30 Culture Kiyosumi Teien Elena Lisina Kiyosumi Teien is historical Japanese garden in the center of Tokyo
Culture Senhime Peony Festival 2025 Kim Peonies are known for their large, fragrant blooms, and they can be enjoyed at several places in Japan including the Senhime ...
8 Culture Two Days in Kanazawa Grant Casey For those interested in traveling to Kanazawa by train, bus, or plane, here is a two day itinerary with a guide to sightseein...
Culture Hidden Gems in Tokyo and Yamanashi Veronica Carnevale Japan’s less touristy spots offer unique opportunities to further deepen your knowledge of this rich country. From Tokyo to Y...
18 Culture The Value of Water in Japan Elena Lisina Water is of great importance in the purification rites of Japan's religions. The country's hot springs have long been used as...
29 Culture City Parks and Promenades in Japan Elena Lisina Public parks and promenades of Japan offer free options for rest and sightseeing. Located all over Japan, including Tokyo, th...
Culture Northern Chiba Prefecture Heritage Houses Elizabeth S Northern Chiba Prefecture cities have preserved manors, summer villas, and farmhouses open to the public. Spanning the Edo to...
7 Culture Keishun-in Temple in Kyoto Peter Sidell In Japan's ancient capital of Kyoto, Keishun-in is a very peaceful Zen Buddhist temple, with tranquil gardens unchanged in ce...
Culture Kame Or Turtle Elena Lisina Turtles or ‘kame’ live in fresh water and can be often found in Japanese gardens. Kame has a special meaning and place in Jap...