Sokushinbutsu (即身仏) refers to the practice of self-mummification followed by a mountainous dwelling sect of Buddhist monks called Shugen-do. The…
Ryann OverbayFebruary 27, 2025
Sponsored by Keisei Railways Looking for the best views in Tokyo? Get the Keisei's train passes that you will get at…
Ryann OverbayMarch 7, 2018
Sponsored by Keisei Railways Tateishi: Artisan and Merchant Quarters During the Edo Period There are quite a few notable areas in…
Ryann OverbayMarch 6, 2018
Located in the east part of Tokyo, Shibamata town retains a unique historic atmosphere and is a popular destination for…
Ryann OverbayMarch 5, 2018
Sponsored by SEIBU HOLDINGS INC. I recently had the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing weekend at a couple of different…
Ryann OverbayDecember 3, 2017
Sponsored by SEIBU HOLDINGS INC. The Prince Resort in Karuizawa is packed full of opportunities to stretch your legs and breath…
Ryann OverbayDecember 1, 2017
The Karuizawa Prince Grounds are a sprawling network of paved roads interspersed with cabins, bath houses, ski lifts, tennis courts,…
Ryann OverbayNovember 29, 2017
Sponsored by SEIBU HOLDINGS INC. Whether you are taking a retreat during the summer, or winter, trying to escape the heat,…
Ryann OverbayNovember 27, 2017
Sponsored by SEIBU HOLDINGS INC. Tokyo can get overwhelming, especially for those living in the city. The city and outer…
Ryann OverbayNovember 24, 2017
Sponsored by SEIBU HOLDINGS INC. Planning to visit Japan on business? Swinging through Tokyo on your way to somewhere new? Whatever…
Ryann OverbayNovember 20, 2017
What is Bonsai You Ask? Bon-sai(盆栽) literally translates to "tray planting," which is exactly what the art of bonsai is. Bonsai…
Ryann OverbayJuly 29, 2017
As we drove along the coast to Jodogahama Beach, Iwate Prefecture, I could catch glimpses of the ocean between the sparse patches of…
Ryann OverbayJune 23, 2017
Sponsored by The Tourism Association of Central Region in Fukushima Prefecture The Temple Originally founded in 807, this temple was…
Ryann OverbayMarch 24, 2017
Sponsored by The Tourism Association of Central Region in Fukushima Prefecture The Ryokan Bobata Onsen Yahata-ya Ryokan is located in…
Ryann OverbayMarch 23, 2017
Sponsored by The Tourism Association of Central Region in Fukushima Prefecture The History of Takashiba Dekoyashiki (Workshop) During the Edo…
Ryann OverbayMarch 22, 2017
Sponsored by The Tourism Association of Central Region in Fukushima Prefecture Abukuma Cave History First discovered on September 12th 1969,…
Ryann OverbayMarch 22, 2017
Sponsored by The Tourism Association of Central Region in Fukushima Prefecture The Brewery Niida-Honke Brewery is over 300 years old,…
Ryann OverbayMarch 21, 2017
Sponsored by The Tourism Association of Central Region in Fukushima Prefecture Koriyama city is located in central Fukushima Prefecture. Because…
Ryann OverbayMarch 17, 2017
Sponsored by The Tourism Association of Central Region in Fukushima Prefecture Koriyama Koriyama city is located in central Fukushima Prefecture.…
Ryann OverbayMarch 16, 2017
Koide is a small town located in the larger city of Uonuma. Well known for its ski resorts and heavy…
Ryann OverbayMarch 5, 2017
Oyu Onsen is located east of Koide in Uonuma City, Niigata Prefecture. Uonuma boasts six ski and snowboard resorts, but…
Ryann OverbayMarch 4, 2017
Uonuma is located in South Central Niigata, and is well known for its delicious rice and it’s sake. The winters…
Ryann OverbayMarch 2, 2017
Macrobiotic / Veggie friendly Restaurant in Morioka, Tohoku Japan My friend and I have been hunting for more vegan and…
Ryann OverbayDecember 30, 2016
Ryusendo Cave In Iwate, the northern part of Japan is one of those places for tourists, dwelling in the caves,…
Ryann OverbaySeptember 21, 2016
Japan, especially North Japan, has many camp sites to offer, they are usually well designed and neatly laid out. I…
Ryann OverbayAugust 12, 2016
Koiwai is unique, not only in the tours it offers but also in the range and variety of projects it…
Ryann OverbayJuly 14, 2016
One of the first places I visited in Japan was Hachiman-gu shrine. I had just arrived and my new co-worker…
Ryann OverbayJune 26, 2016
