The Beauty of Washi Paper Kim Bergström Japan is home to a wide array of traditional arts and crafts, including shodo (calligraphy), ukiyo-e (woodblock print art) and origami (paper folding)
Food "Pub The Swan" in Sendai Justin Velgus "Pub The Swan" is a small Irish themed standing bar located in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture across from the Disney Store.
The Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage Serena Ogawa Explore Shikoku by embarking on a spiritual journey: the Shikoku 88 temple pilgrimage.
Food The first days on Sado Kitsunetravel99 Learn how my first day on the island turned out and what I experienced also.
9 Culture The Takahashi Samurai House Peter Sidell In the historical castle town of Matsumoto in central Japan's Nagano prefecture, the Takahashi Residence is a restored samurai house dating back to the
Culture The Power of Sumo Sleiman Azizi The national sport of Japan, Sumo is both sport and ancient tradition. Brief, intense bouts are embellished with captivating rituals.
Culture The Power of Travel Jamie Yeung But what makes a place different is meeting with fabulous people living there. This is the power of travel.
Culture The Japanese Sword Museum Elizabeth S The Japanese Sword Museum is a center for preserving historical weapons and supporting the continuing tradition of turning iron into fine works of art