Food Kokutei Ramen Tom Roseveare Operating since 1957, Kokutei (黒亭) is one of the most famous and popular ramen shops in Kumamoto, proudly serving the local...
Culture Yanagawa Doll Festival: Sagemon Tour 2027 Mandy Bartok The town of Yanagawa celebrates Girls' Day with several events over a two month period.
Culture Ohara Festival 2026 Japan Travel Kagoshima's biggest annual festival returns each November promising traditional dance parades, taiko performances and a whole...
Culture Kagoshima Christmas Market 2026 Jaime Wong Enjoy cosy Christmas festivities at Kagoshima Christmas Market
Transportation Ibusuki no Tamatebako Jaime Wong Ride this special "treasure box" train from Kagoshima to Ibusuki
Culture Aso Fire Festival 2027 Mandy Bartok The slopes of Mt Aso are alight with flames during the annual March fire festival.
Culture Arao Rice Planting Festival 2026 Mandy Bartok The town of Arao holds a rice planting festival to kick off the start of the annual growing season.
Accommodation Guest House Cabosu Beppu Hamayu Jaime Wong Cheap, comfortable accommodation right near Beppu Station
Beauty & Spa Hyotan Hot Springs In Beppu Jemma King As a tourist with tattoos in Japan I have found it difficult to experience the benefits of a traditional Onsen. On many occas...
