Japan's architecture, with its quirky mix of traditional and modern buildings, truly reflects how Japan remains a leader of design…
Jose I. EspindolaMarch 25, 2016
Aokigahara near Mt Fuji has a deserved reputation as Japan's "suicide forest", but it also offers great scenery and a…
Andrew CharalambousMarch 24, 2016
Get a subway or train ticket and make your way around Japan's transport system with ease and efficiency.
Traveling TeeMarch 24, 2016
Ramen is prepared in rich broth, nabe sizzles with savory condiments, and beer froths over glasses. Come try the food…
TurnerMarch 24, 2016
Though once gone in a flash of fire, Hiroshima has a future bright as its Obon lights and uplifting as…
TurnerMarch 23, 2016
Finding and using an ATM is essential in Japan as the country remains a cash based society, so where can…
Traveling TeeMarch 23, 2016
Kamakura-gu shrine may look modest compared to other Shinto shrines, but it is rich with history and tied to turning…
Freddie FootMarch 23, 2016
A guide to Zundouya Ramen, A highly recommended and reasonably priced Ramen restaurant in Osaka!
Alix SmithMarch 22, 2016
The Tsurugaoka Hachimangu shrine complex in Kamakura offers visitors a fascinating look into the history of Japan's Shogunate and samurai…
Freddie FootMarch 22, 2016
An ancient dig site, Zeniarai Benten shrine at Kamakura has eccentric otherworldly visuals and the more practical capacity to double…
Ethan CookmanMarch 22, 2016
Volcanoes are so commonplace in Japan tourists tend to forget the dangers posed by infrequent eruptions and earthquakes. However, Mount…
TurnerMarch 21, 2016
Morioka's temple district is a hidden gem that offers rich stories and surprising history in addition to a pleasant respite…
Ryann OverbayMarch 21, 2016
From rich history to architectural beauty Himeji Castle does its reputation as Japan's best preserved and perhaps most beautiful castle's…
Brian KoldMarch 21, 2016
Step back in time and unwind as you make your way through the timeless Jochi-ji Temple along Kamakura's Daibutsu Hiking…
Ethan CookmanMarch 21, 2016
The “city within a city” Canal city in Fukuoka is a complex including a hotel and shopping mall bisected by…
Ethan CookmanMarch 20, 2016
A complete guide to University life in Japan, perfect for those planning an exchange year abroad or even fully enrolling…
Scarlett GreyMarch 20, 2016
By the end of the day there is nothing more satisfactory than a good dinner and apparently Sendai and Gyutan,…
Brian KoldMarch 20, 2016
Murahachi is a great restaurant to dine at, with plenty to offer in terms of western and Japanese food, and…
Lauren LewisMarch 20, 2016
One of Fukuoka’s most famous foods, mentaiko is marinated cod roe. The variety known as karashi mentaiko – or spicy…
Lauren LewisMarch 20, 2016
When it comes to images of Tokyo Tower the streetview from the Jodo-shu Buddhist temple Zojoji is one of the…
Brian KoldMarch 19, 2016
If in Japan your head is reeling, hit the streets wheeling with a share cycle bicycle rental.
Ethan CookmanMarch 19, 2016
With its spacious grounds encompassing various subtemples, Nanzenji is one of Japan's most pristine sights to behold.
Brian KoldMarch 19, 2016
Yokan is a traditional Japanese sweet made from red bean paste, with a smooth texture and shaped into cubes.
Lauren LewisMarch 19, 2016
Hiking in Hyogo a short way from Himeji is the spectacular nature of Takeda castle, Japan's Macchu Picchu.
Ethan CookmanMarch 19, 2016
Sazanka no Yu is one of Saga’s lesser known hot springs. Set in a beautiful and quiet location, it is…
Lauren LewisMarch 19, 2016
Kushida Shrine in Fukuoka is a perfect example of Shinto-Japanese religious buildings, a good way to explore Japanese history, heritage…
Robert-Gilles MartineauMarch 19, 2016
Hiking from Kifune to Kurama allows one to explore nature, Buddhist temples, and even a a nice relaxing bath in…
Luka JacksonMarch 18, 2016
