12 Activities 'Ganbarō Ishinomaki' & Tsunagu-kan Tom Roseveare The 'Ganbarō Ishinomaki' sign in the coastal Minamihama area is an important stop on any visit to Ishinomaki.
10 Activities Kamakura's Sannzagaike Forest Park Steve Morton For anyone feeling overwhelmed by Kamakura's countless temples and shrines, visit the peaceful forest park of Sannagaike for..
Planning A Guide to Japanese Visas Mandy Bartok Everything you need to know about Japanese visas, including the different visa types, the visa rules and how to apply for your Japan..
Culture Temple of Aikido Arlene Bastion Kōzan-ji Temple is beautiful in its quiet peace, a fitting resting place for the founder of Aikido, the gentle art of self def..
Culture Top 4 Free Things to See in Tokyo Gloria Ticconi Tokyo is usually considered an expensive city, but it is not always so. There are many unique attractions that you can find only..
Culture Okayama Castle Noro Randria Discover the history of the Okayama Prefecture through one of the emblems of the city and a variety of enjoyable experiences.
7 Culture Keishun-in Temple in Kyoto Peter Sidell In Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto, Keishun-in is a very peaceful Zen Buddhist temple, with tranquil gardens unchanged in centuries...
Tour of Three Cities: Kiryu, Takasaki & Shibukawa Featured Discover a whole new world just a short trip from Tokyo: traditional crafts, hidden shrines and plenty of good food. Gunma has it..