12 Culture Inside Karasu-jo Elena Lisina Matsumoto Castle is one of Japan's five original standing castles. Its wood interior, darkened by time, is severe and functional.
8 Culture Autumn Leaves at Shin-nyo-do Elena Daurtseva many Gokurakuji temples in Japan, but only one true Gokurakuji, and that is... The beauty of the nature is all around you, being bathed by the sights
Planning Guide to New Years in Japan Tom Roseveare What Japanese Food is Eaten around the New Year?... Hatsumode is an enjoyable time to visit any shrine.
Food Better Girl Sherilyn Siy The rough concrete finish and windows that stretch across two floors is... And this is exactly the energy you want at the beginning of the day.
Food Plus Veganique Kim Bergström Plus Veganique in Jiyugaoka is an entirely vegan friendly restaurant.
Shopping Frespo Yashio Sleiman Azizi A 3-storey modern shopping centre in Yashio City, Frespo Yashio is next to Yashio Station on the Tsukuba Express Line.
Activities Kamikochi – The Japanese Alps Geraldine Buergel The area is easily accessible by car, bus and train from both cities within... The park is officially open from April 17th until November 15th every year
Culture Tama City - Parks & Gardens Sleiman Azizi A popular area to live in, Tama City is full of public parks, offering plenty of enjoyable scenery and things to do.