Planning Getting a Tattoo in Japan Serena Ogawa The history of tattooing in Japan is a long one--and so is the taboo associated with them. So why should you opt to get a tat...
Culture Mindfulness and the Way of Incense Scott Brause A workshop of the Shino School of kodo, the Way of Incense, offers a fine introduction to Japanese history, culture and spiri...
Shopping B-mobile for Visitors Malcome Larcens In this age of modern traveling being connected is as important as bringing your passport when traveling – b-mobile SIM for v...
Activities Nikko: A Winter Wonderland Todd Wojnowski Wintertime in Nikko: your gateway to fun, food, and incredible natural beauty. Head to nearby Yumoto Onsen or Lake Chuzenji f...
Japan’s New Golden Route: Samurai Edition Japan Travel Come explore this samurai-themed edition of an alternative Golden Route that departs from Tokyo before visiting Gifu, Ishikaw...
Activities A Closer Look at Tohoku Christophe Audisio Explore Aomori, Iwate, and Miyagi prefectures in the Tohoku region.
Planning Health Care Japanese Style Rey Waters Experiencing excellent Japan's health care system first hand. Dispelling the myths.
Food Tsuta Ramen: Michelin-starred Ramen in Tokyo Tom Roseveare Japanese Soba Noodles Tsuta is an award-winning ramen shop based in Tokyo's Yoyogi-Uehara district. It was awarded a coveted ...
Beauty & Spa Is Food Produced in Fukushima Safe? Sarah Chaney Food safety is a common concern in Fukushima Prefecture after the March 2011 nuclear disaster. Read about my experience touri...
Shopping AEON Mall Makuhari New City Chiba Jessica A Paje AEON Mall at Makuhari New City is Chiba City's first large scale shopping center comprised of four “lifestyle” malls: Active ...
