Approximately an hour south of Tokyo, Kamakura feels like a world apart. This coastal city, cradled between forested hills and…
Toshiko SakuraiSeptember 26, 2024
At the zenith of Atami's heyday, it was the golden prize of your average corporate employee. A spa town so…
Toshiko SakuraiAugust 1, 2024
With its historical warehouse district and important shrines and temples, Kawagoe is one of Tokyo's best day trip destinations in…
Todd FongMay 17, 2024
Discover hidden treasures at Japan's top flea and antique markets with our comprehensive shopper's guide in Tokyo and Kansai.
Stefania Da PontApril 4, 2024
Isehara City (伊勢原市) located in Kanagawa Prefecture's heartland, is a gateway to both history and nature, just a short journey…
Toshiko SakuraiMarch 15, 2024
The sight of Mount Oyama’s pyramid-shaped silhouette, at an altitude of 1,252 meters, is hard to miss in the Kanagawa…
Mathilde Serre MaysMarch 15, 2024
As global tourism rebounds in the post-pandemic world, travelers must think about how their travel practices impact the places they…
Todd FongMarch 8, 2024
As Tokyo's tourism industry has experienced a remarkable revival since last year, the principles of sustainable tourism, societal impact, and…
Toshiko SakuraiMarch 8, 2024
As global tourism rebounds in the post-pandemic world, travelers must think about how their travel practices impact the places they…
Todd FongMarch 8, 2024
If you're looking for a captivating destination that blends culture, history, and nature, Shizuoka Prefecture is the place to be!…
Anna ToccoliJanuary 24, 2024
If you're on the hunt for a destination that unlocks the real essence of Japan, where culture, history, and tradition…
Stefania Da PontJanuary 24, 2024
In the heart of Japan, between the iconic Mount Fuji and the serene Pacific, lies the vibrant region of Shizuoka.…
Toshiko SakuraiJanuary 24, 2024
Yokohama (横浜) is a global city of about 3.77 million people, with opportunities for businesses, academics, and individuals. The city…
Taeko Shiota AbuzaMarch 31, 2023
If there is one craft that is intrinsically related to Japan, it is Japanese lacquer. Before humans ever rode horses,…
Toshiko SakuraiMarch 27, 2023
The Innovative Spirit of Hamamatsu, from Japan’s First Shogun to Makers of Instruments & Motorcycles
From an Evangelion-themed train, a traditional cotton weaving heritage, to makers of motorcycles and grand pianos, Hamamatsu's culture of innovation…
Todd FongMarch 27, 2023
Sustainable tourism, societal impact, and culture and legacy preservation are crucial aspects of modern travel. As we explore new destinations…
Toshiko SakuraiMarch 16, 2023
Shizuoka Prefecture's fame comes from being the home to Japan's iconic volcanic mountain, Mt. Fuji, but this prefecture offers so…
Yvonne TanakaFebruary 28, 2023
During the Edo Period, the only way to travel between the capital and other parts of Japan was by a…
James DaviesFebruary 21, 2023
While Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka remain high on the list of many visitors embarking on their travel to Japan, few…
Cassandra LordFebruary 2, 2023
Just south of Tokyo is Enoshima, one of the most popular day-trip destinations from Tokyo and surrounding areas. Most people…
Ariel LeeJanuary 20, 2023
Kanagawa is easily one of the most convenient places to stay to explore Tokyo and the Kanto region with train…
Stefania Da PontDecember 2, 2022
Full disclosure: This article was written in collaboration with Trekkling to promote a cycling experience people can enjoy near (or…
Todd FongJune 29, 2022
For many, the first things that come to mind when they think about Tokyo are the crowded streets full of…
Lucia TsujiguchiApril 28, 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
After his death in 1617, the first leader of the Tokugawa shogunate, Tokugawa Ieyasu, was enshrined in a mausoleum in…
Don KennedyMarch 9, 2022
If there is one thing skiing in Japan is known for, it is the incredibly light and dry powder snow…
Don KennedyMarch 2, 2022
There's more than one way to get from Tokyo to Kyoto. You could, for example, hop on a Shinkansen at…
Todd FongFebruary 9, 2022
