Culture Hachinohe, Aomori: Japan’s Northern Frontier Ryan Noble Relax and recharge in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture, for striking coastlines, warm hospitality, and exceptional seafood. Discov..
Culture Suica 2026 and Beyond: What’s New and What’s Cool Joanna Ligon JR East’s long-term vision transforms Suica from a commuter tool into a digital gateway to modern living.
Activities Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Japan Joanna Ligon Say goodbye to winter, and discover 40 cherry blossom spots around Japan this spring!
Transportation Transit Guide: JR Kansai Area Pass Joanna Ligon The JR Kansai Area Pass is a convenient and budget-friendly ticket for exploring western Japan. It provides unlimited travel on..
Activities Mt. Fuji Hike 2025: New Safety Rules & Registration... Joanna Ligon Shizuoka Prefecture introduces new climbing regulations in 2025 for the Fujinomiya, Gotemba, and Subashiri trails during the climbing..
Shopping Watanabe Sake Brewery Japan Travel Surrounded by dramatic mountain ranges and blessed with a supply of some of the purest water in Japan, Watanabe Sake Brewery (established..
Activities Winter Views of Hida Furukawa Japan Travel Situated in the unspoiled hills of northern Gifu Prefecture, Hida Furukawa is a small traditional town that retains much of its..
Culture Takaharu: Where Legends, Culture, and Nature Coexist Veronica Carnevale Located in southwestern Miyazaki Prefecture, Takaharu is a charming town home to captivating nature, rich cultural heritage, and..