12 Culture Surreal Fukiware Falls in Numata Cathy Cawood The gorge at Fukiware Falls has been carved into surreal shapes by the river, resulting in some magnificent scenery.
Food Moja Cafe Michael Ying Visit Moja Cafe in Shibuya, a wonderful Americana diner with food and good music. Try their Chicken and Waffles!
Culture Asakusabashi Chestnut Festival 2026 Kylie Plester Visit Asakusabashi's annual Red and White Chestnut Festival and enjoy a local community event with dancers, food and market s...
Activities Cat Café Monta Jeradyne Cheong Not your typical cat café! Monta is a beautiful café in Asakusa that houses 8 beautiful cats inside so go on in and get in to...
Food Source Cafe & Salon Lee Tan Step away from Kyoto's madding crowds into Source, a chic cafe located in the quieter Okazaki area.
17 Culture Ueno Toshogu Garden Jeanne Aucerf Hidden in the middle of Tokyo's Ueno Park, this magnificent peony garden is well worth discovering for nature addicts and bea...
Transportation Guide to the JR East Pass Japan Travel The JR East Pass is a flexible 5-day pass available to travellers looking to explore eastern Japan – from Nagano up to Tohoku.
Accommodation Koshinzuka Anne Lauenroth Koshinzuka is a charming minshuku - or traditional Japanese inn - near Tsumago on the Nakasendo in the Kiso Valley.
Culture St Mary's Cathedral in Tokyo Corinna David St. Mary's Cathedral's architecture will impress you with its simple, modern and minimalist structure.
