Activities Visiting Lovely Mount Mitake Scott Brause Ninety minutes or so west of central Tokyo, Mount Mitake is set in the beautiful Okutama mountains.
Activities Osaka Aquarium's Great Barrier Reef Yu Kanazawa For Kiyatake, a marine biologist at Osaka Aquarium, that moment was unforgettable... described as the world’s largest coral reef, but its importance goes far
Culture A Deep Dive Into Iwaki’s Kamaboko Fish Cakes Veronica Carnevale You can find it as a garnish for ramen or udon, a boost of protein in bento... boxes, a drinking snack, or an addition to fried rice.
Culture Ako: A Seaside Retreat Tom Fay atmosphere and rural charm, yet remains well off the usual tourist trail for... is the ideal place to relax and unwind, and a perfect seaside retreat for
Embrace Wellness in Nansatsu Veronica Carnevale Steam sand bathing, or sunamushi in Japanese, is a traditional, over 300... The Zen temple is also a perfect place for zazen meditation, yoga, and
Culture Keyaki Hiroba Water Splash Festival 2026 Late Jul Looking for a fun way to beat the summer heat? Head to Saitama’s Keyaki Hiroba this July for the Keyaki Hiroba Water Splash Festival.
Culture Yubana Festival 2026 Friday - May 15th The event serves as a way for the local community to give thanks for the hot springs that have long supported life in the area.
Activities Spring Destinations and Events in Niigata Kim Bergström Niigata is often celebrated for its world-class winter sports, with heavy snowfall creating perfect conditions for skiing and snowboarding.