Despite the title of this article, the truth is that it's not exactly my intention to recommend seeing Kyoto in…
Toshiko SakuraiMay 20, 2025
Explore another side of Tokyo by visiting Ogikubo and Nishi-Ogikubo, two of the city's most underrated and non-touristy neighborhoods.
Maria PeñascalMay 21, 2024
Kyoto - the former capital of Japan and home to countless wonderful experiences and sights to see. Among the fascinating…
Taeko Shiota AbuzaMarch 29, 2024
Whether you're a foodie, a photographer, or simply looking for an authentic cultural experience, the arcades of Okinawa should not…
Don KennedyMarch 14, 2023
Japan's smallest main island, Shikoku, is usually not one of the main destinations for international tourists visiting Japan. Many follow…
Claudia MitsuboriMay 11, 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
Japan is a country of contrasts. From the snow and low temperatures in Hokkaido to the turquoise waters and tropical…
Lucia TsujiguchiMarch 22, 2022
As Japan’s second-largest city, Yokohama (横浜) is best known for bridging past, present, and future with its historical gardens and…
Cherise FongAugust 31, 2021
Japan is home to some of the world’s greatest street food — it’s hardly a secret to anyone interested in the…
Abigail SmathersMay 20, 2021
Not far from Kobe City in Hyogo prefecture, is the onsen resort of Arima Onsen (有馬温泉). With a history dating…
Claudia MitsuboriNovember 28, 2020
Sometimes, coincidences give you incredible opportunities to visit a place you wouldn't have otherwise. My visit to Akabane (赤羽) was a matter…
Maria PeñascalSeptember 25, 2020
Located just one stop from Shibuya station and two from Shinjuku station, lies the Koenji Underground District of Shimokitazawa (下北沢). It’s a…
Marion PontAugust 31, 2020
If you’re a fan of Japanese video games, manga, cosplay or comics, you will be naturally drawn to the Akihabara…
Roméo ArnaultJuly 18, 2020
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
Sponsored by Tourism Oita Who hasn't dreamed of traveling back in time? Whilst the machine that would allow for such…
NoémieNovember 11, 2017
Right next to Tenjin, the areas of Daimyo and Imaizumi in Fukuoka offer great shopping, restaurants and an exciting nightlife!
Lauren LewisJune 4, 2016
A shopping street strung with cafes and restaurants, enjoy a walk at Kumamoto's Shimotori and the nightlife of the neighborhood.
Liam DuffyApril 6, 2016
