12 Culture Japanese Silk Elena Lisina Silk and weaving techniques, imported into Japan from China, were developed into new types of silk. These types are still pop...
Accommodation A Journey Through an Edo Castle Town From Art Hotel Narita Joanna Ligon Less than an hour from the airport to step back in time to the world of the Edo period (1603 to 1868). From Narita, a short t...
Culture Hie Shrine Momiji Festival 2026 Kim Bergström Every autumn, the historic Hie Shrine in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture, transforms into a glowing wonderland for the annual ...
Culture Chiba Prefecture Festivals and Elaborate Dashi Floats Elizabeth S Chiba Prefecture cities, Sakura, Narita, and Katori, are renowned for their centuries-old festivals. Enjoy these quaint and l...
Culture Sakura City Guide Elizabeth S Sakura City, Chiba Prefecture exudes Edo era culture. Designated as one of Chiba's four Hokuso heritage region cities, Sakura...
Culture Top 10 Alternative Ghibli Spots Celine Ong Already visited the Ghibli Museum? Check out these off the beaten path Ghibli-inspired places instead. These Japan locations ...
Culture Blue Festival Kuki Lynda Hogan The Blue Festival in Kuki is a celebration of flowers that are shades of blue. In all honesty, 'purple' festival would be mor...
Activities Spring Destinations and Events in Niigata Kim Bergström Niigata is often celebrated for its world-class winter sports, with heavy snowfall creating perfect conditions for skiing and...
Culture Ota City Ward - Temples & Shrines Sleiman Azizi Ota City Ward is not only famous for its international airport but is home to a wide variety of temples and shrines. Some of ...
Culture Tama City - Parks & Gardens Sleiman Azizi A popular area to live in, Tama City is full of public parks, offering plenty of enjoyable scenery and things to do. These in...
