7 Culture Kuzuharaoka Shrine, Kamakura Lily Kuzuharaoka Shrine was established in 1887 and is dedicated to the Kamakura period Imperial loyalist, Hino Toshimoto. These d...
Culture Kajikawachisui Memorial Park Kim Bergström For those living in or visiting Niigata Prefecture during sakura season, one of the region's best spots to explore is the Kaj...
Transportation Getting Around Yokohama Peter Sidell Immediately south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city, with plenty to see and do. There are several train lines...
Food Monsieur Masuno Arpajon Laura Welch A patisserie that provides both a great atmosphere and great cakes. Take a photo with Santa and enjoy baking made from local ...
Culture Tamba Yaki Pottery Festival 2026 Kim Bergström The Tamba-Sasayama area of Hyogo Prefecture is known for Tamba ware, one of Japan's most noteworthy types of ceramics. The Ta...
Accommodation My Hotel Ryugu in Shizuoka Peter Sidell In Shizuoka in central Japan, My Hotel Ryugu is a comfortable, well located and very affordable business hotel, ideal for bud...
Culture Cherry Blossoms and Tuna Gourmet in Nachikatsuura Veronica Carnevale In addition to cherry blossoms, Nachikatsuura also offers a wealth of historic heritage, as well as rejuvenating hot springs ...
Activities Cycling on a Single Ladies Course Robert Kodama Two unfit men conquer a cycling course around Kyoto titled "Single Ladies Course" in a guide book.
Culture Takatori Castle Festival 2026 Kim Bergström Each November, the historic town of Takatori in Nara Prefecture celebrates its proud samurai heritage with the Takatori Castl...
Accommodation Shinagawa Prince Hotel, East Tower Ekaterina Bespyatova The most reasonably priced of all Shinagawa Prince Hotel accommodation options. Excellent location with good connection to Na...
