Culture The Eight Tea Regions of Shizuoka Samuel Richards Shizuoka Prefecture might be famous for its stunning views of Mount Fuji and Suruga Bay, but did you know that it is Japan's ...
Activities Tsukioka Park Kim Bergström Tsukioka Park is located in Uonuma, Niigata Prefecture. The park offers plenty of play equipment for the kids, barbecue facil...
Transportation Toyama Airport Kim Bergström Toyama Airport provides access to the historic Hokuriku region, with both domestic and international routes available.
Culture Kanazawa Phonograph Museum Kim Bergström The Kanazawa Phonograph Museum is a way to experience the sounds of a bygone era. The museum has over 500 phonographs and ove...
Food Blue Bee Cafe and Bar, Hamamatsu Helen Xavier Blue Bee is another excellent cafe and bar that can cater to vegan customers. Located in Itayamachi, Hamamatsu, their food an...
Activities Okuoi Kojo Station Richard Sweet Shizuoka countryside's spectacular scenery is accessible by trains, both regular and steam locomotive. Take a walk along a ro...
Food Kumar Act Plaza - Hamamatsu City Helen Xavier Kumar Act Plaza is an Indian restaurant in Hamamatsu, close to Hamamatsu Station. The restaurant caters to both vegetarian & ...
Activities Spring in Ikeda Town Japan Travel The small town of Ikeda is less than 200 kilometers from Tokyo. The area has been called one of Japan's most beautiful villag...
Culture Wandering Through the Toyama Glass Art Museum Kim Bergström The Toyama Glass Art Museum is housed in an architecturally impressive building, and displays a range of glass art pieces. Of...
Activities Kamikochi – The Japanese Alps Geraldine Buergel Useful information on the Mt. Yakedake hike as a day-trip including a brief description of the trail as well as the infrastru...
