Accommodation Hotel Monterey Kyoto Bonson Lam Indulge yourself with this elegant British-inspired boutique hotel in the center of Kyoto. Who would've thought that Arts and...
Culture Yakushiji Temple in Nara Tony Mariani Yakushiji Temple in Nara is a temple dedicated to healing built by Empress Jito.
Culture Yuiichi Festival 2019 Tom Roseveare Bringing together the local people and crafts to celebrate Yūki's history and culture.
Culture LA FOOD & CULTURE FEST 2026 Kim Bergström The new LA FOOD & CULTURE FEST will take over Sennan Long Park in Osaka's Sennan City in early May, offering visitors a seasi...
Culture Nene and Kodaiji Temple, Kyoto Takako Sakamoto After Hideyoshi's death, Nene had Kodaiji Temple built in Kyoto, retiring there as a nun. Not many people know Tokugawa Ieyas...
Culture Kamikochi and the Japan Alps Tomoko Kamishima Mountaineering as a leisure activity in Japan started after Westerners came here. Walter Weston left full records about his e...
Transportation What’s the Best Way to Get From Kyoto to Tokyo? Bonson Lam The slow train to Kyoto may be the path least taken, but it is brimming with surprises.
Accommodation Toyoko Inn Kyoto Gojo-Karasuma Bonson Lam This central, clean simple budget hotel has everything you need to base your stay including internet breakfast paid laundry
Accommodation The Westin Osaka Takako Sakamoto A five-star American hotel with heavenly beds, spacious rooms, and great view of Osaka
Shopping Top Kawaii Japanese Souvenirs Jessica A Paje Top "Kawaii" Japanese souvenirs to keep or send back home. Loveable, cute, charming, pretty, and darling. There's so much kaw...
