Culture The Gem of Japanese Traditional Culture Featured Japanese traditional culture is in fact much wider and deeper than we imagine, and Akita is no different. A perfect example is the..
Another Side to Izu Lisa Wallin The Izu Peninsula is famous for hot springs and beach resorts, but there's so much more to the area once you look beyond the..
Culture Exploring Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Rey Waters The historic Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse offers visitors a shopping and entertainment experience.
7 Activities Blue Skies at Hakuba Happo-One Emma Sletteland Clear skies and incredible views at one of Japan’s best ski resorts.
Activities Sapporo Teine Resort Emma Sletteland Sapporo Teine, the site of the first Olympic Games in Asia, offers great snow, a variety of terrain, and killer views, all with..
12 Culture Korin-ji Temple in Odawara Peter Sidell In the historical castle town of Odawara in Japan's Kanagawa prefecture, Korin-ji is a peaceful, lushly green Buddhist temple..
Culture Tokyo Pride 2026 Early Jun Every year, Yoyogi Park transforms for one week into a rainbow of colors as diversified as the people it represents.
Food Kokutei Ramen Tom Roseveare Operating since 1957, Kokutei (黒亭) is one of the most famous and popular ramen shops in Kumamoto, proudly serving the local ..