Culture The Hachiman-Bori Alicia Scarfe Rurouni Kenshin, a live-action adaption of the manga by Nobuhiro Watsuki... Hachiman-bori’s river cruises are understandably the city’s most popular
Culture Sumiyoshi Taisha Grand Shrine Gary Luscombe The largest and most important Shrine in Osaka. Sumiyoshi taisha hosts some of the oldest and most spectacular festivals in the prefecture.
Culture The History of Japan: Era by Era Joanna Ligon One of the best things about traveling in Japan is how the past and present sit side by side.
Culture AN ANCIENT ART Alessio Pompeo Secret Code of the Samurai" A bit of history: The Katana, perhaps the most... eyes this ancient tradition, of which I had only read about in books or manga
Culture Tochigi: Top 10 Things to Do Veronica Carnevale The area's immaculately preserved temples transport visitors to the rural past, and the surrounding natural beauty is equally as stunning as its structures
7 Culture Kamakura Camera - Engakuji Temple Peter Oxley One of Kamakura's most loved Zen Buddhist temples, Engakuji has a lot to offer in terms of history and nature.
Accommodation Urban Hotel Premium Kyoto Nijo Peter Sidell Close to Nijo Castle in Japan's most historic city, this stylish, modern hotel is comfortable, well located and supremely affordable.
Activities Kochi Prefecture's Salt Road Chiara Terzuolo you enjoy exploring Japan's ancient trails, but want to avoid the most... HIking fans can follow the track and spot reminders of its ancient past