Culture Miyakejima: An Island Adventure From Land to Sea Veronica Carnevale Miyakejima is located approximately 180 kilometers south of mainland Tokyo and is a part of the Izu Islands. With Mt. Oyama—a...
Culture Fujisawa Ukiyo-e Museum Rey Waters A history lesson about the Fujisawa area featuring Ukiyo-e paintings from various artists.
Culture The Influence of Chinese Culture Elena Lisina In modern Japan there are many cultural aspects influenced by Chinese culture and it’s interesting to learn. Big Chinatowns a...
Culture Kame Or Turtle Elena Lisina Turtles or ‘kame’ live in fresh water and can be often found in Japanese gardens. Kame has a special meaning and place in Jap...
Culture Katori Jingu Elizabeth S Katori Jingu, one of Japan’s three original grand shrines, is a pilgrimage site for martial arts enthusiasts. The 2000-year-o...
Activities In Video: Exploring Kamakura Corinna David Have a different experience outside Tokyo for a day at Kamakura by having a food tour and paying a visit to the Great Buddha.
Culture Exploring Omori Jasper Wilkins Omori is filled with history and parkland, including the beautiful Heiwa-no-mori koen. Other places of interest include the S...
19 Activities Summer Japan Elena Lisina Summer in Japan may be hot & humid but it is also the best time to visit for its amazing festivals, fireworks and of course, ...
Culture Takaharu: Where Legends, Culture, and Nature Coexist Veronica Carnevale Located in southwestern Miyazaki Prefecture, Takaharu is a charming town home to captivating nature, rich cultural heritage, ...
Food Misokatsu Yabaton Amanda Ho One of Nagoya’s food specialities is miso katsu (pork cutlet with thick miso sauce). There are many shops in Nagoya, and one ...
