Culture A Guide to Tono City and Hanamaki City Veronica Carnevale Tono City and Hanamaki City in Iwate Prefecture act as gateways to different worlds—showcasing traditional customs, folktales, and long-running local businesses
Culture Otakiyama Saihoin Hydrangea Festival 2026 Mid - Late Jun Admission is free, and visitors are welcome to stroll at their own pace... The ancient grounds are dotted with stone lanterns, a serene waterfall,
Food Melting in the Mouth Kim Bergström What better way to survive the season than with some delicious ice cream?
Activities Cycling Tsuchiura Tom Roseveare not uncommon to see waves of people from all walks of life going to and fro... fixed on heading east along the Lake Kasumigaura Course, of which there are
Activities Shonan International Marathon 2025 Sunday - Dec 7th and strong commitment to sustainability, the event is more than just a race... The event features a variety of race categories, from the full marathon
Kawagoe with Kids Sherilyn Siy Kawagoe may not be the first place you think of when you are planning a day out with the kids, but this quaint town that was commercially important to
Food Ippudo Ramen Tom Roseveare Ippudo (一風堂) is one of the most recognised names in the ramen world, having replicated the success of its Hakata-born tonkotsu pork bone ramen globally
