Activities Hagi Okan Maranic and Walk 2026 Kim Bergström The Yamaguchi Hagi Okan Maranic & Walk invites participants to enjoy a challenging marathon (maranic is a portmanteau of mara...
Culture Tokamachi Son-in-Law Throwing Event 2027 Kim Bergström The Tokamachi muko (son-in-law) throwing event takes place on January 15th each year, and involves new husbands being thrown ...
Activities Back to Nature in Kanagawa Prefecture Rey Waters For a great one-day family adventure consider the Koboyama Park hiking course in Kanagawa Prefecture. It consists of easy to...
Saga Itinerary Mandy Bartok Saga is one of Japan's smaller prefectures, located on the island of Kyushu. The region is famed for its seafood and porcelai...
Culture Toyama Prefecture: Encounter Japan’s Natural Wonders and Artistry Tom Roseveare Toyama Prefecture, nestled along Japan’s north-western coast with the Sea of Japan, boasts breathtaking alpine landscapes, vi...
Guide to Ryokan Japan Travel When it comes to selecting convenience for your voyages through Japan, there are a plenty of alternatives to select from. One...
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 ...
Activities Rairaikyo Gorge in Akiu Justin Velgus Rairaikyo Gorge is a magical 1km hiking trail along the Natori River in Akiu Onsen, near Sendai.
Beauty & Spa Biwa no Yu, Asama Hot Springs Anna van Dyk Biwa no Yu in Asama Onsen is a beautiful, historical spa that promises a relaxing day out.
Culture Visiting the Kokeshi Temple Justin Velgus A simple temple in the Tsuchiyu Onsen, Fukushima hot spring town hides the secrets of Buddhism, kokeshi dolls, and ritual by ...
