Area Fujiyoshida Fujiyoshida city is located in Yamanashi prefecture and is the gateway to Mt. Fuji. It is the hometown of the picturesque Fuji Sengen Jinja shrine and the Fuji-Q Highland theme park.
Culture Japanese Temple Guardians Elena Lisina Nio are the two warrior guardians often found standing outside the entrance to Buddhist temples. Their open and closed mouths represent..
Recommended Accommodation MUJI HOTEL GINZA & Global Flagship Store Tom Roseveare MUJI GINZA occupies a new 10-storey building that houses the iconic brand’s global flagship store, MUJI HOTEL, restaurants and..
Area Noda Noda City located in Chiba Prefecture is known as "Soy Sauce City". In the Edo Period, soy sauce brewers cooperated to create Kikkoman, the world-famous soy sauce company. Also in the city is..
Nightlife The Public Stand Bar Valentina Saavedra With unlimited drinks and over 100 kinds of drinks, this brand new style of bar has a way of reeling you in! Explore Tokyo nightlife..
Culture Small Town, Great History: Kamakura Italian in Japan (L. Maurizi) Kamakura is an ancient city that has its history tied with that of Japan. Throughout the centuries this cultural and historical..
Accommodation Accommodation in Kanegasaki, Iwate Sandra Isaka Kanegasaki is a lovely town (just north of the World Heritage Hiraizumi), that is known for its historic samurai district. If you..
Food Uono River Ayu Festival 2026 Late Aug The Uono River is a popular spot for fishing, and the most notable catch is ayu, or sweet fish. The Uono River Ayu Festival serves..
