Culture Nagasaki Tall Ships Festival 2026 Late Apr The Nagasaki Tall Ships Festival has been an annual event since 2000, and highlights the port city's connection with international..
Culture Hougensan Seirin-ji Temple, Miyagi Justin Velgus Hougensan Seirin-ji Temple is a Shinshu sect temple located in Shiroishi City, Miyagi Prefecture. The temple was founded by a retainer..
Nightlife Bar Star Dust Kotaro Toda This beloved bar on Yokohama's wharf may have missed the Korean War, but it was no stranger to the war effort, serving as a..
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..
Activities Michi-No-Eki Furari Tomiyama Kotaro Toda When you visit many "Michi-No-Eki" roadside stations, you can find a lot of local produce, including fish and meat which is not..
Culture Akiruno City - Landmarks & History Sleiman Azizi Akiruno City is known for its nature but is also home to some surprising go-to spots. These include Akigawa Bridge, Akigawa Valley,..
Culture Okutama Town - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi Okutama Town is blessed with natural beauty. Its museums & galleries make use of this nature and include the Nippara Furusato Museum,..
Culture Musashino City - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi Musashino City is home to many community-driven art galleries and museums. Some of them include Art Center Ongoing, Kichijoji Art..
