8 Culture The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace Lily The cherry blossoms at Tokyo's Imperial Palace bloom from late March to early April.
Food The Donburi Guide Serena Ogawa All across the country there are staple donburi dishes and regional specialties.
16 Activities The Bridges of the Shimanami Kaido Jaclynn Seah Tracing the cycling route and the bridges that make up the Shimanami Kaido
Culture The Other Mojiko Arlene Bastion The retro side of Mojiko is not its only face, for just around the corner one can enjoy Mojiko's other charms, such as a park, temple, and awesome underwater
Culture The Bandai Museum Linka Wade The Bandai Museum in Mibu, Tochigi is a wonderland of toys - from Gundam to Sailor Moon to Pre-War era playthings.
14 Culture The Japanese Garden Elena Lisina To enjoy the Japanese garden, one needs to understand its essence and traditions. In a garden, monks create a miniature image of the universe.