14 Tōshijima's Sea Harvest Cathy Cawood Tōshijima is the largest of several islands that lie just offshore in Ise-Shima. The island's history and culture are intimat...
Culture Kamakura Bungakukan Edward Yagisawa Learn about Japan's literary history and Kamakura's important role in modern Japanese literature at a picturesque villa with ...
Culture Amami Village Gary Luscombe A guide to the often overlooked villages of southern Osaka. An abundance of nature and history among the mountains where Osak...
Culture Exploring Shimane Rey Waters Shimane Prefecture is a pleasant surprise for any visitor. With so much to offer it is worth the effort to visit this remote...
Culture Morito Shrine: A Sacred Place by the Sea Andre Moreira Morito Shrine in the town of Hayama, Kanagawa Prefecture, is one of the most famous shrines in the Shonan area. With its beau...
Culture Mito's Educational Legacy Arlene Bastion Kodokan and Kairakuen are the main tourist attractions in Mito, Ibaraki Prefecture. Rich in scenic appeal as well as historic...
Food Hagi City Food Guide: Best Local Eats Veronica Carnevale Given its location on the Sea of Japan, Hagi City is blessed with an abundance of fresh fish year-round, making it a hotspot ...
Activities A Day Hiking at Mt.Mitou in Okutama Emi Takahata A peaceful hiking trail in Tokyo. An hour away from Shinjuku station and another hour's bus ride, the mountainous landscape a...
Food MyMizu Free Water Refill App Sébastien Duval Great for healthy sustainable tourism, MyMizu (My Water) app helps you find free drinkable water refill spots in every Japane...
Culture The Beauty of Honpukuji Temple Valentin DK Discover a unique temple, Honpukuji Temple, hidden in the unknown and beautiful island of Awaji. A place where modernity and ...