Culture The Stone Garden at Ryoanji Kyoto Bonson Lam Ryoanji is the most celebrated garden in Japan. Simple yet powerful at the same time, it draws pilgrims from all over the world
Beauty & Spa Ashiyu at Iwasa Onsen Takane Shoji Stop by at the small onsen at the station to dip your feet in warm water to relax.
Transportation Kasumigaseki Station Elizabeth Wormald An overview of Kasumigaseki Station, it's political relevance and nearby attractions.
Transportation Japan Rail in Furano R.S. Reynolds Experiencing Furano, Hokkaido and getting there with Japan Rail
Shopping Tower Records Shibuya Anonymous An eclectic range of CDs and books to suit anyone's taste can be found at Tower Records Shibuya
Accommodation Guesthouse Heiwa Amber Mezbourian If you’re looking for somewhere comfortable and reasonably priced to stay whilst in the city, a good option is Guesthouse Heiwa.
Activities Yoyogi Jazz Festival Todd Wojnowski Yoyogi Jazz Festival is a free annual event on the spring equinox holiday. It features groups from area schools who really kn...
Food Daisuke Udon Tony Mariani Daisuke Udon is a great place for serve-yourself udon with friends and family.
Activities Odaiko Hall, Akita Justin Velgus Since 1989 the Odaiko no Yakata, or the "Odaiko Hall" has been pleasing visitors with its display of international drums. It ...
Food Tabataya Soba Restaurant, Shiozawa Rufus Starbuck Amazing soba noodles made onsite in this traditional building - so well known that it is frequented by bus loads of tourists