KansaiSightseeing Nara Deer Park through the Seasons Nara Park is possibly one of Japan's most famous sceneries enjoyed by humans and deer alike.Brian KoldAugust 22, 2016
ActivitiesTohoku The legendary Cats of Tashirojima Cat lovers of the world prepare your cat-shaped suitcase because we are heading out to one of Japan’s legendary cat…Brian KoldJune 19, 2016
KansaiSightseeing The Dwarfing Experience of Todaiji For a dwarfing experience in the eyes of the physical embodiment of Japanese Buddhist history, Todaiji is a must-see for…Brian KoldJune 17, 2016
ChubuCultureSightseeing Ise Jingu shrine, the heart of Shinto Whether you are a world leader or an ordinary visitors, a visit to Mie Prefecture would not be complete without…Brian KoldMay 27, 2016
ActivitiesCultureKansaiSightseeing Enjoying a Zen Tea Ceremony in A Temple Perhaps Nara's most overlooked temple, yet a haven for tea ceremony fanatics is the Zen temple Jiko-in in Yamatokoriyama to…Brian KoldMay 25, 2016
ChubuSightseeing The six sublimities of Kanazawa Kenrokuen Garden As one of Japan’s three most beautiful landscape gardens, Kenrokuen (兼六園) in Kanazawa has quite a name to live up…Brian KoldApril 24, 2016
ActivitiesKantoSightseeing Owakudani in Hakone – the Valley of Hell!? Let's be honest, if you were to say "I walked across the Valley of Hell" that would leave quite an…Brian KoldApril 19, 2016
KantoShopping Hakone-Yumoto – Home of Onsen and Evangelion Hakone-Yumoto is home to two things in particular: some of best onsen near Tokyo and its exclusive Evangelion store.Brian KoldApril 18, 2016
FoodKanto Enoshima’s delicious bounty from the sea, Shirasudon When visiting Kamakura and its coastal neighbour Enoshima, there is one dish from the sea that is an absolute must-try:…Brian KoldApril 12, 2016
KansaiSightseeing Mount Shosha and Engyo-ji Temple – As a Spiritual Retreat, and Filming Location ‘The Last Samurai’ From seeing where "The Last Samurai" was shot to natural beauty, Engyoji Temple in Himeji has much to offer to…Brian KoldApril 11, 2016
ActivitiesChubuSightseeing Kanazawa Castle – A testimony to history and determination Kanazawa Castle is as much a testament to the city's history as it is to the determination of the city…Brian KoldApril 1, 2016
ActivitiesFoodKanto Enjoying a dip at Hakone Yuryo Hot Springs Hakone is an amazing destination for a 2-day-trip away from Tokyo and while you are there why not enjoy a…Brian KoldApril 1, 2016
AccommodationActivitiesChubuSightseeing Shirakawago Village – straight out of a Japanese folktale Ever wanted to walk through a picturesque village on the Japanese countryside seemingly coming out of Japanese folktale from long…Brian KoldMarch 29, 2016
KantoSightseeing Odawara Castle – a humble reminder of a great history Image 200,000 Japanese feudal soldiers and dozens of generals brought in from every corner of the nation laying siege upon…Brian KoldMarch 28, 2016
ActivitiesSightseeing Why is Himeji Castle such a legendary Japanese icon? 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
FoodTohoku Gyutan (beef tongue), Sendai’s local speciality By the end of the day there is nothing more satisfactory than a good dinner and apparently Sendai and Gyutan,…Brian KoldMarch 20, 2016
KantoSightseeing An iconic image of Tokyo with history at Zojoji Temple 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
KansaiSightseeing The pristine beauty of Kyoto’s Nanzenji Temple With its spacious grounds encompassing various subtemples, Nanzenji is one of Japan's most pristine sights to behold.Brian KoldMarch 19, 2016
ActivitiesCultureKantoSightseeing Meiji Shrine, A brief look into Japan’s most renown Shrine Meiji Jingu, or Meiji Shrine, offers an escape from the rushing life in the city making it my favorite place…Brian KoldMarch 18, 2016
KansaiSightseeing Kyoto’s Daigoji Temple, the Essence of Autumn The Daigoji temple complex in eastern Kyoto is one of the city's largest and oldest Buddhist complexes and you can…Brian KoldMarch 17, 2016
KansaiSightseeing Nara’s Hidden Gem, Omiwa Shrine As the oldest Shinto shrine in Japan, Ohmiwa Jinja nestled in the forests of Mount Miwa truly is a hidden…Brian KoldMarch 16, 2016
KantoSightseeing The 47 Ronin, Samurai at Sengakuji temple Ever heard about the 47 Ronin? If you are a true samurai-enthousiast you will have and Tokyo's Sengakuji will definitely…Brian KoldMarch 15, 2016