Activities Fuji-Q’s New Motorcycle Rollercoaster: Zokkon! Farah Bassyouni About two hours from Tokyo, deep into southeastern Yamanashi and next to the base of Mt. Fuji, is the famous Fuji-Q Highland ...
14 Culture Spring Festival at Erinji Cathy Cawood Spring festival held at Erinji Temple in Enzan every year on April 12th. Erinji Temple is famous for its cherry blossom.
Culture The Eight Tea Regions of Shizuoka Samuel Richards Shizuoka Prefecture might be famous for its stunning views of Mount Fuji and Suruga Bay, but did you know that it is Japan's ...
Food Belgian Beer at Antwerp Port Japan Travel Antwerp Port recreates that retro-modern feel of a Belgian 'grand café' beer pub in the heart of Tokyo – complete with iconic...
Activities Mount Asama Magma Stone Park Dorothee Tsunoda Futuristic, massive and lunar in landscape. These were my first impressions of Mount Asama, one of Japan’s most active volcan...
7 Culture Kumano Kodo in Mie Lily The Magose-toge Pass is part of the Kumano Kodo in Owase City, Mie Prefecture and consists of 6 roads. As a part of the Sacre...
Food Falafel Brothers Michael B Falafel Brothers is a Mediterranean restaurant that specializes in vegan cuisine but appeals to all. It offers delicious fal...
Transportation Guide to Japan Train Passes Mandy Bartok A general guide to rail passes that can be used in Japan's major cities.
11 Culture Erinji Temple in Autumn Cathy Cawood Stopping to take autumn photos at Erinji Temple in Yamanashi.
10 Activities Long sandy beach at Naruto Cathy Cawood Long, sandy and deserted beach on Oge Island in Naruto.