Activities Winter in Yubari Christopher Lawson Yubari may conjure images of juicy local melon on warm summer days, but its snowy attractions make it a fun holiday spot in winter,..
Activities Shizuoka: Top 10 Things to Do Veronica Carnevale Shizuoka Prefecture rests on the eastern side of Japan’s main island. The prefecture is filled with mountainous nature in the ..
Food Shiawase no Pancake in Kichijoji Celine Ong Shiawase no Pancake is one of Japan’s most famous “fuwa fuwa” souffle pancake cafes. These Japanese-style fluffy pancakes are ..
7 Culture Tea Ceremony at Souunji Temple Steve Morton Come and experience authentic ‘Sado’ (traditional Japanese tea ceremony), held in a classic temple usually off bounds to most ..
Culture Tottori Prefectural Museum Kim Bergström The Tottori Prefectural Museum gives visitors a glimpse into the region's history, culture, art, and more. There are over 3000..
Culture Bizen Osafune Sword Museum’s Deadly Beauties Arlene Bastion The rather romantic allure of the swords at this museum comes from their design intended for slaying power, making them deadly beauties...
Transportation Nagasaki Airport Kim Bergström Nagasaki Airport provides air connection to this historical port city, and beyond. Both domestic and international routes operate..
Beauty & Spa Hottarakashi Onsen Linka Wade Hottarakashi Onsen is a fantastic onsen in the hills of Kofu, Yamanashi. If you get the motivation to get up early enough, you can..