8 Bonsai Chrysanthemum Display Mandy Bartok If you're visiting Matsumoto Castle this autumn, be sure to check out the display of bonsai chrysanthemums on the north side of the castle grounds.
Culture Osawa Onsen Konsei Festival 2026 Late Apr Golden Week in Iwate Prefecture brings with it one of Japan's more unusual and fascinating cultural events, the Osawa Konsei Festival, which is held each
Culture Secret Museum Yanai Yamaguchi Kim Bergström Opening on June 21st in the historic port town of Yanai, the Secret Museum Yanai Yamaguchi invites visitors to uncover hidden artworks and untold stories
6 Momijidani Park at Kintai Linda Cordes Momijidani Park at Kintai is a great place to enjoy beautiful fall colors.
Culture Kannami Buddha Statues Museum Peter Sidell Near Kannami in Japan's Shizuoka Prefecture, the Buddha Statues Museum has a small but interesting collection of ancient Buddhist statues.
9 Hirasawa Kanga Ruins Jennifer Nakajima Hirasawa Kanga Ruins are ancient Tsukuba City governmental buildings from the 8th to 12th century.
Accommodation HOTEL MYSTAYS Kanda Peter Sidell In central Tokyo, HOTEL MYSTAYS Kanda is a clean, comfortable and reasonably priced business hotel.
Food Nouka Banzai Restaurant Kyo Mandy Bartok Enjoy seasonal foods from the Kaga region served on quality hand-crafted Ishikawa tableware at Nouka Banzai Restaurant Kyo.