Tucked into the northeastern corner of Tokushima Prefecture on Shikoku Island, Naruto City 鳴門市 is shaped by water. Facing the…
Chris MollisonJuly 1, 2025
Tucked away in a quiet corner of Sangenjaya, Tokyo, Ristorante Ciocco is an intimate Italian restaurant that offers a unique…
Chris MollisonJune 3, 2025
On a sunny Saturday afternoon, there’s something quietly magical about strolling through the leafy backstreets of Hiroo, one of Tokyo’s…
Chris MollisonMay 13, 2025
When planning a dream trip to Tokyo, it's understandable that many tourists may immediately think of city pop-infused images of…
Paul James LeahyApril 17, 2025
"Itadakimasu" and "Gochisousama" are more than just good wishes for your meal in Japanese.
Maria PeñascalApril 11, 2025
To hell with cutlery; sometimes a person just wants to grab hold of something chunky and tasty, and deliver it,…
Richard Koyama-DanielsMarch 25, 2025
Visit Osaka's Namba/Shinsaibashi area to get your fill of its famously delicious local treats, Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki.
Alix SmithMarch 22, 2025
Without the hard-won home-cooking skills required to rustle up, on occasion, a plate of semi-palatable food for myself, it’s doubtful…
Richard Koyama-DanielsFebruary 20, 2025
I’m hurtling towards Toyama on the Hokuriku Shinkansen reaching a speed of nearly 180 km an hour. I’m on my…
Paul McInnesJanuary 30, 2025
Over the past decade, veganism in Japan has seen significant growth in awareness and acceptance, although it’s still far from…
Stephan JarvisJanuary 16, 2025
For those coming to Japan for the first time, a visit to Tokyo and Mount Fuji are essential, and Yamanashi…
Don KennedyDecember 25, 2024
It is Christmas season all around the world — and also in Japan! Even though Japan is not traditionally a…
Claudia MitsuboriDecember 12, 2024
From very reasonably priced breakfasts and lunch time set meals to blockbuster gut-busting dinners, family restaurants are generally brilliant and…
Paul McInnesNovember 8, 2024
Tohoku, a famed region in northern Japan, known for its breathtaking landscapes, historical sites, and deep-rooted traditions, offers a remarkable…
VoyaponNovember 7, 2024
When thinking about Halloween in Japan, the first thing that comes to mind is usually the colorful and sometimes spooky…
Claudia MitsuboriOctober 10, 2024
Two women kneel to one side of the stage in front of what appears to be an ancient painting of…
Cassandra LordAugust 8, 2024
Explore Usuki, Japan's UNESCO City of Gastronomy with preserved ginger treats and cuisine once dined on by the samurai!
Mika CunninghamMarch 13, 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
Water is the beginning of life, and there’s one place in Yamanashi prefecture where it flows from the holiest of…
Toshiko SakuraiMarch 29, 2023
Kyushu's most southern prefecture, Kagoshima (鹿児島), is a beautiful place packed with interesting bits of Kagoshima history, culture, and subtropical…
Cassandra LordMarch 22, 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
Surrounded by the mountains of southern Kyushu, the Hitoyoshi Kuma Area in Kumamoto Prefecture is blessed with a stunning landscape, a centuries-old history,…
Yvonne TanakaMarch 9, 2023
Less than 3 hours from Tokyo, the sleek red Akita Shinkansen zips by snow-covered forests to Semboku City. Here, you…
Ariel LeeMarch 8, 2023
Fukue Island is the largest on Nagasaki's Goto Archipelago. Discover with us its beautiful landscapes and fascinating history!
Toshiko SakuraiJanuary 31, 2023
ℹ Advertorial There are few places where the allure of culture, nature, modernity, and tradition come together as they do…
Mika CunninghamDecember 16, 2022
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
If Miyazaki Prefecture (宮崎県) is on your itinerary, you will get the chance to discover much more than its superb…
Clémentine SandnerJuly 8, 2022
