Planning Hokkaido Tops Japan's Prefectural Attractiveness Ra... Kim Bergström Oct 17, 2025 Japan's latest Prefectural Attractiveness Ranking, released by the Brand Research Institute, has once again sparked conversation about what makes a place
Culture Kobe Love Port Fes 2026 Late Jul For almost a quarter of a century now, the city of Kobe comes alive each summer with the Kobe Love Port Festival, a celebration that pays tribute to the
Food Japanese Eels: Your Guide to Unagi & Anago Ryan Noble Learn about Japanese eels, the difference between unagi and anago, how they're eaten, the customs of Ox Day and more.
Planning Kanazawa’s Hakuichi Shines at Expo 2025 Kim Bergström Apr 8, 2025 leaf maker from Kanazawa, is contributing to Expo 2025's signature pavilion, “Adventures of Life,” with a shimmering gold-covered art piece known as the
Culture Hida Ikibina Festival 2026 Friday - Apr 3rd Every spring, the Hida Ichinomiya Minashi Shrine transforms into a stage of vibrant color and centuries-old tradition during the Ikibina Festival, a cultural
Shopping Myaku-Myaku Meets Japanese Kogei Kim Bergström Feb 17, 2025 The 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo will feature a variety of exclusive collaboration products inspired by the official mascot, Myaku-Myaku—and a number of them
Accommodation KAMENOI HOTEL ASO PARK RESORT Geoff Day Nestled amidst the breathtaking Aso Five Mountains in Kumamoto, Japan, KAMENOI HOTEL ASO PARK RESORT offers a unique blend of modern comforts, traditional
Planning Toyama: Top 10 Things to Do Kim Bergström Sitting on the Sea of Japan coastline, Toyama Prefecture is known for its natural beauty, traditional arts and crafts, and variety of historical sites.