Activities The Forest, Japan’s Best Kept Secret Alena Eckelmann Japan’s best kept secret is not found in the backstreets of Tokyo, in the shopping malls of Osaka or in the alleys of Kyoto. W..
Food Super Ume - Old Poems and New Health Alena Eckelmann Ume, the Japanese plum, is in full bloom in February. Ume appreciation reached poetic heights in the Manyoshu poem collection from..
Activities Celebrating Ume - Hanami in Tanabe 2025 Mid Feb - Early Mar Celebrate spring at Kansai's best ume (Japanese plum) viewing spot at the Kishu Ishigami Tanabe Ume Orchards in the south of..
Activities Sakura Season at Kannonyama Park Kim In spring each year, Niigata's Kannonyama Park has numerous cherry blossom trees to enjoy, including several different varieties..
Transportation Self Service Gas Stations Guide Kevin Haase This is a short photo guide to help navigate the Japanese language only Gas Station Terminals.
Activities Joseki Historical Park Sakura Festival Kim There are plenty of well-known, heavily trafficked sakura spots across Japan, but some of the best opportunities to enjoy these..
Activities Miharu Takizakura in Bloom 2025 Mid - Late Apr There are plenty of arguments to be made about Japan's best cherry blossom viewing spots, and people's favorites will differ..