15 Things to Do in Aomori

This prefecture has a great deal to offer. There is something for everyone: spectacular festivals, delicious food, unique temples, fascinating museums, skiing, onsen, and many more.

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Alison Taylor

June 6, 2017

A Guide to Tsugaru Peninsula, Aomori

West of the road were a series of lakes, ponds, marshes and wetlands between you and the sea. To the east was the Iwaki River, farm villages and the southern end of the Tsugaru Mountains, the northernmost mountains of the Ou chain.

Attractions Nature Tohoku

Dkun

May 27, 2017

15 Things to Do in Osaka

Here are the top 15 things to do in the wonderful city of Osaka! From landmarks to great food to castles, this city will definitely entertain you and deserves a spot on your list of places to visit!

Culture Shopping Events Attractions Food & Drink Kansai

Jackson Lee

May 19, 2017

Tokyo Disney Resort After Dark

First of all, Disney after the sunset gives off a completely different vibe. The normally clear paths in the park become hidden, and all you can see are the beautiful lit buildings and rides up in the sky and around you.

Culture Attractions Kanto

Jackson Lee

May 18, 2017

The Tale of the Goddess of Morinokawa Springs, Okinawa

Here, the legend claims, a goddess, in some versions she is called an angel, came down from the heavens to bathe. She took off her celestial robe, (hagoromo) and...

Attractions Okinawa

Annabell

May 16, 2017

5 Tokyo Train Stations You'll Never Want to Leave

Train stations are literally at the heart of every major city and town in Japan (with the exception of Okinawa)...the bigger and more elaborate the train station, the greater and more vital that area is.

Attractions Kanto

Peter Leonard

May 11, 2017

For the Love of Anime: Top 4 Anime Inspired Locations

A significant number of famous anime popular across the world today, draw their primary sources of inspiration from modern day, contemporary locations right here in Japan.

Attractions Culture All Japan

Liam Carrigan

April 19, 2017

A Bird's Eye View of Niigata from Toki Messe

Toki Messe building is located centrally in the heart of Niigata City but is a wonderful convenience to be located in the estuary of Shinano River.

Shopping Attractions Chubu

Babina Kharel

April 15, 2017

15 Things to Do in Kobe

If you are looking for a city with a pleasant ambiance, delicious food, completed by a combination of mountain and sea experiences, then Kobe is the city you have to be in.

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Anissa Ratna Putri

April 13, 2017

A Day in Waseda

Waseda, home to Waseda University in Shinjuku-ku and only about 15 minutes from Shinjuku station, is one of my favourite areas in Tokyo. Here's my suggested day's itinerary, allowing you to enjoy Waseda's beautiful parks, bizarre architecture, peaceful temple and my hands-down favourite cafe in Tokyo.

Food & Drink Attractions Culture Kanto

Francesca Le Lohe

April 12, 2017

Seki-Juku: An Ancient Outpost in Modern Japan

If you actually want to stay in Seki-Juku for a day or two then you have the chance to really experience historic hospitality as only the Japanese can provide.

Attractions Culture Kansai

Liam Carrigan

April 10, 2017

Bengara: The Beauty of Japanese Arts and Crafts at Best

One of the most pleasant surprises to emerge from my countryside break was to be introduced to some of Japan’s most beautiful, creative and inspiring works of traditional, hand-made art.

Attractions Culture Chugoku

Liam Carrigan

April 8, 2017

The "Onsening" Experience or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Hot Spring

As a foreigner in Japan, one thing you will constantly be asked by Japanese people is if you’ve ever been to an onsen.

Attractions All Japan

Dan Collins

April 7, 2017

15 Things to Do in Okinawa

I had the privilege to live in Okinawa for some time and I hope to share my love for this beautiful island through this list!

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Wendy Ng

April 1, 2017

5 Ideas About Tokyo That are Totally Wrong!

Tokyo’s relative distance, the language barrier and the heady mix of modern and traditional sets Japan’s capital up as an enigma to tourists. Some misconceptions are understandable, others are downright bizzare.

Attractions Kanto

Peter Leonard

March 30, 2017

3 Cherry Blossom Hotspots in Saitama

The Prefecture just north of Tokyo is not only less crowded, but has more green spots that boast a great array of cherry blossom hotspots just waiting to be gazed at.

Attractions Nature Kanto

Peter Leonard

March 28, 2017

A Great Day in Takayama

It is off the beaten path, offers uniquely local food, and can serve as a great refresher as life there is opposite to the hustle and bustle of Nagoya.

Attractions Chubu

Mark Morinishi

March 25, 2017