Culture Obi Town - the 'Kyoto of Kyushu' Iain Stanley Obi Town, in Nichinan city, Miyazaki, is often labeled as the ‘Kyoto of Kyushu’ – it is very popular with tourists and domest...
Culture Nihonmatsu Castle Ruins & Gardens Sarah Chaney Nihonmatsu Castle in Fukushima Prefecture is a beautiful garden incorporated into castle ruins, with trails leading past pond...
Culture Sakura at Matsuyama Castle Bronwyn O'Neill Matsuyama is becoming increasingly more popular with travellers who are looking for locations slightly removed from the tradi...
Culture Kyoto Railway Museum Opening Jaime Wong Learn all about trains and their history with this awesome new railway museum in Kyoto
23 Culture Gohyaku Rakan in Kawagoe Anne Lauenroth Gohyaku Rakan, Buddha's 540 stone disciples at Kitain Temple in Kawagoe.
Culture Struggles through Life and Death Justin Velgus Beloved writer, teacher, vegetarian, and social activist, Kenji Miyazawa lived a colorful life. His second grave recalls the ...
Culture Escaping the Bustle of Osaka Connor Lappin Exploring the surrounding area of Osaka in Ikeda City and getting off the beaten track
23 Culture Komainu Lion-like Statues Elena Lisina One can meet Komainu lion-like statues in many places in Japan, so they are one of the symbols of Shinto sacred places.
Culture Zentsuji Temple Anna Sheffer Experience the birthplace of one of Japan's most renowned Buddhist monks.
25 Culture Shinjuku Gyoen Tokyo on a Rainy Day Elena Lisina Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is a spacious and beautiful garden. It can be enjoyed on any day, even if it rains.