Shopping Yamashiroya Toy Store in Ueno Sleiman Azizi A famous toy and hobby store in Ueno, Tokyo, Yamashiroya is filled with six floors of toys and games.
Activities 5 Icy Activities to Try in Japan Kim Bergström Winter in Japan can be enjoyed in a myriad of ways, and not just by skiing and snowboarding – although those are popular, too!
14 Kakegawa Castle Peter Sidell In Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, Kakegawa Castle is a wooden reconstruction of a feudal-era castle, with displays of historical artefacts, and a good
Culture Shimabara Castle Mandy Bartok Learn about the Shimabara peninsula's revolutionary ties to Christianity at the museum in the main keep of Shimabara Castle.
7 Culture Seson-ji Buddhist Temple in Tokyo Peter Sidell In Uguisudani in central Tokyo, Seson-ji is a Buddhist temple with some interesting statues and carvings.
Aomori: Top 10 Things to Do Tom Roseveare Beneath the surface, Aomori has a surprising number of attractions to offer, encompassing history, culture, art and cuisine – as well as a number of seasonal
Activities Osaka Castle Illuminage 2025-2026 Mid Nov - Mid Feb The Osaka Castle Illuminage event brings historically-themed lights to this popular attraction.
