KyushuSightseeing Dolphin Port, a free and spectacular show in Kagoshima Visitors to Dolphin Port in Kagoshima can catch a spectacular dolphin show for free outside the Kagoshima Aquarium, if their…Hazel TaylorMay 8, 2016
KyushuSightseeing Sakurajima’s All Night Concert – Portrait of a Scream! A monument to Sakurajima's greatest rock concert, the Portrait of a Scream is a statue dedicated to that fateful night.Hazel TaylorMay 8, 2016
ShikokuSightseeing Harimayabashi, a quaint backdrop to Kochi’s bittersweet folktale Harimayabashi marks the site of a tragic tale of star-crossed love set on a tiny bridge that made the Yosakoi…AmyMay 7, 2016
activitiesCultureKyushu Sakurajima Visitor Center: More Than You Might Expect! Explore the rich history of Sakurajima and its volcano at the Sakurajima visitor center, in Kagoshima prefecture.Hazel TaylorMay 7, 2016
activitiesChubu Nagashima Resort, Fun For The Whole Family! Nagoshima Resort offers thrilling amusement park activities and a relaxing onsen and spa experience fun for friends and family.Ratih PermanaMay 6, 2016
CultureKansaiSightseeing Sake museum hopping in Nishinomiya-go This sake museum, with many parts of the original brewery still preserved, is just one of many others in Nishinomiya-go.RandMay 6, 2016
CultureKantoSightseeing What sets Engaku-ji temple apart from other Kamakura temples? Engaku-ji temple is a spiritual delight located in Kamakura where you can toll the bell or have a Japanese sweet…Geoffrey SmithMay 6, 2016
activitiesKyushuSightseeing Kagoshima – Slightly Steamy Sakurajima Beach The volcanic ash covered beach of Sakurajima is unsurprisingly the only beach on Sakurajima, Kagoshima prefecture.Hazel TaylorMay 6, 2016
activitiesChubuSightseeing Fujinomiya day trip, for those who want to see it all Fujinomiya has many beautiful sights to see, so if you only have one day to see them, follow this itinerary…Vicky TaylorMay 6, 2016
activitiesCultureKyushu Kamikaze museum – Insight into Chiran’s history Discover the rich history of the Kamikaze aviator pilots at Chiran's Peace Museum.Dagmara KoreckaMay 6, 2016
FoodKyushu Delicious soba noodles in the Ancient Watermill House of Sobachaya Fukiagean Delicious soba at Sobachaya Fukiagean restaurant, an ancient watermill house in Kagoshima.Dagmara KoreckaMay 5, 2016
KyushuSightseeing Get close to the volcano at Sakurajima Yunohira Observatory At the Sakurajima Yunohira Observatory you'll find one of the best views for the volcano and a place where you…Hazel TaylorMay 5, 2016
activitiesKantoSightseeing A Stroll Along the Tama River A winding and idyllic river bursting with life bordering Tokyo and Yokohama.Maia HallMay 5, 2016
CultureEvents What is Kodomo no Hi? Children’s Day in Japan Kodomo no Hi (こどもの日), or Children’s Day, is celebrated annually on May 5 in Japan, where streaming koinoboris symbolize courage…VoyaponMay 5, 2016
ShikokuSightseeing Road 436 – An eastern island walk on Shodoshima Shodoshima island is the second largest island in the Seto Inland, explore the island by foot or by bus.Ethan CookmanMay 5, 2016
activitiesKansai Daisen Park, where playgrounds and tombs collide Daisen Park offers many activities with its many playgrounds and pond. It's also close to museums, a library and the…RandMay 5, 2016
KyushuSightseeing Experience Fukuoka’s rich history and tradition in Dazaifu One of Fukuoka’s most popular destinations, Dazaifu, is a beautiful city with a deep history and the perfect place to…Lauren LewisMay 4, 2016
activitiesKyushuSightseeing The Great Lava Road of Sakurajima The lava roads of Arimura Lava Observatory allows one to view the amazing devastation of a volcanic natural disaster at…Hazel TaylorMay 4, 2016
ChugokuFood Cafe Marugo – Okayama Grab a coffee and listen to some great music at a Marugo cafe while exploring Okayama.Ethan CookmanMay 4, 2016
activitiesCultureKansai Unexpected history lessons at Sakai City Museum! Sakai City Museum is great for those keen on Japanese history and Nintoku Kofun, the world's largest tomb and a…RandMay 4, 2016
activitiesCultureEventsKyushu Catch all the fish at Kawakudari festival! On my second day of exploring the exotic seaside city of Kagoshima, I was invited to a local summer festival…Dagmara KoreckaMay 3, 2016
activitiesKyushuSightseeing Cycling Tour in Minamisatsuma – Looking For The Forgotten Gods in Minamikata Shrine In search of the forgotten gods in the rural areas of Minamisatsuma and Minamikata Shrine.Dagmara KoreckaMay 3, 2016
Chubushopping Fujinomiya’s three most interesting shops Fujinomiya is not known for its shopping, but hikers and visitors can find some hidden gems with only a little…Vicky TaylorMay 3, 2016
FoodShikokushopping Kochi Sunday market, going strong for 300 years Misty clouds can't dampen the Kochi spirit at this weekly Sunday market, 300 years old and still going strong with…AmyMay 3, 2016
CultureKansaiSightseeing Shigi mountain – A spiritual sidetrip from Osaka! Mount Shigi is a mountain located in Ikoma District, Nara, Japan. Let's explore the many Buddhist temples and shrines of…RandMay 3, 2016
activitiesChugoku An abandoned ocher factory in Okayama Take a dramatic detour from the tourist trail at this rust-ridden Ocher factory in Okayama.Ethan CookmanMay 3, 2016
FoodKyushu What does a marshmallow “egg” have to do with White Day? Made from marshmallow and sweet beans, Tsurunoko is one of Hakata’s oldest specialities that has been well-loved for over 100…Lauren LewisMay 3, 2016
CultureKyushuSightseeing How Creepy is This Shrine in Yakushima? Within Kagoshima there exists a very interesting shrine, one that you might even call creepy.Hazel TaylorMay 3, 2016