Culture Fukushima Prefectural Museum of Art Peter Sidell In Fukushima in northern Japan, the prefectural museum of art is home to a varied collection of interesting artworks, both local..
Shopping Asagaya Pearl Center Asagaya Pearl Center has been playing a central role in the community for more than 60 years. With its 700-meter long and elegant main street, which resembles..
Culture Asagaya Shinmeigu Shrine Asagaya Shinmeigu Shrine (阿佐ヶ谷神明宮) is a real gem of a shrine just a few minutes walk from the north exit of JR Asagaya Station. It's also..
Culture Otsu-e: Another History of Edo Painting 2020 Sep 19th - Nov 8th 2020 Past Event "Otsu-e: Another History of Edo Painting" is a special exhibition taking place at the Tokyo Station Gallery, which explores this..
Activities Hamura Tulip Festival 2025 Early - Mid Apr Taking place annually during April, the Hamura Tulip Festival brings these beautiful blooms to a somewhat surprising locale - the..
Food Ginza Kojyu Kim Ginza Kojyu is a Michelin-starred restaurant which serves up traditional Japanese kaiseki cuisine. Reservations are required in..
Food Karakusa Dining Bar, Koriyama Peter Sidell Close to Koriyama station in northern Japan's Fukushima prefecture, Karakusa is a cosy little dining bar with affordable meals..
Food South Cafe Kim South Cafe in Shimoda is the perfect spot for a lazy lunch after a morning spent at the region's beautiful beaches. The menu..