Culture Kyoto Color Guide Veronica Carnevale Kyoto Prefecture is renowned for its traditional Japanese culture, temples, shrines, charming countryside, exquisite food, an...
5 of Shikoku's Top Cherry Blossom Spots Kim Bergström Shikoku is often highly regarded for having some incredible nature to enjoy, and that absolutely extends to cherry blossoms, ...
Activities 4 Destinations for a Slice of Mindfulness in Japan Kim Bergström While Kyoto was recently named the top mindfulness destination in Asia, this guide covers some lesser-known spots that bring ...
Activities 5 Spots for Spring Blooms in Gunma Kim Bergström This guide covers five destinations in Gunma Prefecture which are known for their beautiful spring flower displays.
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...
Accommodation Kamenoi Hotel Nachi-Katsuura and Wakayama Sightseeing Veronica Carnevale Wakayama Prefecture, located in Japan’s southern Kansai region, is a spiritually attuned and naturally beautiful destination ...
Activities Mount Yoshino Sakura Festival 2027 Kim Bergström Nara's Mount Yoshino is often regarded as one of the country's top sakura spots. An annual festival and illumination event is...
Activities 4 Days in Fukui and Shiga: Venturing South Tom Roseveare Thanks to the Hokuriku bullet train, Kanazawa is now easier to reach—cutting the old five-hour trip from Tokyo in half.
Food Shibuya Yokocho - A Daily Food Festival Davide Capretta The ultramodern district of Shibuya recent added a new attraction to its long list. A wonderful indoor food alley that allows...
Activities Hiking the Oku-Matsushima Trail Chiara Terzuolo The Oku-Matsushima Trail is part of the Miyagi Olle trail series in Miyagi Prefecture. The beginner-friendly trail shows off ...