Culture Sendai’s Hero Yuzuru Hanyu Elena Lisina Sendai is the home city of Olympic figure skating champion Yuzuru Hanyu. Along with historic sites, there are a number of pla...
8 Activities Streets of Nagasaki Kim Bergström Nagasaki is a city with hills full of history. From the Peace Park to Dejima, or the city's incredible churches, a stroll aro...
Culture Japanese Musical Instruments Elena Lisina A description of popular traditional Japanese instruments such as the shamisen, taiko, shakuhachi, koto and biwa. The sound o...
6 Activities Okinawa's Northern Coast Kim Bergström Okinawa's Northern Coast has some spectacular beaches, and Okuma is one of the best. Crystal clear water, minimal crowds, and...
Culture Masters at Work Elena Lisina In many places in Japan there are unique opportunities to watch masters at work showcasing various skills. You'll also find c...
6 Culture Tottori Sand Museum Kim Bergström The Tottori Sand Museum has a range of detailed sand sculptures, made to coincide with an annual theme. The venue is located ...
Activities Nature: the Soul of Japan Elena Lisina Natural surroundings and an appreciation of nature are important parts of Japan's worldview. Across Japan, there are various ...
Food Beer Brands of Japan Elena Lisina There are a great variety of beers sold in Japan, and four main beer producers: Asahi, Sapporo, Suntory, and Kirin. These bre...
Activities Introduction to Stamp Rallies Guillaume Doré Stamp Rallies are a fun way to discover new places across Japan and even potentially score prizes in the process.
7 Culture Peonies at Kisshoin Temple Elizabeth S Kisshoin Temple a short walk from Kashiwatanaka Station on the Tsukuba Express Line displays 100 peony plants under paper par...
