Culture Southern Chiba Prefecture's Temples Elizabeth S The south of Chiba Prefecture is designated as Minami Boso Quasi-National Park, a protected area of landscapes that coexist w...
Shopping Guide to Thrifting in Shimokitazawa Alicia Akiyama An introduction to 5 thrift stores in the Shimokitazawa area. Full of cool vintage finds, these thrift stores are recommended...
Activities Guide to Yotsuya Alicia Akiyama An introduction to 5 places you should visit in the Yotsuya area: Sophia University, Hotel New Otani, Akasaka Palace, Suga Sh...
Culture Katori City Guide Elizabeth S Katori City in northern Chiba Prefecture transports you to the Edo era. Just an hour from Narita City, this once-prosperous m...
Culture Higashiyamato City - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi Higashiyamato City is well known for its stunning Lake Tama. The city is also home to two small museums, the Higashiyamato Ci...
Activities 5 of Japan's Best Iris Gardens Kim Bergström Along with hydrangeas, irises are one of the colorful floral highlights of Japan's rainy season. This guide covers five great...
Activities 5 of Japan's Best Rose Gardens Kim Bergström Roses are seen as one of the world's most symbolic flowers, and there are a host of different gardens across Japan where visi...
Culture Fussa City - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi Even with the overwhelming US military presence, Fussa City can still offer a museum and gallery or two to visit. These inclu...
Culture Chofu City - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi Chofu City is famous for its temples and gardens but the city's museums and galleries certainly have their place. They includ...
Culture Akiruno City - Museums & Galleries Sleiman Azizi Akiruno City is blessed with wonderful natural features but this city in western Tokyo also features the quirky Fukuzawa Chii...
