Culture An Intellectual Journey Through Fujita Tsuguharu’s ... Joanna Ligon Fujita had the world at his feet. Paris, Tokyo, any great city could have been the canvas for his grand vision. So, why Akita?
Culture Yashima Hassaku Festival 2026 Mid Sep Held at Yashima Shinmeisha Shrine, the Yashima Hassaku Festival is dedicated to Kurainatama (a deity associated with rice cultivation),..
Culture Nyuto Onsen Village and Its Seven Springs in Akita’... Joanna Ligon Hidden in the snowy mountains of Akita Prefecture, Nyuto Onsen Village feels like something out of a fairytale. This quiet mou..
Planning Sendai Named a Top Summer Destination by Lonely Planet Kim Bergström Jul 20, 2025 Recently highlighted by the travel gurus at Lonely Planet as one of Asia’s top summer destinations, Sendai offers an authentic..
Activities Hoshino Resorts Nekoma Mountain Kim Bergström Tucked away in the mountains of Fukushima Prefecture, Hoshino Resorts Nekoma Mountain is a rare spring destination where travelers..
Culture A Guide to Tono City and Hanamaki City Veronica Carnevale Tono City and Hanamaki City in Iwate Prefecture act as gateways to different worlds—showcasing traditional customs, folktales,..
Culture Hachinohe, Aomori: Japan’s Northern Frontier Ryan Noble Relax and recharge in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture, for striking coastlines, warm hospitality, and exceptional seafood. Discov..
Planning Why Tsuruoka is Calling to Travelers Kim Bergström Nov 27, 2025 Beyond cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto lie regions that are not overwhelmed by travelers, but instead are quietly waiting for..