Sumida River Sumi-Yume Art Project 2026 Kim Bergström Running from the start of September to late December, the Sumida River Sumi-Yume Art Project invites visitors to explore a wo...
New Tourist Rules Coming to Hakuba Kim Bergström Planning a ski trip to Hakuba this winter? The Nagano mountain village is famous worldwide for its powder snow and stunning a...
11 Accommodation Ryokan Onomichi Nishiyama Peter Lin Ryokan Onomichi Nishiyama is a beautiful ryokan located away from the main Onomichi city center. It is a restful and hospita...
8 Culture Tottori Sand Museum in 2025: A Celebration of Japan Dermot Killoran Here you can see lifelike works of sculptured art in sand featuring historical or contemporary vignettes set to the theme cho...
Activities Best Beaches Near Tokyo H. Fern Just a short trip from Tokyo, these coastal getaways make for the perfect quick escape! From family-friendly beaches to seasi...
Aichi Triennale 2026 Kim Bergström Every three years since 2010, the Aichi Triennale has transformed cities like Nagoya, Okazaki, and Seto into vibrant stages f...
5 Reasons to Visit the Izu Peninsula Kim Bergström Just a short ride from Tokyo, the Izu Peninsula is one of Japan’s most diverse and inviting resort regions. With a mix of dra...
Culture Exploring Otaru Max Otaru, a picturesque port town in Hokkaido, is known for its historic canal, fresh seafood, and winter charm. It offers a per...
Culture The Tea Ceremony in Japan Alessio Pompeo Let's explore the history and origins of the tea ceremony
2000th Starbucks Store to Open in Japan Kim Bergström Japan's first Starbucks store—and the first outside North America—opened in Ginza back in the summer of 1996. It seems fittin...
