Shopping The Fun of Fukubukuro Kim Bergström Fukubukuro, or lucky bags, are a popular fixture on the new year's calendar. This guide covers some of what these is to know about them.
16 Activities The Giants of Nature Elena Lisina A look at the highest mountains, the most active volcanoes and the longest mountain ranges in Japan.
Culture The Kaiyodo Kappa Museum Chiara Terzuolo Hidden away in the woods about an hour from Kochi City by car, this unique museum celebrates the kappa in all its forms!
The Amazing Futon Heater Sherilyn Siy Eliminate dani without the use of chemicals and in all weather conditions throughout the year.
Culture Mass Extinctions - The Big Five 2026 Jul 17th - Oct 12th From July 17th to October 12th, 2026, the Osaka Museum of Natural History will host a special exhibition titled Mass Extinctions – The Big Five.
Culture Cherry Blossoms, Animals and the Edge of the Earth Elena Lisina The strongest was the amazing Fushimi Inari shrine with its thousands of torii and relaxing in the small coastal town of Ito.
7 Culture Bishamondo Through the Seasons Kim Bergström From the colorful azaleas in spring to the meters of snow in winter, there's something to enjoy no matter the time of year.