Culture Discovering Tokyo's Shitamachi Area Kim Tokyo's Shitamachi area comprises modern-day Chuo, Taito, Arakawa, Sumida, Koto, Edogawa, Katsushika, and Adachi wards, and w...
Culture Ibaraki Prefecture's Castle Heritage Elizabeth S Ibaraki Prefecture’s castle towns preserve a few vestiges of the feudal past. Communities have restored historically importan...
Culture Su Lab Kendama Cafe Lynda Hogan Kendama is a traditional Japanese toy whose popularity has prevailed throughout the years. Moreover, in modern times, kendama...
16 Culture Early Spring in Japan Elena Lisina In early spring, festivals of snow, plum blossom and the Hina-matsuri girls holiday are held in Japan. At this time, you can ...
9 Culture Doll Museums of Japan Elena Lisina Dolls occupy a special place in the culture and art of Japan. You can get acquainted with different types of traditional doll...
Culture Ohi Shrine - Funabashi Daijingu Elizabeth S Ohi Shrine or Funabashi Daijingu, the oldest and largest shrine in Funabashi, has long associations with the shoguns and Ise ...
6 Culture Tono Historical Museum Alena Eckelmann History buffs and those into folklore will enjoy a visit to Tono, a small town in Iwate Prefecture. This town is the setting ...
Culture Yakatabune Experience in Shinagawa Serena Ogawa Enjoy a pleasure cruise on Tokyo’s beautiful waterfront
Culture Hakodate Delights Rey Waters A four day itinerary touring Hakodate and its surrounding area, dining on local fish and visiting top attractions.
13 Culture Umbrellas in Japan Elena Lisina Traditional Japanese umbrellas have an interesting history. After being introduced from China, the umbrella has undergone var...
