Sakura City: A Perfect Day Trip Hiding in Plain Sight
Patrick Kelly visits the beautiful and often overlooked Sakura City in Chiba Prefecture which is known for its museums and parks.
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My Japan: Writing, Wandering, and Everything In Between
Voyapon writer, Patrick Kelly, details a week in his life in the latest installment of our series My Japan.
From Osaka to Everywhere: How Mister Donut Won Over Japan
Minoh carries an unexpected claim to fame: it’s the birthplace of Japan’s donut obsession. In 1971, the very first Mister Donut opened its doors here and, remarkably, has continued to serve customers ever since.
Shibamata: Exploring Tokyo’s Time Capsule
Discover the charming Showa-era town of Shibamata located in the northeast of Tokyo.
Little America in Tokyo: A Day in Fussa
Up and down National Route 16 (aka Fussa Base Side Street), you’ll find everything from antiques and vintage clothing to New York-style bagels and classic American diners—some of which are actually housed in historical buildings dating back to the 1950s and 1960s.
