8 Culture Oasahiko Jinja C. Rio Legend has it that in the era of Emperor Jimmu, Ame-no-Tomi-no-Mikoto came to the Awa region (an ancient region that encompas...
Shopping Ichiru Kimono Shop in Nihonbashi Geoff Day Experience Japanese culture at its best by trying on kimono, drinking tea, and joining events with like minded individuals. A...
7 Culture Jurakuji C. Rio The seventh temple of the Ohenro 88 temple pilgrimage, Jurakuji, is also known as the Temple of Ten Pleasures. This refers to...
Culture Fukui: Ichijodani Asakura Ruins Takako Sakamoto Ichijodani Asakura Family Ruins were once the castle town of the lord of Echizen (Fukui), the Asakura clan. It was attacked a...
10 Activities Autumn at Hozugawa River Febry Fawzi Go west and enjoy the autumn beauty at the Hozugawa River.
Activities Garrett Popcorn Shops in Harajuku Jessica A Paje Garrett Popcorn has been a Chicago tradition since 1949 and has arrived in Japan! Located in Harajuku since February 2013, th...
7 Culture Gokurakuji C. Rio Located about 1.3 km to the east of Ryozenji (temple #1), Gokurakuji is the second of the 88 temple Ohenro pilgrimage. Founde...
7 Culture Great Buddha at Nofukuji Temple Manish Prabhune Nofukuji Temple, a 10-minute walk from JR Hyogo station, houses the Great Buddha and is a must-see place for tourists visitin...
7 Food Freundlieb, Kobe Peter Lin Freundlieb Cafe and Bakery is a wonderful stop in the Kitano area to enjoy a meal in Kobe. In line with the surrounding Europ...
Transportation JR Furano Valerie Kor Offers everything you need to get ready for a fantastic time in Furano.