What if I told you that here’s also a hidden place where the ultimate bushido (The Way of the Warrior)…
Toshiko SakuraiDecember 10, 2021
Kyoto is one of my favorite cities not only in Japan but in the entire world. I love it as…
Burcu BasarNovember 19, 2021
Tokyo is one of the most underrated fall color viewing destinations in Japan. The city is home to some marvelous…
Burcu BasarNovember 17, 2021
International travelers often overlook the Tohoku region tucked between the populated Kanto area and the unpopulated but equally popular Hokkaido…
Burcu BasarNovember 16, 2021
I finally made peace with the fact that I must endure a wait for the fall colors to arrive in Japan,…
Burcu BasarNovember 11, 2021
A few years ago, I caught a glimpse of an unforgettable scene while traveling through Semboku (仙北) in Akita Prefecture…
Clémentine CintréOctober 19, 2021
Having the world’s spotlight during the Olympics was the perfect opportunity for the Japan Cultural Expo to showcase the richness…
Toshiko SakuraiSeptember 27, 2021
Once upon a time, the Okayama (岡山) plain was an inland sea called Kibi no Anaumi, which was surrounded by…
CheriseSeptember 22, 2021
Mount Fuji (富士山, Fujisan), Japan’s largest mountain and arguably its most famous symbol stand at 3,776 metres. Being snow-capped for…
JonathanJune 1, 2021
At the boundaries of the Japanese archipelago, Hokkaido (北海道), whose kanji means “Path to the Northern Sea” is the northernmost…
Marie BorgersMay 14, 2021
Despite numerous journeys across Japan and the constant quest to discover more off-the-beaten-track destinations, Tsuwano (津和野) in Shimane Prefecture, was…
Clémentine CintréApril 30, 2021
We came to Shimane Prefecture to explore the former Iwami Ginzan silver mine and the historic village of Tsuwano. However,…
Clémentine CintréApril 30, 2021
On the warm weekend nights of Japanese summers, the skies are lit up with awe-inspiring bursts of fireworks, some displays…
Todd FongApril 10, 2021
When I came to Japan with my Working Holiday visa in March 2019, sakura blossoms were about to bloom. The…
Maria PeñascalApril 2, 2021
Spring is a wonderful time for nature lovers. Trees blossom with flowers, landscapes turn green, and we switch our heavy…
Maria PeñascalMarch 25, 2021
Riding northwards into Shimane Prefecture, I was treated to a whistle-stop tour of what the region had in store for…
Callum HoweMarch 22, 2021
The island of Manabeshima (真鍋島), in Okayama Prefecture (岡山県), is a place in Japan that I have dreamed of visiting…
Clémentine CintréMarch 18, 2021
Kyushu’s northeastern Oita prefecture is a region rich with travel opportunities, from the retro bathing destination of Beppu to the…
Kimberly HughesMarch 10, 2021
For more than 20 years, Okinawa has nurtured a growing trend toward achieving sustainability on all levels of society. In…
CheriseMarch 9, 2021
As we carefully plan our post-pandemic travels, personal health and safety remain among our top priorities. Okinawa’s subtropical climate makes…
CheriseMarch 9, 2021
This much is certain: the COVID-19 pandemic has forever changed the face of travel. But to keep things in perspective,…
Todd FongMarch 9, 2021
Located on the coast of the Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture is the darling coastal town of Kawazu, renowned for…
LiaMarch 8, 2021
When you’re traveling with family, it’s not always easy to find activities in the big city that appeals to everyone.…
RoméoMarch 1, 2021
Get outdoors and take a bike, hike, or stroll through stunning landscapes in Japan, both natural and man-made. Saitama (埼玉県)…
Dan LewisFebruary 26, 2021
When my mother decided to visit me in Japan at the end of the year, she asked for one thing:…
Joachim DucosFebruary 25, 2021
In olden times, Hokkaido (北海道) was a wild frontier full of danger, adventure, amazing wildlife, and natural beauty. Thankfully, they’ve…
Callum HoweFebruary 18, 2021
Even after having lived in Japan for a little over two years, some corners of this fascinating country still seem…
Callum HoweFebruary 18, 2021
