As the world returns to travel as a business and leisure activity after a forced hiatus, once again, we are…
Todd FongMarch 16, 2023
From the sea to the mountains, Fukushima Prefecture offers an exciting range of landscapes, offering its own varied gastronomical flavors.…
CheriseMarch 8, 2023
The Tohoku region, tucked between the geographically largest region of Japan, Hokkaido, and the country’s most populated region, Kanto, carries…
Burcu BasarFebruary 10, 2023
Experience Japan's Edo period from Tokyo to Aizu, from spectacular temples and shrines to nostalgic post-towns, in 4-days by train.
James DaviesDecember 1, 2022
Aizu-Wakamatsu, in Fukushima Prefecture, was the last stronghold of the Tokugawa family after they gave up power under pressure from…
Don KennedyMarch 9, 2022
With its stunning natural environment of mountains, trails, volcanoes, cliffs, and other geographic structures, Japan is full of wonder for…
Maria PeñascalFebruary 25, 2022
Imagine riding a bike to explore natural locations with varied vegetation and wildlife. Get to enjoy incredible routes between mountains,…
Maria PeñascalFebruary 25, 2022
Winter is a great time to visit Japan. You can have fun doing different winter sports, fill your stomach with…
Thomas SiebertFebruary 25, 2022
On an early November morning – in anticipation of witnessing my first colors of the long-awaited koyo autumn leaves season…
Burcu BasarJanuary 11, 2022
Venturing into the heartland of samurai history and culture may be closer than you imagine. If you find yourself in…
CheriseDecember 15, 2021
There is a quality of tatami that is unmistakably Japanese. The scent of a freshly mowed field in Spring. The…
Todd FongJanuary 25, 2021
I’ve lived in Japan so long now and travelled so much around the country that I thought I might have…
Mark Brazil Ph.DDecember 18, 2020
Sponsored by Fukushima City Tourism and Convention Association. I peered into the darkness beyond the corridor faintly lit by an…
Todd FongNovember 18, 2018
Sponsored by Fukushima City Tourism and Convention Association. While staying in Fukushima City to attend the Iizaka Kenka Matsuri, I…
Todd FongNovember 16, 2018
Compared to the generic experience of modern chain hotels, the Japanese ryokan experience offers travelers the opportunity to enjoy a…
Todd FongNovember 14, 2018
Sponsored by Fukushima City Tourism and Convention Association. Fukushima Prefecture boasts a diverse geography which includes soaring mountain ranges, plains…
Todd FongNovember 11, 2018
Sponsored by Fukushima City Tourism and Convention Association. As the huge float swung our way with a dozen men carried…
Todd FongNovember 9, 2018
Sponsored by Fukushima City Tourism and Convention Association Whether you're a fair-weather wanderer or a steadfast hiker, there are numerous trails available…
Tamara BurgessAugust 2, 2017
Sponsored by Fukushima City Tourism and Convention Association Inconspicuously placed within the Azuma Mountains, is Takayu Onsen (高湯温泉) - a small hot spring resort only…
Tamara BurgessJuly 27, 2017
Sponsored by Fukushima City Tourism and Convention Association Standing proudly with an elevation around 1700m is Azuma-kofuji (吾妻小富士), in Fukushima Prefecture. You…
Tamara BurgessJuly 23, 2017
Sponsored by Fukushima City Tourism and Convention Association Japan is constantly reminding me why its gardens are world famous, and Jorakuen Park…
Tamara BurgessJuly 19, 2017
Sponsored by Fukushima City Tourism and Convention Association A stone's throw away from Fukushima City, in Fukushima prefecture, is Tamago-yu - an onsen…
Tamara BurgessJuly 17, 2017
Sponsored by Fukushima City Tourism and Convention Association Situated in the Tohoku region, Tsuchiyu Onsen, (土湯温泉) is a quaint town in the…
Tamara BurgessJuly 12, 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
