9 Here's the Ocean Instead of a Meme Victoria Vlisides Reeeeeeeelax a bit. Here's the ocean instead of a meme. Surfers, sandcastles and sunsets on shoreline in Chiba.
Japan's Best Tourism Villages for 2023 Kim Bergström If you're looking for some travel inspiration in Japan, the United Nations World Tourism Organization recently published thei...
Activities Exploring Manazuru Peninsula Peter Sidell Within day-trip distance of Tokyo in Japan's Kanagawa prefecture, Manazuru peninsula is a pleasant place to explore. There ar...
Activities Sakura Spots in Iwaki City, Fukushima Kim Bergström Iwaki City in Fukushima is known for several things, including hot springs, beaches, and agriculture. It's a great spot for s...
Culture Tanabata Star Festival at Kongoji 2026 Ju On the 7th of July, Tanabata Festival is held all across Japan. People write wishes on colored paper strips and use them to d...
8 Activities Shimanami Kaido in Ehime Lily Shimanami Kaido is a cycling route leading from Onomichi City in the Hiroshima prefecture to Imabari city in Ehime prefecture...
14 Transportation The Ferry to Zamami Peter Sidell Taking the ferry from Naha to Zamami in Japan's tropical island chain of Okinawa, you can enjoy views of the open ocean and o...
Culture Okayama Momotaro Festival 2026 Kim Bergström Inspired by the local Momotaro legend and the story of a hero defeating the demon Ura, the Okayama Momotaro Festival (also kn...
Activities Cape Hedo Kim Bergström Cape Hedo is the northernmost point on Okinawa Island, and offers some scenic views of the surrounding waters and cliff faces.
Culture Does a Deviant Target Make Hacking Legitimate? Japan Travel At age 14, Satoshi is severely beaten by school bullies. In his anger and desire for safety, he devises a plan to get back at...
