Activities Purple Places in Japan Kim Bergström Often associated with wisdom, spirituality, and bravery, the color purple can be found in both the natural world and in man-made structures across Japan
Activities Blue Destinations in Japan Kim Bergström This guide covers five blue destinations in Japan worth visiting, from shrines that incorporate blue pottery into their grounds, through to blue floral
Culture Mibudera Temple in Kyoto Peter Sidell In Japan's most historic city of Kyoto, Mibudera is a charming Buddhist temple with plenty to see and some interesting historical connections.
Culture Orion Beerfest in Koza 2026 Mid Sep With a history dating back to 1957, Orion is Japan's fifth largest brewery and the producer of Orion Beer, which commands 60% of the Okinawan beer market
Aizuwakamatsu in Fukushima Angela An Dig a little deeper on your next travels in Japan and Aizuwakamatsu in Fukushima is a great way to experience the raw culture of Japan.
12 Activities Winter in Yoshinoyama Alena Eckelmann Yoshino Mountain in snow looks beautiful, and there won't be swarms of tourists.
Food Vegan in Japan? A Resident's Recommendations Sébastien Duval Recommendations after 14 years in Japan... Shojin-ryori breakfast at the 3 Mountains of Dewa. Bento and fucha-ryori diner at a Zen temple in Kyoto.
Tanbo Art in Aomori 2026 Early Jun - Mid Oct The unique art-meets-agricultural practice at the annual Tanbo Art event in Inakadate, Aomori, involves strategically planting different varieties of rice