Discovering the Charms of Ikaruga, Nara Featured But the temple we see today dates from around 700 as the original structure... Known as the ‘Temple of the Peaceful Death’.
Transportation Final Fantasy VII Meets the Tokaido Shinkansen Kim Bergström Dec 17, 2025 Traveling between Tokyo and Nagoya on the Tokaido Shinkansen in early 2026 is set to come with an unexpected bonus for fans of Final Fantasy VII.
Culture Graphic Design From the 1960s to the 1970s 2021 May 24th - Jun 20th 2021 Past Event A special exhibition taking place at the Musashino Art University Museum in 2021 looks at graphic design in Japan during the 1960s and 1970s.
5 Reasons to Visit the Izu Peninsula Kim Bergström Just a short ride from Tokyo, the Izu Peninsula is one of Japan’s most diverse and inviting resort regions.
Culture The Hidden Treasures of Japan Featured The Nippon Takaramono Project commenced in early July, launching the first in a series of 2017 events aiming to promote some of Japan's best hidden treasures
15 Accommodation Hamanako Benten Resort “The Ocean” Elena Lisina The view from my window to the lake and the ocean was really beautiful.... From the hotel you can walk to the ocean, and I think it’s a good place
17 Culture The Imperial Palace East Gardens Elena Lisina The Imperial Palace East Gardens is very beautiful place to rest and feast your eyes in the center of Tokyo.
Accommodation The Capitol Hotel Tokyu - Nagatacho Niaya Harper The Capitol Hotel Tokyu offers traditional Japanese hospitality and modern luxury, conveniently located in Tokyo's city center.