Culture Kintai Bridge The Kintai Bridge, built in 1673, is a historic wooden arch bridge in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi. Located at the foot of Mount Yokoya...
Culture Eikando Temple Eikando Temple (永観堂), formerly known as Zenrin-ji temple, was established in 853 and is the head temple for the Seizan bra...
Beauty & Spa Towns of the Kiso Valley Nakasendo Joe Peters See a few of the ancient towns along the Nakasendo. Enjoy visiting a few of the villages along the Nakasendo, trying the food...
Beyond Tokyo-Kyoto: Discover the Golden Route to West Japan Tom Roseveare What is the Golden Route to West Japan? The Golden Route to West Japan invites you to explore a lesser-known side of the coun...
Activities Your Guide to the Hells of Beppu Veronica Carnevale The Hells of Beppu, called Beppu Jigoku in Japanese, are seven hot springs located in Beppu, Oita Prefecture. Unlike typical ...
Accommodation Kamenoi Hotel Aso: A Grand Nature Resort in Aso Veronica Carnevale Located in northeastern Kumamoto Prefecture, Aso is a city characterized by its powerful nature—namely, Mount Aso, one of Jap...
Activities Fukuroda Falls The Fukuroda Falls are known as one of the" "Three Great Waterfalls" "of Japan, and it is not difficult to see why. The water...
Food Ultimate Fukuoka Food Guide: Hakata Ramen, Yatai Culture & Beyond Ryan Noble Explore yatai food stalls and discover the best Fukuoka food, from creamy Hakata ramen to warming local hot pots. Journey to ...
Izumo: Japan’s Hidden Heart of Tradition, Nature, and Spirituality Thomas Kruse As the plane makes its final approach to Izumo over Lake Shinji, sweeping views of misty, rolling mountains appear through th...
Food Discover a Side to Fukushima You’ve Never Seen Ryan Noble For a side of Fukushima you've never seen before, visit Iwaki. Taste local seafood dishes, explore Fukushima's aquarium, and ...
