Activities Tokyo's First "Tram Sauna" Opens in Oimachi Kim Bergström The newly opened Sauna Metsä Oimachi Tracks introduces Japan’s first-ever "tram sauna, offering a unique urban wellness exper...
Planning Shikoku Named One of the World's Calmest Destinations Kim Bergström Australian newspaper The Age recently named Shikoku among the 12 calmest destinations in the world.
Area Hatsukaichi JJ Walsh Hatsukaichi is centered on the small town on the main island of Honshu almost opposite the sacred island of Miyajima on which...
Accommodation An Oasis of Luxury in Tokyo: FUFU Tokyo Ginza Ryan Noble FUFU Tokyo Ginza may be the peak of luxury hotels in Ginza, preferring to call itself a "small luxury resort." Discover FUFU ...
18 Culture Autumn Colors at Yamashita Park Steve Morton Come and experience the full spectacle of autumn`s beautiful colors at Yokohama`s number one park. Yamashita Park.
Activities Climbing Mount Ontake - 1 Steve Morton A hike through snow covered peaks on Mount Ontake, a very holy mountain. Part 1
Activities Iwami Ginzan Silver Mines Bryan Baier Historically significant silver mines, a Living Japanese history lesson, and a great way to beat the the summer heat, and a s...
Accommodation Kumano Backpackers Guesthouse Virginia Gonzalez Kumano Backpackers is a guesthouse located in Hongu, next to the Kumano Hongu Taisha World Heritage Site and easily accessibl...
Beauty & Spa The Shimokita Hanto Amber Mezbourian Take a roadtrip to one of Honshu's remotest spots, visit the entrance to Hell, and admire the amazing rock formations at Hoto...
Planning Japan's Citrus Kingdom Praised for a Quieter Experience Kim Bergström Beyond Japan's busy hotspots lies a quieter side of the country that remains largely undiscovered by international travelers....
