Culture Bunkyo City Ward - Parks & Gardens Sleiman Azizi Bunkyo is one of central Tokyo's 23 city wards and home to several stunningly beautiful traditional Japanese gardens. These..
11 Activities Legendary Niko-buchi, a Hidden Gem Takako Sakamoto The miraculously pure water of the "Niko-buchi" and its "Niyodo Blue" color soothed me. The best time to appreciate the brilliance..
Culture Fukushima Prefectural Museum of Art Peter Sidell In Fukushima in northern Japan, the prefectural museum of art is home to a varied collection of interesting artworks, both local..
Food Karakusa Dining Bar, Koriyama Peter Sidell Close to Koriyama station in northern Japan's Fukushima prefecture, Karakusa is a cosy little dining bar with affordable meals..
Culture Regional Crafts - Shikoku Sleiman Azizi Japan's Shikoku island is home to four prefectures and many traditional crafts. Some include Ehime's Tobe-yaki ware, Kagawa..
Culture Regional Crafts - Chugoku Sleiman Azizi The five prefectures of the Chugoku region feature many traditional crafts. These include Yumihama-gasuri textiles from Tottori,..
Food 5 Must-visit Spots for Tea Lovers in Tokyo Kim Bergström Tea lover? There are various places across Tokyo where you can connect with this much-loved beverage, from tea-themed hotels to..
Transportation Nagaoka Station Kim Bergström Nagaoka Station is one of the stops along the Joetsu Shinkansen line in Niigata Prefecture. The station has a range of amenities..