Culture Matsudo City Guide Elizabeth S Matsudo City, just on the other side of the Edo River from Tokyo, is easy to access on the Joban local and express lines. Mat...
9 Culture Kamakura Camera - Zuisenji Temple Peter Oxley Hidden away in the northeastern reaches of the city, Zuisenji boasts the only remaining garden from the Kamakura Period. Desi...
Culture Giant Buddha Statue in Fukushima Sarah Chaney Climb a 57-meter statue in Fukushima Prefecture, or relax in the garden with different flowers blooming throughout the year.
10 Culture Kamakura Camera - Snow at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine Peter Oxley A new blog created by Peter Oxley, photographer, writer, tour guide, and bon vivant. This introductory article highlights a r...
7 Culture Kamakura Camera - Engakuji Temple Peter Oxley One of Kamakura's most loved Zen Buddhist temples, Engakuji has a lot to offer in terms of history and nature.
Activities 10 Autumn Leaf Spots Across Shikoku Kim Bergström The Shikoku region of Japan is known for its abundant nature, and there are some fantastic places to enjoy seasonal autumn co...
Activities Grave Hunting in Kitayama, Sendai Justin Velgus The five temples of Kitayama, Sendai have large cemeteries to explore. Keep a lookout for ancient samurai resting places, Bud...
Activities 10 Autumn Color Destinations in Tokyo Kim Bergström Pleasant temperatures, tasty eats, and a bounty of color in the form of changing leaves make autumn a great season for explor...
Activities 10 Things to Do Around Tokyo Bay Kim Bergström Most cities across the world have developed around bodies of water, and Tokyo is no exception to that rule. Tokyo Bay covers ...
12 Culture Kamakura Camera - Goryo Jinja Peter Oxley Nestled in the wooded hills of western Kamakura, Goryo Shrine is dedicated to the memory of a brave and valiant 11th century ...
