Culture Unique Ema in Kyoto Kim Bergström This guide covers 5 temples and shrines in the prefecture with ema that take on one-of-a-kind shapes and styles.
8 Culture Kamakura Camera - Meigetsu-in Peter Oxley Nestled in the hills of Kita Kamakura, there's much to see and enjoy at Meigetsu-in: a sand garden, the moon window, caves, a stunning display of hydrangeas
Culture Ryukoku Museum in Kyoto Peter Sidell In Kyoto in central Japan, this museum is home to a wide-ranging collection of Buddhist artefacts from around Asia.
Activities Green Destinations in Japan Kim Bergström It's not just forests that add to the nation's verdant hue, though.
Activities Pink Places in Japan Kim Bergström This guide covers an array of places to get your favorite color fix, from interesting buildings and train stations to nature destinations filled with pink
Tanbo Art in Aomori 2025 Late May - Early Oct The unique art-meets-agricultural practice at the annual Tanbo Art event in Inakadate, Aomori, involves strategically planting different varieties of rice
Food Shozan Restaurant in Sendai Justin Velgus In January 2023, "Shozan" restaurant opened inside a renovated portion of the original Katsuyama brewery in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture.
Shopping Asakusa Nakamise Shopping Street Kaila Knight A few suggestions on how to make your day extra smooth at the Asakusa Nakamise shopping street and the famous temple, Senso-ji.
