Activities Winter Adventure in Akita, Japan Veronica Carnevale Together, the snow sports, sightseeing, and cozy lodging options make Akita a destination winter lovers will not want to miss...
Planning Stay Connected in Japan: Your Guide to Pocket Wi-Fi, ESIM, and Free Wi-Fi Joanna Ligon Internet access is no longer a travel perk—it’s almost a lifeline. Having reliable internet while traveling is almost as impo...
Culture Ryosanji Temple Goho Festival 2026 Kim Bergström Every year on the night of August 14th, Ryosanji Temple in Okayama Prefecture holds a special event known as the Goho Festiva...
Culture Wamoji-yaki and Fireworks 2026 Kim Bergström Every summer in mid-August, Wake Town in Okayama Prefecture hosts the Wamoji-yaki and Fireworks Festival along the banks of t...
Culture One Full Day in Kamogawa From Kamenoi Hotel Kamogawa Joanna Ligon Kamogawa might be exactly where you need to be. Nestled along the sunlit coast of Chiba Prefecture, this seaside town is effo...
Culture Toyohashi Minato City Marathon 2026 Kim Bergström Looking for an approachable end-of-year race to cap off your running goals? The Toyohashi Minato City Marathon offers just th...
Culture Taimatsu Akashi Festival 2026 Kim Bergström The Taimatsu Akashi is one of Japan’s three major fire festivals, held annually on the second Saturday of November in Sukagaw...
Culture Aniera Festa 2026 Kim Bergström Aniera Festa, Nagano Prefecture’s largest outdoor anime song festival, has become a must-visit event for fans of anisong and ...
Activities Marie's Farm Kim Bergström One of the best ways to enjoy Uonuma's summertime charm is by visiting Marie's Farm.
Accommodation Azumino, Japan’s Peaceful Highland Getaway Joanna Ligon To truly enjoy Azumino, you’ll want a place that reflects the region’s tranquil spirit. AMBIENT Azumino Hotel checks every box.
