Food Warajiya Cafe and Gallery, Takayama Anna van Dyk Great coffee and wonderful service is found at this gallery and cafe in the west of the city
12 Activities Cool Sakuragicho and Noge District Reynald Ventura A short walk around Yokohama's old Sakuragicho and Noge District
Culture Yajiro Kokeshi Village and Museum Justin Velgus Free admission and option to paint your own wooden dolls for a small fee.
11 Culture Joshun-ji and Myosen-ji Peter Sidell In the suburbs of Shizuoka in central Japan, Joshun-ji and Myosen-ji are neighbouring Buddhist temples, home to impressive carvings and interesting statues
10 Shikoku Temples #18 and #19 Justin Velgus Trekking the 18th (Onzan-ji) and 19th (Ritsue-ji) temples of the 88 temple pilgrimage in Shikoku.
Nightlife Okadaya Cafe and General Store Bonson Lam Imagine a sixties soda and milk bar, complete with dyed perms and pop candy hues that go hand in hand with sunglasses, such are the flushes of Tangerine
19 Culture Greenery and Stonework of Nihonmatsu Castle Justin Velgus The ruins and gardens have been converted into a hilly park, perfect to explore at your own pace.
Activities Tohoku Food Marathon and Festival 2026 Late Apr Tohoku Food Marathon and Festival-a combination of a food event and a race. It is the best of both worlds!
