Culture Kurume’s Shrines By the River Arlene Bastion Bairinji and Suitengu by the Chikugo River, are part of Kurume's already beautiful environment and quiet beauty, a magnet in ...
Activities Honzawa Ranch Observation Deck Justin Randall Located 45 minutes by car from Kitami Station. The Honzawa Ranch Observation Deck overlooks the wide Kitami Valley, and Shire...
9 Places to Visit in Japan This June Kim Bergström June in Japan is known for its rainy season, but that doesn’t mean you have to stay indoors! With fewer crowds, lush scenery,...
Culture Tokoro Forest of Remains Justin Randall Across this museum park, learn about the lives and customs of Hokkaido's prehistoric hunter-gatherers, the Okhotsk, the forer...
9 Places to Visit in Japan This May Kim Bergström May in Japan is a sweet spot for travel, offering pleasant temperatures, fresh greenery, colorful blooms, and fewer people tr...
Activities Wild Hokkaido Viola van Onselen This story explores a five-day eco-tourism journey through Hokkaido, highlighting how the region promotes sustainable tourism...
Culture Yamaguchi's Kozan Park Arlene Bastion A pleasant way to learn about a segment of Japan's warring history with a peaceful walk in the park.
Himeji Castle Entry Fees to Rise From 2026 Kim Bergström If you are planning a visit to Himeji Castle, 2025 might be the year to do it—the iconic destination will be raising its entr...
Starbucks Announces Sakura-inspired Frappuccino Kim Bergström In Japan, seasonal drinks are incredibly popular, with limited-edition beverages celebrating the changing times of the year. ...
Fun Expo 2025 Souvenirs to Take Home Kim Bergström One of the best parts of attending an Expo is the unique souvenirs that capture the spirit of the event, and they make for pe...
