Food Kaoru: Hida Beef Yakiniku Japan Travel Kaoru is an excellent spot to enjoy the exquisite flavor of Hida beef at reasonable prices.
Culture Aizu-Wakamatsu: Day 2 Rey Waters Hiking the five ponds area and second day exploration of Aizu-Wakamatsu
Culture Umamusume: Pretty Derby Ryan Noble Allow us to introduce the anime horse-racing girls of Japan's Umamusume series.
Culture Enjoy Toba: More Than Just a Seaside Retreat Veronica Carnevale This city—as well as adjacent cities, Ise and Shima—is a part of the Ise Shima region, which is renowned for its breathtaking nature, rich cultural heritage
Culture Awaji Island Iwaya Summer Festival 2026 Late Aug During summer, the Iwaya area of Awaji Island comes alive with color, sound, and celebration during the Awaji Island Iwaya Summer Festival.
Planning Sado Island Inn Named One of TIME’s World’s Greates... Kim Bergström Mar 19, 2025 Sado Island's global recognition is continuing in 2025, with the addition of NIPPONIA Sado Aikawa Kanayamacho on TIME magazine’s “World’s Greatest Places
Transportation Changes Coming to Japan's Departure Tax? Kim Bergström Nov 11, 2025 A talking point for lawmakers in the next fiscal year
Activities Iris Festival and Global Food Square 2026 Early Jun This June, Adachi Ward in Tokyo invites visitors to celebrate the beauty of early summer at the Iris Festival and Global Food Square.