Activities Gogo-an outside Teradomari Rufus Starbuck Ryokan-sama was a famous Buddhist monk who made his home in this small hut in the grounds of Kokujoji Temple just outside the beach..
Culture Tarai-bune in Ogi Town, Sado Island Alena Eckelmann Ever fancied a ride in a cut-off barrel? Try tarai-bune in Ogi Town, Sado Island.
Culture Earth Celebration on Sado Island 2026 Aug 22nd - Aug 24th Kodo Earth Celebration on Sado Island
Culture Niigata’s Furumachi Geigi Alena Eckelmann Niigata’s geisha are called “Furumachi Geigi” and they are not some illusive creatures but visitors can get close up and watch..
Beauty & Spa GALA Yuzawa Snow Resort Alena Eckelmann The GALA Yuzawa Snow Resort is less than 80 minutes from Tokyo by Joetsu Shinkansen, which means that even a day-trip to this ski..
Food Mitsumata Road Station Rufus Starbuck Mitsumata Road Station is a new michi-no-eki on Route 17 just outside Yuzawa. It is a showcase for local produce and cuisine a..