Culture Tranquility at Tsu's Shitennouji Chris Glenn There is something special about the Shitennouji temple and grounds that makes it different. A calmness that you can feel in your..
Accommodation Hotel Grand Court Tsu Nishi Chris Glenn An inexpensive yet comfortable designer hotel in Tsu city, Mie Prefecture.
Culture Kameyama Castle Chris Glenn Life is slow in Mie Prefecture’s Kameyama City. Even the name, Kameyama means “Tortoise Mountain”, but things weren’t always t..
Activities Okage Yokocho at Mie-ken Marsita Yunus The streets have a festival-like atmosphere all year. The "Okage-za" museum offers a glimpse into Ise's history and culture
Shopping Banko Pottery Center Chris Glenn Banko ware implements have long been favored among Tea Ceremony practitioners for their refined simplicity and because it gains..
10 Culture A Day at Ise Jingu Benjamin Stock A collection of photos from Ise Jingu during the busy New Year's season
Accommodation Guesthouse Kazami in Ise City Dan Traylor Ise Guesthouse Kazami offers more than just the cheapest bed in town
Culture Basho. Haiku or Ninja Master? Chris Glenn There’s a rumor that the famed haiku poet Matsuo Basho wasn’t just a master of poetry, but a master of the art of the Ninja!