Food Vegan and Vegetarian Guide in Japan Joanna Ligon This guide is your companion to navigating the city the meat-free way—where to eat, shop, and explore without compromising your values (or your appetite
Culture Soy Milk Festival 2026 Mid Oct Following last year's overwhelming success that drew around 45,000 visitors, the Soy Milk Festival is returning to Shinjuku Southern Terrace Square this
Culture Ehime Prefecture's Castles Elizabeth S Ehime Prefecture which occupies the northwest part of Shikoku boasts five of the 100 top castles in Japan with two original castle keeps.
Culture Reikanji Temple Camellia Event 2026 Late Mar - Mid Apr Kyoto's Reikan-ji Temple is often known as the camellia temple thanks to the large number of flowers that bloom on the grounds.
Tenjin Tenma Awa Odori 2026 Late Jun - Late Aug The Tenjin Tenma Awa Odori is billed as the largest Awa Odori event in the Kansai region.
Culture Ogimachi Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 Late Mar If you're looking for a fun event to celebrate sakura season with a party-like atmosphere, check out the Ogimachi Cherry Blossom Festival in Osaka.
Food A Guide to Bagel Stores in Tokyo Kim Bergström Originating from Jewish communities in Poland, the humble bagel has become a staple food in many places across the globe, particularly in North America
Activities 5 Icy Activities to Try in Japan Kim Bergström Ice-related activities showcase the country's natural beauty, innovation, and traditions, and this guide covers five of them worth checking out.