12 Culture Japanese Silk Elena Lisina Traditional kimono clothing is still very popular in Japan, particularly... It is also no secret that a high-quality kimono is very expensive.
Recommended Nightlife Shibuya Crossing Todd Wojnowski Shibuya Crossing is a world famous and iconic intersection in Shibuya, Tokyo.
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.
Activities 5 of Japan's Best Poppy Destinations Kim Bergström This part of the prefecture is home to some of the country's largest... poppy fields - around 12.5 hectares of them, in fact.
Activities Mont Deus Snow Park Kim Bergström Mont Deus Ski Park in Takayama is a family-friendly ski destination offering wide, beginner-friendly slopes with excellent visibility.
Culture Akiruno City - Temples & Shrines Sleiman Azizi The natural beauty of the Tama region is on display with the temples and shrines of Akiruno City.
Culture Hinode Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 Early Apr Running for over 30 years now, the Hinode Sakura Festival is a wonderful way to celebrate the best of the blossoms on the outskirts of Tokyo.
Transportation Japan Airlines – Explorer Pass Featured Japan Airlines (JAL) is offering budget friendly tourist fares for travel to over 30 cities across Japan through their ‘JAL Japan Explorer Pass’.