15 Activities Takino-o Path in Nikko Catherine Hagar Follow the footsteps of Priest Shodo to Takino'o Shrine through Nikko's ancient cedar forests. Full of history and nature,..
Activities Tsuchizaki Gloria Chapel Bonson Lam This is a place where different cultures and beliefs cross, and where they invite you to ask the questions in the crossroads o..
12 Culture The Grandeur of Toshogu Shrine Nicole Bauer Impressive shrine complex; through the fantastic setting, bright colors and elaborate decorations one can still feel the wealth..
10 Culture Udo Jingu: a Rather Unusual Shrine Amber Mezbourian Udo Jingu: a shrine built inside a cave overlooking the sea
Activities Cape Tsurugi Coastal Walk Steve Morton A walk along a beautiful stretch of coast in southern Miura: Get away from the crowds and enjoy real nature!
Culture Masakado-zuka, Otemachi John Carter Ōtemachi is the site of Heian Samurai Taira no Masakado grave, but the reason for its location is something ghoolish.
Food Nikko’s Unagi Restaurant Sawamoto Tomoko Kamishima There is an excellent restaurant specializing in eel in Nikko called Sawamoto. In fact, their broiled eel is the best I have ever..
Food Ashibina Lee Prescott Okinawan food in the heart of Shibuya, a tasty variation on typical Japanese food for those looking for longevity