22 Culture One Day in Nara Park Elena Lisina Just one day spent in Nara Park can create a lot of impressions from its beautiful gardens, old temples and the special atmosphere..
28 Activities Quiet and Deserted Places of Japan Elena Lisina Besides thousands of historical and religious sites, and big shopping destinations, there are a lot of quiet and deserted places..
29 Culture City Parks and Promenades in Japan Elena Lisina Public parks and promenades of Japan offer free options for rest and sightseeing. Located all over Japan, including Tokyo, they..
8 Transportation Old Hamawaki Station Scott Brause The hot spring town of Hamawaki no longer exists, but the little train station that served it in its days of glory is still there,..
Culture July Noh Performances in Shibuya Sleiman Azizi The Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre in Shibuya will be hosting a series of Noh performances throughout July. The performances are from..
Food Kappa Sushi Michael B It can be difficult introducing children or picky eaters to sushi, but if they happen to be in your travel group, you may be limited..
Culture Nishikigoi no Sato Michael B Ojiya City in Niigata Prefecture is world-famous for its cultivation of Koi fish. Nishikigoi no Sato offers visitors a chance to..
Activities Komagane, Nagano Prefecture Rey Waters Day trip from Tokyo area to Chuo Alps, Komagane. Spectacular wildflowers, wild monkeys, and mountain hiking.