Culture Shinrin Park in Saitama Peter Leonard Why this unassuming park on the outskirts of Tokyo is well worth a day trip.
Area Nagatoro Many places in Japan pride themselves on the welcome they offer tourists. Few would be able to stand up alongside Nagatoro, however, in terms of efforts made to offer every aspect of the local..
Culture Nagatoro's Hodosan Ropeway Featured Mt. Hodo may not be the tallest peak in the area, but it provides for some of the most spectacular views
Food Tomoeya soba restaurant, Kasukabe Chris Gould Check out what many locals cite as the oldest restaurant in Kasukabe
Activities Omiya Park Christopher Harley Relax away from it all in Omiya Park, but be only minutes from everything.
Activities Kasukabe Hachiman Shrine Chris Gould Two idyllic images of a visit to Kasukabe Hachiman Shrine
Culture Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine 5 (1Review) For those in love, looking for love, and everything in between, Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is the perfect place to visit! Not to be confused with Hikawa Shrine..
Activities Moomin Valley Park 4 (1Review) Metsä is a Nordic-themed entertainment complex in Hannō, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. The complex consists of Metsä Village, entertainment and leisure..