Culture Cherry Blossoms at Ueno Park Jessica A Paje Ueno Park is located in central Tokyo and is home to 1,200 cherry trees that will flourish with pink magical flowers. The 133-..
Culture Kyoto Ninna-ji Temple, Omuro Palace Tomoko Kamishima Ninna-ji Temple, established in 888, is a balanced blend of aristocratic elegance and Buddhism simplicity. Its zig-zagging wooden..
Nightlife Sakae & Ginza Streets after dark Jenny Cook Many cities in Japan have a place in their heart called little Ginza. It is the place to go when you are dressed up for a big night..
Activities Yokohama to Kamakura Paul Stevenson This is a great day trip, especially if you live near Yokohama and can only reach the trail head by public transport. This easy..
12 Culture Want to See Kimono While in Kyoto? Larry Knipfing Want to see kimono while in Kyoto? Here are a few suggestions on where to go to see some real beauties!
14 Culture Kyoto's Osawa-no-ike Pond in B&W Larry Knipfing This man-made pond was built originally for a villa for the Saga Emperor, sometime in the 8th century. It still exists today as..
14 Culture Doll Festival in Takatori-cho Cathy Cawood A Nara village displaying Hinamatsuri dolls in their homes during the entire month of March -- visitors welcome
12 Activities Makizaki Wind Park Tristan Scholze Sea breezes fashion the igneous rock formations and flora of this park on Tsuno Island in Yamaguchi.