Culture Wintertime Magic in Otaru, Hokkaido Veronica Carnevale Otaru is a small port city where atmospheric charm and breathtaking sceneries meet artisanal traditions and local gastronomy.
9 Samurai Residence at Night Yoshifumi Hara A three-day cherry blossom viewing event is held at the Harada House. There is a beautiful 250-years-old cherry tree in the g...
6 Naruto Uzushio Cruising Naoko Takeuchi Naruto Uzushio Cruising: Watch the famous Naruto whirlpools from a ship.
11 Activities Ouchi-juku under Snow Tom Roseveare Ouchi-juku is an Edo-Period post station located in Shimogo Town, Aizu County, Fukushima Prefecture.
Culture NAKED Garden of Light Heian Shrine 2025-2026 Kim Bergström This winter, Heian Shrine in Kyoto will host the NAKED Garden of Light Heian Shrine event, where visitors will experience a u...
Beauty & Spa Kozushima: Haven of the Gods Brittany Rock Kozushima is an outdoor lovers paradise, budget friendly, and a perfect weekend getaway from the bustling busy streets of Tokyo.
Activities The Great ‘Waterfall’ Cherry Trees Reynald Ventura This is an account of a day trip to Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima. It is famous for this incredible 1000-year-old cherry tree.
Culture Nakameguro Gonzague Gay-Bouchery Nakameguro, with its picturesque river, is a unique place that everyone has to come and visit at some point.
17 Culture Sensoji Temple: Photo Diary Gloria Ticconi Rituals of Fountain and incense cleasing, and omikuji fortune, in Sensoji Temple
