Culture Fujiwara Capital and Palace Ruins Alena Eckelmann An ancient capital spread out over an area of over 20 square kilometres, guarded by three sacred mountains called Fujiwara-kyo was Japan’s first integrated
Culture A Tale of Two Temples Scott Brause But why am I talking about a temple an hour from Tokyo if my intention... Don’t ask me, I’m not an expert on the subject – just a fan of fanes, in
Activities Yudanaka Shibu Onsen Elena Lisina Onsen was introduced to me in Nagano and I think it’s an important element... It’s nestled in a small valley among the mountains and spread out on a
Transportation Trip to Minamiboso Southern Chiba Kotaro Toda Whenever I get tired of the busy pace of life in Tokyo, I head to Minamiboso in southern Chiba Prefecture.
Food Coffee House Shaker in Karuizawa Alicia Akiyama Kurosawa, the owner of Coffee House Shaker, spoke with me about his vision for the cafe.
Culture Tōshi Island, Miketsu-Kuni Cathy Cawood The Shima area is one of just three ‘miketsu-kuni’ in Japan.... plunged into boiling water it changes color to the beautiful deep green I am
12 Japanese Garden of Jofukuji Temple Takako Sakamoto The phrase, "Family Temple of Taira Clan" intrigued me, but what... There was no one in sight when I visited, which made me almost give up
Setouchi Triennale 2026 Mid Apr - Early Nov Held every three years since 2010, the Setouchi Triennale is one of Japan's premier international art festivals and is renowned for its unique blend of