Culture Hirano Shrine Okasai 2026 Alena Eckelmann Hirano Shrine in the north of Kyoto hosts a hanami festival each year. The hanami scenery is fantastic and the party atmosphe...
Culture Kumano Hongu Shrine Spring Festival 2026 Alena Eckelmann The spring festival at the Hongu Taisha from April 13th to 15th each year gets absolutely everyone in Hongu Town to participa...
Activities Hamura Zoo Kim Bergström Hamura Zoo is situated in the outer suburbs of Tokyo, and it's a great option for a smaller zoo for younger children to enjoy.
Culture Koto City Ward - Landmarks & History Sleiman Azizi Koto City Ward is home to an amazing array of landmarks and historical spots. These include Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo Gate Bridg...
Activities A Visit to the Kushigaki Village of Katsuragi Alena Eckelmann Kushigaki means persimmon (kaki) on a skewer. It is a specialty that is produced in the Arida area of Wakayama Prefecture. Ar...
Culture Kitsumoto Jinja - The "Mandarin" Shrine Alena Eckelmann The Shinto God of Mandarins is worshipped at Kitsumoto Shrine located in Kainan City. This is near the mikan orchards of Arid...
Shopping Infinity Books: Tokyo Used Bookshop Todd Wojnowski Infinity Books and Event Space is a used bookstore in Asakusa, Tokyo buying and selling English books across genres including...
Food Onohizume Restaurant in Tono City Alena Eckelmann Onohizume Restaurant in Tono City is a Japanese farm-to-table restaurant with Italian influence. The owner/chef, Mr. Sugata, ...
Culture Itabashi City Ward - Landmarks & History Sleiman Azizi Itabashi City Ward is known for its laid back and relaxed suburban atmosphere. The city is also home to many landmarks and hi...
Culture The Secrets of Nihonmatsu Davide Capretta Nihonmatsu is a great destination for both nature lovers and people who are interested in the spiritual and historical part o...
