Accommodation Accommodation in Kanegasaki, Iwate Sandra Isaka Kanegasaki is a lovely town (just north of the World Heritage Hiraizumi), that is known for its historic samurai district. If you..
37 Culture Autumn Gifts of Nature Elena Lisina Autumn is as equally regarded as spring in Japan for its beautiful colours. Along with autumn colours, you can find many flowers..
16 Culture Grand Shinto Symbols Elena Lisina All Shinto shrines feature symbols that are common to the faith but some symbols stand out by virtue of their size, quantity or..
14 Culture Beneath the Feet Elena Lisina Japanese manhole covers, pavements, and surfaces can provide some informative and interesting sightseeing opportunities.
26 Culture An Accidental Day in Saitama Elena Lisina Taken to Omiya Park by mistake, I visited a number of places before eventually reaching Omiya Bonsai Village.
19 Activities Photographers’ Paradise (Part 1) Elena Lisina Numerous natural parks and gardens of Japan are the places where wild animals and birds can be met. As they live there freely the..
20 Culture Modern and Traditional Osaka Elena Lisina The combination of modern and traditional places is just right for a one-day visit as it gives some idea of the city’s atmosph..
6 Culture Daruma’s Second Eye Elena Lisina A Daruma doll is not simply a souvenir from Japan but also a charm providing help in achieving your goals.