12 Accommodation The Monster Ryokan Meal Elena Lisina Staying in a ryokan, or traditional Japanese inn, is a good experience, especially when you try their set meals. Made up of many..
Activities Shiretoko National Park Rey Waters Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Shiretoko National Park in Eastern Hokkaido.
Food ADRIFT by David Myers Michael B Drawing culinary inspiration from Basque and Catalonia, this high end Spanish restaurant in downtown Tokyo delivers memorable meals..
Food Minamiuonuma Majidon Project Kim Bergström The annual Minamiuonuma Majidon Competition is a way to promote the region's delicious koshihikari rice in unique ways. Dozens..
23 Culture A Visit to Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Elena Lisina Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha is the most important shrine associated with Mt. Fuji. Located Fujinomiya, the shrine sits in a large..
42 Culture The Grand Edo-Tokyo Museum Elena Lisina In the Edo-Tokyo Museum you can learn a lot about history of the city using audio-guides. There are many interactive options that..
20 Culture My Visit to Gotokuji Temple Elena Lisina Gotokuji Temple in Setagaya Ward is a very spacious temple containing a few buildings, a garden and a cemetery. One of its corners..
19 Culture Japan's Summer Flowers Elena Lisina The most celebrated summer flowers in Japan are the hydrangea or ajisai, lotus, rose and sunflower. Those flowers can be enjoyed..