Culture Rinko Park Rinko Park (臨港パーク) is a large green space on the eastern side of Minato Mirai, along the shore of Yokohama Bay and overl...
Culture Eiheiji Temple Eihei-ji is one of two main temples of the Sōtō school of Zen Buddhism, the largest single religious denomination in Japan. E...
Culture Toshio Suzuki and Ghibli Exhibition 2019 Sarah Koh From 20 April to 12 May 2019, the 'Toshio Suzuki and Ghibli Exhibition' invites fans get to know the Ghibli co-founder and pr...
Culture Morito no Hama bon Dance Festival 2024 Dave Collymore Morito no Hama's yearly summer beach festival and dance competition on the shores of Morito beach in Hayama, Kanagawa prefect...
Culture Guide to Chiba Prefecture's Castles Elizabeth S Chiba Prefecture boasts five reconstructed castle keeps of varying authenticity. Don't let that put you off. They have gorgeo...
Culture The White Heron Castle of Himeji Leslie Taylor Originally built over 400 years ago, Himeji Castle still stands today as a testament to the craftsmanship of its ancient buil...
Culture Akasaka Palace A hidden treasure in Tokyo is the majestic Akasaka Palace. As one of only two state guest houses of the Japanese government, ...
Culture Myoko Mountain Music Festival 2024 Kim The Myoko Mountain Music Festival was born from the idea of creating a world-class sustainable outdoor festival in the mounta...
Culture Matsuyama Castle Matsuyama Castle is one of the twelve "original castles" in Japan, i. Castles that have survived the post-feudal era since 18...
Culture Kameido Tenjin Shrine Plum Festival 2025 Kim The Kameido Tenjin Shrine Plum Festival showcases the seasonal beauty of these springtime blooms. The shrine grounds also hav...
