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.
Activities The Omoshiroyama-Yamadera Trail Sandro Bernardinello A long hike to the summit of Yamadera temple. Starting from the Omoshiroyama station, this trail goes through a narrow valley toward the sacred site.
Food Melting in the Mouth Kim Bergström Summer is coming, and with that comes a need to battle the heat and humidity.
Activities The Magic of Fireflies Sherilyn Siy Older generations of Japanese would likely have fond memories of watching fireflies, called hotaru, in the early summer.
Activities The Hanno Handicraft Fair 2026 Mid May At the Hanno Handicraft Fair, professional craft artists from Hanno City and neighboring areas along the Seibu Line (specifically Toshima Ward and Chichibu
Food The Kasai Restaurant Summit Scott Brause It's their way of contributing to the health and vitality of Japanese society.
Accommodation The Celestine Shiba Tokyo Elizabeth Wormald The Celestine Shiba Tokyo is a refined hotel created on historical Satsuma grounds.