Activities The Old Inn Village of Akasawa-Juku Cathy Cawood Once a popular destination for travelers and pilgrims visiting Mount Minobu, the inn village of Akasawa-Juku is preserved as a fragment of old Japan.
Transportation Take a Ride on the Koumi Line Brittany Rock If a scenic slow-paced journey sounds enticing to you, take a ride on the Koumi Line.
13 A Walk to the Tsuzura Castle Ruins Tristan Scholze A walk to the Tsuzura Castle Ruins in spring takes you past wheat fields, flowers, and small wildlife
Culture Japanese Swords of the Gokaden 2018 Oct 13th - Dec 24th 2018 Past Event The Japanese Sword Museum in Ryogoku, Tokyo, will be exhibiting works from the Gokaden, the five most famous swordmaking regions of Japan.
Activities Inspiring Paths: Explore the Urban and Natural Side... Featured Thanks to the river’s gentle flow, the kayaking experience is perfect for... As you float on the mellow current, the sounds of the city fade away—granting
Goshuin: The Perfect Traditional Souvenir From Japa... Liz Ong Dating back as early as around 1300 years ago, the practice of goshuin... is written on the back, also in kanji.
Food Le Blanc Restaurant in Matsumoto Peter Sidell In the middle of Matsumoto in central Japan's Nagano prefecture, Le Blanc is a charming French restaurant, serving tasty food at reasonable prices.