Food Oisesan Confectionary Expo 2017 in Mie Prefecture Larisa Amaya-Baron For the first time in its century-old history, the National Confectionery Expo is being held in Mie Prefecture, from Friday April 21st to Sunday May 14th
Transportation Yamanashi Prefectural Maglev Exhibition Center Jessica Korteman The Yamanashi Prefectural Maglev Exhibition Center showcases maglev technology—magnetic levitation—and introduces the Chuo Shinkansen, or Linear series
Culture Uncovering Chiba Prefecture’s Sake Legacy Featured Literally meaning "sake well", the small town in Chiba Prefecture was named Shisui after a local legend that said that sake gushed from its soil.
Culture A Complete Guide to Naoshima Peter Sidell In Japan's inland sea, Naoshima is a small island that's home to striking modern art museums, designed to blend in with the beautiful natural scenery
Culture Niigata Prefecture: Discover Japan’s Coastal Treasu... Tom Roseveare Niigata Prefecture, situated along Japan’s northwestern coast facing the Sea of Japan, is renowned for its stunning landscapes, including the majestic
7 Activities A Morning Walk in Naoshima Bonson Lam Naoshima does not look like typical Japan. There are no geishas, maid cafes or castles. Yet there is a sense of place.
Culture Art of Naoshima and Teshima Anonymous Located between Okayama and Takamatsu prefectures, these two islands are famous for their art museums and art installations.
12 Culture Prefectural Museum of Fine Arts Stacy Kurokawa Tochigi Prefecture Museum is barrier-free (slopes, elevators, washrooms), open and bright.