Transportation Tokaido Sanyo Shinkansen Reservation App Featured This brand new app from Japan Rail is a game changer for everyone traveling distances in Japan, whether for business or pleasure...
Area Koga The city of Koga is tucked in Ibaraki prefecture’s south-western corner, surrounded by cities of other prefectures. Its current population is estimated to be 140,800. An hour by train from Tokyo,..
Area Hitachi Hitachi is a city in Ibaraki prefecture by the Pacific Ocean that is great for viewing flowers all year round. Currently, the city has a population of around 183,000. The most famous place for..
Food Aji no Sapporo Onishi: Curry Ramen Tom Roseveare Unique bowl of Aomori soul food, perfectly suited to the winter months.
Activities Waterfalls of Tsuwano Denes Perlaky The waterfalls of Tsuwano are known for its high cliffs and crystal clear water. These scenic spots were often visited by domain..
Shopping Frog Street in Matsumoto Ignatius Koh Nawate Street is a frog-themed street south of Matsumoto Castle. Many shops, ranging from food to antiques, line the narrow street,..
Culture Tanabata Festival in Fussa 2026 Early - Mid Aug Every summer in the western suburbs of Tokyo, the Japanese Tanabata or Star Festival turns sleepy Fussa into a merry place filled..
Spring Festivals in Yamaguchi Robert Kodama Yamaguchi offers a host of spring celebrations and those visiting the prefecture will find plenty to do. Read on to find some of..