Culture Kashihara Jingu Gary Luscombe Kashihara Jingu is a shrine dedicated to the very first Emperor of Japan and sits close to where his palace is thought to have been...
Culture Immortal Shikoku Henro Arlene Bastion The Shikoku Henro continues to pull pilgrims in with its appealing message of universal peace, long lasting history and tradition...
Activities Setagaya Plum Blossom Festival 2025 Mid Feb - Early Mar Hanegi Park, in a residential area of Tokyo's Setagaya ward, is renowned for having over 650 plum trees on its grounds. As a..
Activities Gunma Insect World Kim Gunma Insect World opened in 2005, and has a range of different insects to appreciate in their natural habitats. Over 1400 species..
Activities 4 Days in Shiga and Fukui: Venturing North Featured The success of the Hokuriku bullet train has helped put Kanazawa city on the map, halving what was previously a 5-hour journey from..
Culture Daikanyama: Another Face of Shibuya Vicky Amin Only 15 minutes away from Shibuya, Daikanyama offers an aura completely opposi to Japan's iconic "hustle and bustle" attitude...
Food Modern Omakase Sushi Sleiman Azizi Omakase sushi, leaving the meal up to the chef, is the current trend in sushi dining with around 10 or so pieces of sushi served..
Area Semboku Semboku is a city located in Akita Prefecture, Japan. As of October 2018, the city has an estimated population of 25,880, and a population density of 25.3 persons per km². The total area is 1,093.64..