FeaturedFoodOkinawaSponsored From Sakaemachi to Koza: Exploring the Local Charm and Modern Culture of Okinawa’s Arcades 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
ShikokuShoppingSightseeing Ozu City: Spend an Autumn Getaway in Ehime Prefecture Japan's smallest main island, Shikoku, is usually not one of the main destinations for international tourists visiting Japan. Many follow…ClaudiaMay 11, 2022
KantoShoppingSightseeing Jindaiji Temple, a Hidden Gem in Suburban Tokyo For many, the first things that come to mind when they think about Tokyo are the crowded streets full of neon lights in Shibuya or Shinjuku, the…Lucia TsujiguchiApril 28, 2022
FoodKansaiShopping Tenjinbashisuji Arcade in Osaka: Enjoy the Longest Shopping Street in Japan Like a Local Japan is a country of contrasts. From the snow and low temperatures in Hokkaido to the turquoise waters and tropical…Lucia TsujiguchiMarch 22, 2022
KantoSightseeingSponsored Top Sights for a Summer Stay in Yokohama As Japan’s second-largest city, Yokohama (横浜) is best known for bridging past, present, and future with its historical gardens and…CheriseAugust 31, 2021
FoodKanto Taishakuten-Sando: A Retro Take on Tokyo Street Food 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
KansaiSightseeing Arima Onsen: One of the Oldest Hot Spring Resorts in Japan Not far from Kobe City in Hyogo prefecture, is the onsen resort of Arima Onsen (有馬温泉). With a history dating back…ClaudiaNovember 28, 2020
FoodKantoShoppingSightseeing Akabane: A Day in the Charming Neighborhood of Tokyo 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
KantoShopping Shimokitazawa: The Bohemian District for Bargain Hunting in Tokyo 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
KansaiPop CultureShoppingSightseeing Den Den Town Osaka – A District For Gamers and Otaku If you’re a fan of Japanese video games, manga, cosplay or comics, you will be naturally drawn to the Akihabara…RoméoJuly 18, 2020
KantoSightseeingSponsored Discovering the Remnants of Old Tokyo: Tateishi Shopping District 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
FoodKyushuPop CultureSightseeingSponsored A Stroll around the Retro Showa No Machi Shopping District in Bungotakada Sponsored by Tourism Oita Who hasn't dreamed of traveling back in time? Whilst the machine that would allow for such…NoémieNovember 11, 2017
ActivitiesFoodKyushuShopping Shopping and Nightlife in Daimyo and Imaizumi, Fukuoka! Right next to Tenjin, the areas of Daimyo and Imaizumi in Fukuoka offer great shopping, restaurants and an exciting nightlife!Lauren LewisJune 4, 2016
FoodKyushuShopping Shimotori: Kumamoto’s Southern Shopping Arcade and Gateway to Nightlife 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