9 Places to Visit in Japan This June Kim Bergström visit to Garyu Sanso, a beautiful villa and garden on the banks of the Hiji
Culture The Maiko of Somaro Teahouse Bridget Ye Explore the interior of a beautiful teahouse, learn about the history of geisha in Sakata, appreciate the paintings of Takehisa Yumeji, and indulge in
Activities Discovering Awaji Island Janessa Landry Living in Himeji taking the JR Special Rapid train to Kobe, Osaka, or Kyoto
Culture Discovering Ako: Salt and City Tom Fay easy access of major tourist destinations such as Osaka, Hiroshima, and Himeji
Culture Toyama Prefecture: Encounter Japan’s Natural Wonder... Tom Roseveare (Google Maps) Accommodations Unazuki Onsen, Himi Onsen-kyo, Shogawa Onsen... The Himi hot spring village along Toyama’s western coastline comprises
Activities Kusugutani Hitsuno Shrine Ellery Smith Rozanji, make a left onto Horikawa kamigoryo-dori (one street south of Shimei-dori
Culture Fuji Sengen Shrine Cathy Cawood erected in honor of the deity of Mount Fuji, who is called Konohanasakuya-hime... To thank the goddess Konohanasakuya-hime her protection, three meter high
Culture Toyama's Best Kept Secrets Jerome Lee Himi City A small town known primarily for... a restaurant specializing in yakiniku, or barbecued beef using local Himi