43 Culture The Charm of Small Towns Elena Lisina Japan is often associated with images of skyscrapers, bullet trains, electronics... Of course, all those things exist in Japan, but that’s not all there is
Culture Asuka Temple Bryan Baier Temple, its right hand gently upraised in a gesture of welcome asking me... “This is the oldest Buddha statue and the oldest official temple in Japan
Activities First Time Skiing in Yuzawa Gaurav Raja Dahal It came as a surprise to me.... I'd like to thank him for all of his efforts in teaching a complete
10 Activities "Aoba no Mori" Hiking Trail Tyler Carlson While Sendai is well known for areas such as picturesque Jozenji-dori Avenue and after-dark fun in Kokubuncho , there are also quieter, more relaxing wonders
Culture Yatagai Gakki Preowned Guitar Shop Scott Brause yourself longing for the strumming comfort of a favorite instrument that is... If this is you, bear with me. I may have a remedy.
11 Activities Legendary Niko-buchi, a Hidden Gem Takako Sakamoto The miraculously pure water of the "Niko-buchi" and its "Niyodo Blue" color soothed me.
Activities Feeling Inspired on the Michinoku Coastal Trail James Clark This is when I first found out about the Michinoku Coastal Trail, a 1,000 kms hiking trail along the pacific coast through Tohoku, to support long term