Culture Hirano Shrine Okasai 2026 Alena Eckelmann Hirano Shrine in the north of Kyoto hosts a hanami festival each year. The hanami scenery is fantastic and the party atmosphe...
Accommodation Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Tom Roseveare Kiyomizu’s central location is an ideal launchpad for any Kyoto-bound traveller. Just off Route One, Nohga Hotel is a 10-minu...
Activities 5 Spots for Spring Blooms in Aomori Kim Bergström Aomori Prefecture is known for some spectacular natural landscapes, and the spring months allow this natural beauty to really...
Activities 7 Destinations for Autumn Color in Okayama Kim Bergström Known for its blend of tranquil hot springs, historic castles, and beautifully preserved gardens, Okayama Prefecture comes al...
Ashikaga Flower Park and Wisteria Jessica A Paje Ashikaga Flower Park is home to the incredibly beautiful wisteria vines that hang from 130-year old trees. Come and see why t...
12 Plum Trees in Limelight at Yokokan Takako Sakamoto Pretty plum blossoms illuminated in the night at Yokokan Garden in Fukui. Although there weren't many plum trees in the garde...
Activities 4 Spots for Spring Flowers in Akita Kim Bergström Famous for sake, snow, and hot springs, Akita Prefecture initially evokes ideas of a winter wonderland. It certainly delivers...
Activities Naked Yorumode Heian Jingu 2021 Kim Bergström Naked Yorumode Heian Jingu includes a brightly illuminated Oten-mon Gate (the front gate of the shrine), and various light an...
26 Culture Hamamatsu Flower Park Elena Lisina Big botanical garden that one can visit any season. Displays over 3000 plants.
Culture Castle Stays in Japan Kim Bergström Looking for something a little different to your usual hotel or ryokan on your trip to Japan? While castles are often thought...
