Accommodation Kamenoi Hotel Nachi-Katsuura and Wakayama Sightseeing Veronica Carnevale Wakayama Prefecture, located in Japan’s southern Kansai region, is a spiritually attuned and naturally beautiful destination f..
Culture Akashi City Gastronomy Event Sandra Isaka On Saturday, November 16 and Sunday, November 17, a special candlelight gastronomy event will take place under the illuminated stone..
Culture Nachi-no-Ogi Fire Festival 2025 Monday - Jul 14th The Nachi Fire Festival, or Nachi-no-Ogi Matsuri, is a vibrant and historic event held annually on July 14th at the Kumano Nachi..
Culture Ogimachi Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 Late Mar If you're looking for a fun event to celebrate sakura season with a party-like atmosphere, check out the Ogimachi Cherry Blossom..
Culture Reikanji Temple Camellia Event 2026 Late Mar - Mid Apr Kyoto's Reikan-ji Temple is often known as the camellia temple thanks to the large number of flowers that bloom on the gro..
Planning Osaka Makes Lonely Planet's Best in Travel List Kim Bergström Nov 12, 2024 Released on an annual basis, the Lonely Planet Best in Travel list highlights the top countries, cities, and regions to visit for..
Food Bar-Hopping & Seafood in Akashi City Sandra Isaka The city of Akashi remains largely undiscovered by international tourists. It is, however, a popular destination among Japanese..