19 Culture Greenery and Stonework of Nihonmatsu Castle Justin Velgus The ruins and gardens have been converted into a hilly park, perfect to explore at your own pace.
Shopping 5 of Tokyo's Best Shopping Streets Kim Bergström If you plan on visiting Tokyo in the future, this guide covers five of the city's best shopping streets – each one has a unique atmosphere!
Activities 5 of Japan's Best Iris Gardens Kim Bergström Along with hydrangeas, irises are one of the colorful floral highlights of Japan's rainy season.
Activities 5 of Japan's Best Rose Gardens Kim Bergström Roses are seen as one of the world's most symbolic flowers, and there are a host of different gardens across Japan where visitors can enjoy a wide variety
Activities 5 of Japan's Top Tulip Spots Kim Bergström Tulips are one of spring's classic flowers, and there are a myriad of places to enjoy them across Japan. This list covers just five of them!
Culture The Seven Wonders of Tainaisan Shrine Alena Eckelmann A shrine in the forest of Iwate has more to offer than the usual shrine buildings and torii gates.
Culture The "White Rock" of Shiroishi City Justin Velgus The city name of Shiroishi City in Miyagi Prefecture literally translates to "White Rock".
Culture 5 Traditional Streetscapes Outside of Kyoto Kim Bergström Kyoto has long been a popular tourist destination for travelers, in part due to the preserved streetscapes in the Higashiyama and Gion districts.