Culture History & Haunting at Hirose Bridge Justin Velgus Sendai’s army walked 10 days to reach Masamune’s Edo (Tokyo) residence... are 86 “post station” inns where travelers would rest, exchange information
Culture Uncovering Chiba Prefecture’s Sake Legacy Featured such as Iinuma Honke, which has been making sake in Shisui for more than 300... Afterwards, they can peruse the gallery, souvenir shop, and display of
Activities 6 Must-See Winter Destinations in Nikko Kim Bergström Nikko, located just north of Tokyo, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and rich history.
17 Activities Plum Blossom Trail in Takao Cathy Cawood In early spring we enjoyed a hike along a well known plum blossom trail in Takao on the edge of Tokyo.
Culture Trains & Train Museums Elena Lisina Railway Museum of the Central Railways of Japan (JR Central) opened in 2011... The museum is open from 10-1730, and closed on Tuesday.
11 Culture Narita-san Shingo-ji Temple Peter Sidell These days Fujieda is a peaceful suburb to the west of Shizuoka city, but... served as a post town on the historical Tokaido highway between Edo (now Tokyo
8 Food Green-8: Cafe in a Green Tea Field Samuel Richards Green-8 Café of Shizuoka Prefecture surely ranks up there as one the best... of over 30 different tea varieties, each one mastered to bring out the best
Transportation Miyako Airport Kim Bergström The island has its own dedicated airport, with services that run to major centers like Tokyo, Naha, and Osaka to name just a few.
