Cawaz Base Sherilyn Siy This more than 60 year old former ramshackle folk house and shed have been transformed into a trendy cafe, co-working space, and..
Culture Sweet Potato Expo 2025 Late Feb Sweet potato fans, rejoice! A five day event at the Saitama Super Arena focuses on these much-loved root vegetables, with sweet..
Culture Saitama's Six Nikko Kaido Post Towns Elizabeth S The Nikko Kaido, an ancient highway from Nihonbashi Bridge to the historic Nikko world heritage site retains some atmosphere from..
Culture Moomin Day Celebrations This Summer Kim Jul 14, 2022 To celebrate Moomin Day, Saitama's Moomin Valley Park will be hosting a week full of fun activities from August 3rd to 9th.
Activities Kasukabe City Guide Elizabeth S Kasukabe City in Saitama Prefecture is a major junction for trains between Tokyo, Nikko, and beyond, but it's worth a stop as..
Activities Joumon Farm Sherilyn Siy Sweet, tart, and juicy, it is difficult to think of a fruit more popular and beloved than strawberries. A 30-minute eat-all-you-can..
Culture Styrofoam Art in Kawagoe Lynda Hogan Kawagoe is always a great place to visit. But if you want to add a bit of fun to your visit, especially if you are visiting with..
Culture Blue Festival Kuki Lynda Hogan The Blue Festival in Kuki is a celebration of flowers that are shades of blue. In all honesty, 'purple' festival would be..