10 Culture Kamakura's Ankokuron-ji Temple Larry Knipfing Ankokuron-ji is another of the many Nichiren sect temples in Kamakura. Located in the quiet Omachi area of the city, it is si...
Culture Old Shimbashi Station Tomoko Kamishima Old Shimbashi Station represents a long-lasting bond between Britain and Japan. Restored building and “0 Mile” marker are sym...
Culture Ikuta Shrine in Kobe Manish Prabhune Amid the small bustling lanes of Sannomiya in Kobe you can find the wonderful Ikuta Shrine, which is possibly one of the olde...
6 Culture A Winter Day at Hasedera Temple Hana Joy Though it can be a little chilly, winter is an excellent season to visit Hasedera Temple in Kamakura.
Accommodation Kiya Ryokan Anonymous Kiya Ryokan in Uwajima is a stylish renewal of a historic inn. Guests can rent the whole building where Japan’s leading polit...
10 Activities Kamikochi: Hiking near Takayama Amber Echevarria A great place to spend a day or two if you're interested in hiking. For beginners and experts alike: a great place to see bea...
Activities Mitarai on Osaki Shimojima Yoko Kobayashi Mitarai is a largely undiscovered gem on the Seto Inland Sea island of Osaki Shimojima Island.
8 Activities Yame Central Tea Garden Mandy Bartok Wander the fields of Yame Central Tea Garden in Fukuoka Prefecture for a close-up look at tea production
Culture Honjima Chris Glenn Honjima, a small island in the Seto Inland Sea is an island where time has stood still. The remaining castle town is one of J...
