Food Shin-Uguisu Tei in Ueno Park Sleiman Azizi A traditionally minded sweets cafe in Tokyo's Ueno Park, Shin-Uguisu Tei serves a traditional Japanese snack, the famous usuigu..
Food Momiji Tei by Lake Kawaguchi Sleiman Azizi Homemade hoto noodles at Momiji Tei, near Mount Fuji in central Japan's Yamanashi Prefecture. Rustic flavour, a hot spring for..
9 Culture Ryuko-ji Temple in Matsumoto Peter Sidell In the middle of Matsumoto in central Japan's Nagano prefecture, Ryuko-ji is a small, charming Buddhist temple, home to some..
Activities Oedo Kakki Parade 2026 Late Oct The very first Oedo Kakki Parade took place in 1972 to commemorate the completion of the National Highway. This year, a grand parade..
Culture Ninja Trick Mansion Sherilyn Siy The Ninja Trick Mansion is one of the attractions of the Togakushi Folk Museum, which is nestled in the forested mountains across..
Food Gelato Yummy Kim Bergström If you enjoy icy treats, Gelato Yummy in Minamiuonuma is worth a visit. They make fantastic gelato with a host of unique ingredients,..
7 Culture Higashi Chaya District Avery Choi Higashi Chaya District is a picturesque area with cobblestone alleyways and traditional wooden architectures of the Edo period.
9 Shopping Takahashi Ameya Avery Choi Takahashi Magozaemon first opened its door in 1624 and has been selling traditional Japanese confectioneries on the streets of Joetsu..