Culture 5 Iris Gardens in the Kanto Region Kim Often seen as a sign of faith and hope, iris flowers grow in abundance across many parts of Japan in late spring and early su...
Planning Free Wi-Fi at Japan’s Convenience Stores and Cafes Veronica Carnevale Internet is an indispensable asset while traveling. Japan offers free Wi-Fi at a number of easily accessible locations, inclu...
Culture Tama City - History & Landmarks Sleiman Azizi Tama City sits at the south-western edge of Tokyo. Its history and landmarks include the Birikubo no Shii tree, the Tama New ...
Culture Ome City - History & Landmarks Sleiman Azizi Once a post station in the Edo period, Ome City is home to much history and many landmarks. These include Baba-ke Oshi Juku, ...
Activities 5 of Niigata's Best Beaches Kim Niigata Prefecture often brings up visions of ski resorts, snow, and sake - but there's plenty more to the region than just t...
Transportation 5 of Shikoku's Unique Train Stations Kim Shikoku is revered for having some incredible nature, and is often visited for the 88 temple pilgrimage route. If you're emba...
Transportation 5 of Chugoku's Unique Train Stations Kim Chugoku is the westernmost region of Honshu, and if you're traveling through the area by train there are some interesting sta...
Culture Mizuho Town - History & Landmarks Sleiman Azizi Mizuho Town is known for its natural space. Its landmarks include Choren Bashi Bridge, the Jomon ruins of Iseki Hiroba, the S...
Food The Donburi Guide Serena Ogawa All across the country there are staple donburi dishes and regional specialties. Its beauty is in its simplicity, a bowl of r...
Activities 4 Spots for Spring Flowers in Akita Kim Famous for sake, snow, and hot springs, Akita Prefecture initially evokes ideas of a winter wonderland. It certainly delivers...