Culture Gekkeikan Sake Brewery Festival 2027 Kim Bergström The Fushimi area of Kyoto is blessed with high-quality groundwater and rich natural surroundings, making it a great place for...
Culture Maebashi Hatsuichi Festival 2027 Kim Bergström Held every year on January 9th, the Maebashi Hatsuichi Festival is a fun way to set your intentions for the coming year. The ...
6 Fukushimaya Tasting Market Olga Fukushimaya Tasting Market is a supermarket in the heart of Tokyo where you can find lots of delicious organic food. The food...
Shopping LaLaport Toyosu Naomi Isaka LaLaPort Toyosu, a shopping complex overlooking Tokyo Bay, has a variety of shops, eateries, and attractions that will entert...
Culture Hoko-ji Peter Sidell Out in the countryside near Hamamatsu in central Japan's Shizuoka prefecture, Hoko-ji is a beautiful Buddhist temple. Its hal...
Culture Awaji Bunraku Puppet Theatre Bonson Lam Bunraku’s contribution throughout time, and to modern entertainment, has been recognized by UNESCO, granting it Intangible Cu...
Food Aux Crieurs de Vin Peter Sidell In Toyohashi in Japan's Aichi prefecture, Aux Crieurs de Vin is a stylish French restaurant serving delicious, affordable lun...
Culture Fuelfest Japan 2026 Kim Bergström Auto aficionados are in for a treat this summer as Fuelfest Japan returns to Fuji Speedway in August, coinciding with the Mou...
Food A Pizza House in Nipponbashi Bonson Lam On my longevity pilgrimage around Japan, I am reminded that it is not just about hiking in rainforests, or searching for thos...
Activities The Best Places for Exploring Awaji Meghan Bridges Within Hyogo Prefecture lies the quaint island of Awaji, a peaceful and beautiful area boasting nature, relaxation and rich c...
