7 Activities Mount Nabewari and Nabewari Sanso Cole Lubchenko A guide to hiking Mount Nabewari and enjoying a bowl of udon from the long standing mountain lodge, Nabewari Sanso.
Activities Tsushima Island Viola van Onselen This article is showcasing the unique eco-tourism opportunities on Tsushima Island. It talks about the rural revitalization p...
Activities Running Tokyo Anna van Dyk When packing for Tokyo, do not forget to bring your runners! The best way to see this city is during a scenic run.
Activities Settsukyo Park Sakura Festival 2027 Kim Bergström Renowned as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in the region, Settsukyo Park boasts approximately 3000 cherry trees...
Culture Iris and Water Lily Festival 2026 Kim Bergström The annual Iris and Water Lily Festival is held at the Odawara Flower Garden from early June to early July, and it includes a...
10 A Visit to Okashi no Shiro Selena Hoy Okashi no Shiro, which means Sweets Castle, is a sweets factory in the Nasu Kogen area of Tochigi Prefecture.
Activities Tips for Sakura Viewing in Japan Kim Bergström Sakura season is one of the most popular times of year to visit Japan, and for good reason—the beauty is incredible, and it's...
Culture Toyohashi Minato City Marathon 2026 Kim Bergström Looking for an approachable end-of-year race to cap off your running goals? The Toyohashi Minato City Marathon offers just th...
Another Side to Izu Lisa Wallin The Izu Peninsula is famous for hot springs and beach resorts, but there's so much more to the area once you look beyond the ...
12 Activities Exploring Mount Hiei & Enryaku-ji Lee Tan Hiking and exploring Mount Hiei and Enryaku-ji