Culture Matsumoto Castle's Tea Ceremony Akira Matsuo The Matsumoto Castle tea ceremony is being held on August 6th and 7th. Ikegami Hyakuchikutei, a historical Japanese house with gardens,..
Activities A Walk Along Kamo River Erika Arceo A walk along the Kamo River: Experience Kyoto's culture through Kamogawa riverbanks.
Food Yuba in Arashiyama Cordelia Ding At Saga Tofu Ine in Arashiyama, yuba and tofu are served in many different ways. Some dishes are roasted, some are boiled, and some..
7 Activities Nanao Bay Area Alena Eckelmann The Nanao Bay area is very scenic; what better way to explore than close-up with nature? Opt for an active holiday and go cycling..
10 Culture The Grand Sanja Festival Parade Kylie Plester Enjoy an Edo Period parade at the Sanja Matsuri held in Asakusa in May
Culture Gojinjo Taiko Alena Eckelmann Gojinjo Daiko, a kind of Japanese drumming specific to Ishikawa Prefecture, has a tradition of 400 years.
Shopping Maiko Antiques Joe Robinson Located in a small corner building in Gion, Maiko Antiques is the most interesting shop I've been to in Japan, or maybe even..
Activities Hiking in Asama Anna van Dyk If tackling the Japanese Alps is a bit too daunting for you, why not try out the trekking trails near Asama Onsen?