Culture Daitoku-ji Temple Complex in Kyoto Katherine Moore This large temple complex in North West Kyoto, with its many sub-temples and is a great place to become introduced to the obs...
7 Activities Cherry Blossoms around Mount Fuji Nicole Bauer Lake Kawaguchi offers spectacular views of M Fuji, and the cherry trees on the north shore make it to one of the area's prime...
Activities Tobu Zoo in Saitama Jessica A Paje Hybrid amusement park for animal lovers and thrill seekers. No lines; no waiting.
Activities Battle At Osaka Castle Armand Vaquer The first sequel to "Godzilla" (1954) features a monster battle at Osaka Castle.
Food Chuuka Soba Kajibashi Katherine Moore This tourist friendly ramen place right next to Kajibashi does a range of quick, tasty meals featuring Hida's signature ingre...
10 Activities Kitayamazaki Cliffs - Rikuchu Coast Katherine Moore Make the trip to the towering cliffs and sculpted pillars of Kitayamazaki's rugged coastline and you won't be disapointed. Wi...
Shopping The Travels of Isabella Bird: I Amber Mezbourian Isabella Bird arrived in Japan in 1878 and planned an ambitious journey from Tokyo to Hokkaido - the first western woman to t...
Food Hareus Restaurant Bonson Lam Hareus serves contemporary comfort food from the heart of Europe, reinterpreted for a Sapporo palette.
Activities Hirosaki Botanical Gardens Eric Thompson A quick visit to the fun and cute Hirosaki City Botanical gardens in Hirosaki Park.
12 Culture Iwasaku Jinja Shrine, Nikko Larry Knipfing Iwasaku Jinja Shrine, Nikko: A gem tucked in among a residential neighborhood, features beautiful green moss and impressive o...
