10 Kakegawa Honjo-dori Peter Sidell In the castle town of Kakegawa in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, Honjo-dori is a short alley lined with twenty tiny, friendly bars serving inexpensive food
Culture Pierson Museum Justin Randall Now renovated, it serves as a museum dedicated to their legacy.
Accommodation Kakegawa Grand Hotel Peter Sidell In the castle town of Kakegawa in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, the Grand Hotel is a luxurious but perfectly affordable place to stay.
14 Kanagawa's Saisoji Temple Steve Morton Situated along the main approach way to Shasui Waterfall, this impressive temple is more than worth a visit in its own right!
11 Kakegawa Castle Palace Peter Sidell Next to Kakegawa Castle in Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, the palace is relaxing, airy, and full of historical atmosphere.
Activities Asahi Funagawa Spring Quartet 2026 Early - Mid Apr The Asahi Funagawa Spring Quartet event runs for two weeks during April, and it's a real celebration of the season, with sakura, nanohana, tulips, and
18 Culture Shomyoji Temple in Kanazawa Bunko Takako Sakamoto Shomyoji Temple in Kanazawa Bunko: a hidden gem in a suburb of Kamakura, an ancient samurai capital
