Accommodation Higashiyama Hot Spring Town Sarah Chaney Visit the hidden gem of Fukushima, located a short distance out of the main samurai city of Aizuwakamatsu. Accessible by shut...
Culture Local Character Festival in Susaki 2026 Kim Bergström The Local Character Festival in Susaki is a fun celebration of Japan's mascot culture, known as yuru-chara. The event is set ...
Area Amakusa Ignatius Koh Amakusa is a set of islands made up of two larger ones called Kamishima and Shimoshima and numerous smaller ones. It is fille...
6 Culture Ensei-ji Temple, Yamaguchi Lily Ensei-ji Temple, in Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi, is a rare extant example of a Buddhist temple and Shinto still coexisting at a...
Food Regional Cuisine - Chiba Sleiman Azizi Chiba Prefecture's cuisine takes advantage of a seafood-laden coastline, agricultural excellence and traditional innovation. ...
Culture Iwate’s Greatest Charm is … Serena Ogawa A visit to this northern prefecture will lead you to new experiences.
Activities Starry Nights in Japan: Achi Village Geoff Day Achi Village was once recognized as the best place to see shining stars in in the Japan night skies by the Ministry of the En...
Transportation Getting Around the San’in Region Niaya Harper Plane, train or car; how to access the hidden gems of San'in. Here's a few great things to do around Izumo Airport.
Culture Aniera Festa 2026 Kim Bergström Aniera Festa, Nagano Prefecture’s largest outdoor anime song festival, has become a must-visit event for fans of anisong and ...
Activities 5 Hydrangea Destinations Across Tohoku Kim Bergström Hydrangeas are a highlight of rainy season, and the Tohoku region is home to some fantastic destinations to appreciate their ...
