Culture More Than Foxes in Fushimi Arlene Bastion Fushimi's sake is as famous as its Inari Shrine foxes. The historic district is atmospheric with old buildings, and you can see how sake is made.
Culture The Secret Spots of Setouchi Featured Make sure to add Saijo, Onomichi, and Kurashiki to your list of places to visit in Japan.
Food A Taste of Shiga at COCOSHIGA Tom Roseveare COCOSHIGA offers a literal taste of Shiga, thanks to its souvenir and craft store, sake tasting bar and Omi beef sukiyaki restaurant, KAN KAN KAN.
Culture Tsuruga Castle Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 Early Apr - Early May There are various components to the festival, including sakura illuminations, sake tasting, tea ceremonies, and more.
Accommodation Capsule Hotels vs Hostels Jemma King I am always looking for ways to save money. Japan’s cheap capsule and hostel accommodation appeal to my thriftiness and overall sense of adventure.
Activities Tohoku Food Marathon and Festival 2026 Late Apr Motivate yourself to train by thinking of all the delicious food and sake... , sake, so much sake!
Transportation Aso Boy Guillaume Doré Well, the kids playground might also be a reason to not take a seat in... to memorize the kanji for red beef 赤牛and horse 馬 if you do not want to make
Transportation Nostalgic Noto Railway Alena Eckelmann During the 40 min train journey you can have coffee and cake or drink sake. This is not a commuter train anymore, but is used only for sightseeing.