12 Activities Gods & Goddess live in Kamikochi Yoshiko Toyama It was Lotus flower season and their were white swans in the moat.
16 Ofuna Botanical Garden in Photos Jessica A Paje MAY: Peony, Rose, Wisteria, Iris JUN: Iris, Hydrangea, Water Lily JUL: Lotus
9 Shopping Strolling through Shimokitazawa Nicole Bauer You want to get away from the crowds in Tokyo and do lots of shopping without spending a fortune?
11 New Year stalls at Fushimi Inari Cathy Cawood No barbecued sparrows but lots of other tasty treats!
Culture Daian-zenji Temple, Fukui Takako Sakamoto The family temple of Matsudaira Clan has lots to see!
Shopping Things to do in Irago and Tahara Michael Williams An idyllic place by the sea, with lots to experience