Culture Breathe in the Sun in Matsue Featured A trip to Matsue wouldn’t be complete without seeing the sunset over Lake Shinji. This view is included in Japan’s list of one hundred best sunsets.
Culture Matsue Castle: A Reminder of the Past Featured Matsue is a traditional castle town, with one of only twelve original remaining castles nationwide as its foremost symbol.
Culture Sakura Afternoon Tea at HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO 2026 Mar 16th - Apr 28th HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO is welcoming spring with a limited-time Sakura Afternoon Tea, available from March 16th to April 28th, 2026.
Area Akita City Akita City is famous for being home to the Kanto Matsuri, one of the three big summer festivals in Tohoku. Beautiful lanterns symbolising rice is carried along the streets and the raw tribal music..
Culture Kishiwada Danjiri Hall Mary Kawai An interactive museum celebrating the Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri.
Food Ippudo Ramen Noodle Restaurant Bonson Lam Hakata Ramen finds its home in the hearts and stomachs of locals and visitors alike in a side street near the center of Sanjo Karasuma.
Area Kochi City If you're not a fan of big cities, or just need a break from the constant crowd, the much slower pace of Kochi City will be a welcome addition to your travel itinerary in Japan. Kochi City..