Karuizawa Half Marathon 2026 Mid May The resort town of Karuizawa in Nagano is a popular destination for various outdoor recreation pursuits, from cycling to skiing...
Izu Oshima Camellia Festival 2026 Early Feb - Mid Mar The island of Izu Oshima is known for several things, including pleasant coastal drives, natural hot springs, and camellia flowers...
Accommodation DoubleTree by Hilton Opens in Toyama Kim Bergström Jan 19, 2023 Many international hotel chains have a presence in Japan, and a newly opened branch of the Doubletree by Hilton in Toyama is the..
Planning Morioka & Fukuoka Make 2023 Travel List Kim Bergström Jan 17, 2023 This week, the New York Times offered their recommendations for 52 places to travel for 2023, with Morioka and Fukuoka making the..
Culture Japan Umeshu Festival 2026 Late Feb - Early Mar Umeshu is a type of Japanese liqueur which is made by steeping ume plums in alcohol and sugar. The Japan Umeshu Festival celebrates..
Accommodation Gero Onsen's Ryokan From Edo Period Emi Takahata Hot springs are one of the most beloved spots across Japan, and there are tons of onsen facilities in a volcanically active country...
Beauty & Spa YUBUNE TOKYO Veronica Carnevale Located about a three-minute walk from Shinjuku-sanchome Station, YUBUNE is a cosmetics store that not only sells eco-friendly,..
Culture Czech Festival 2025 Early Nov The Czech Festival in Kansai is Japan's largest Czech-based event, and the multi-day affair includes a variety of ways to connect..
