Accommodation Nikko’s Kanaya Hotel Tomoko Kamishima Nikko Kanaya Hotel commands the best location for access to Nikko’s World Heritage Site. You can enjoy every bit of Nikko’s ch..
Activities Nara Velodrome Paul Hackshaw Experience the thrill of cycle racing in a purpose built stadium close to central Nara. Events are held on a regular basis so check..
Culture Onomichi’s 'Cat Alley' Meredith Lescoe The temple walk of Onomichi in Hiroshima holds more than the obvious. See what a talented artist did to revive a small section of..
Nightlife Sprout Cafe/Takeuma Paul Walsh Tiny corner cafe run by a cheery young couple who use what little space they have to great effect. Serving light ¥500 lunches,..
Culture Kyoto Tofuku-ji's Hojo Garden Tomoko Kamishima The designer and planner of this garden (which was built in 1939), Shigemori Mirei, called them 'concept gardens containing..
Culture Kameman Sake Brewery Tsunagi Yui Yamaguchi Kameman Kura or sake brewery was established in 1916, and the current master is the fourth generation owner. As sake is brewed all..
Activities Banshoji Chris Glenn You wouldn't know it by looking at it, but the Oda clan temple, Banshoji has a long history and many interesting tales to tell!..
Activities Noritake Gardens Chris Glenn Noritake Gardens, Museum and Craft Center, is probably best associated with Grandma's best china, the fancy tableware that only..