YabusameAny samurai history buff can tell you "The Last Samurai" Saigo Takamori died making a last stand near Kagoshima during the 1877 Satsuma Rebellion. Afte
Hidden in the old town of Yanaka, this temple was founded in 1274. It is one of the remaining temples belonging to the Tendai sect of Buddhism. Historically, th
Described by owner David Bull as "My attempt to see if traditional woodblock printmaking can perhaps find a place in contemporary society", this venture in the
Just over an hour away from Tokyo lies Karuizawa, a beautiful mountain resort, that famously serves as an escape from the suffocating summer heat of the city in
In Ishikawa prefecture, Japan, there is one of the best places I have visited so far:The Natadera temple (or just Natadera because dera means temple).# You can
YabusameAny samurai history buff can tell you "The Last Samurai" Saigo Takamori died making a last stand near Kagoshima during the 1877 Satsuma Rebellion. Afte
Hidden in the old town of Yanaka, this temple was founded in 1274. It is one of the remaining temples belonging to the Tendai sect of Buddhism. Historically, th
Described by owner David Bull as "My attempt to see if traditional woodblock printmaking can perhaps find a place in contemporary society", this venture in the
Just over an hour away from Tokyo lies Karuizawa, a beautiful mountain resort, that famously serves as an escape from the suffocating summer heat of the city in
In Ishikawa prefecture, Japan, there is one of the best places I have visited so far:The Natadera temple (or just Natadera because dera means temple).# You can
Yamaguchi is on the westernmost tip of Honshu, and because of its proximity, historically it has been an important center of cultural exchange with the Korean P
Of all the things synonymous with Japan, from Mt Fuji to Shibuya crossing and manga to geisha, I'll bet dinosaurs is not one that makes the list! So it may come
Many may not know this but Japan is actually home to some rare varieties of animals because of its geographical location and climate. Hokkaido has always been a
Japanese Green tea is famous around the world and tea ceremony is a well know cultural practice. You many not know that even something as zen as tea ceremony ca
Miyazaki prefecture is on the southeastern side of Kyushu and is known for its majestic mountains and rugged coastal scenery. Surfing has grown in popularity he
Shimane lies near the western tip of Japan's main island on the Sea of Japan side. Although sparsely populated it was once a center of trade with China, so it b
Nikko is always a popular spot for a holiday trip in Japan. People living in big cities like Tokyo, Osaka etc, when they want to escape from their everyday busy
All countries have animals they hold in high respect. In the US dogs are considered mans best friend, and in Canada the beaver is their national animal. Japan h
If you think of Japan’s big selection of theme cafés, the most common ones are animal cafés with cats, Maid Cafés with cute looking girls or time-limited anime
Bunko-ya Oozeki is a 85-year old leather good store that offers leather wallets and purses with intricate patterns that are all hand-painted.
Lush and tropical, Kagoshima Prefecture inhabits the southernmost part of Kyushu and includes a string of islands stretching to Taiwan. The most famous of these
Hiroshima is a city that will make you feel much more than the usual travel bug excitement. Being one of two atomic bomb drop sights from back in World War II,
Ehime is home to Dogo Onsen, one of Japan's oldest hot springs with a history going back almost 1,000 years. In the loosely auto-biographical novel **Botchan**,
The best part about visiting any country is food. You can learn so much about a country by just eating, and the best part of any meal is dessert! Japan has a ve
If you have never heard of Shikoku Island in Japan, it will for sure be on your radar soon as many more tourists and foreigners are choosing this area to either travel to or settle down in. But more specifically, one of the prefectures that is gaining a lot of attention recently is Tokushima Prefecture.
The National Museum of Nature and Science is a popular spot with tourists and locals alike and is located within Ueno Park.
Onkashi-tsukasa Tsuruya Kotobuki is a wagashi (traditional Japanese confectioneries) shop specializing in sakuramochi, a rice cake wrapped in salted sakura or c
The Kimono Forest is located at the Arashiyama Station just a few minutes away from the Bamboo Forest. Walk through 600 colorful poles, filled with a variety of kimono fabrics representing the beauty of the Kyo Yuzen style. Visit the Kimono Forest in the evening to see the fabrics create an illuminated and mesmerizing pathway.
Located in Fuji City, this famous sightseeing spot boasts a view of tea fields and Mount Fuji.
The Sagawa Art Museum was built by the Sagawa Kyubin company and overlooks the Biwa lake. The main exhibitions consist of Japanese artist's work such as paintin
Omotesando is known for its impeccably dressed and coiffed residents. With so many elegant beauties walking the streets, many scouts and hair stylists visit the
Few people know that manga, the Japanese version of the comic book, has quite a long history. In fact, the literary form is closer to art than some might like t
Pokemon Center Tohoku is a Pokemon specialty store located in Sendai. The store contains many Pokemon character-related goods, card games and limited edition m
To say that Dragon Ball has a 'cult following' is probably to do it an injustice. For more than thirty years now Goku and friends have captured the imaginations
The Popular Dragon Ball series is back in a yummy and also fashionable form.Sorry this time you won't be seeing Goku is his Saiyan forms but you can enjoy a nic
Power up this Halloween.
The mission of the Costume Museum is for visitors to further their understanding of costume cultures throughout the world and to deepen their appreciation of th
The Wide View Hida Train is a scenic train journey that takes you from Nagoya to Toyama.
Originally named Cafe Bar Pray, it now goes by the name of Tenshitoakuma no pray. This is a angel and demons cosplay themed bar located in Sotokanda, near the T
On our 2nd day here in Niigata, Japan, Joey (The Anime Man), Aki (akidearest) and Shiori try out some more otaku-related activities including voice acting over famous anime, drawing manga and visiting and visiting a cosplay cafe where the women dress up as men!
Going to be in Japan over the Easter break, and wondering how to celebrate the occasion in a country that doesn't participate in the religious meaning behind th
Announcing your pregnancy shouldn’t be something scary, but sometimes it is. Many women worry about telling their company that they’re expecting, because they fear that they’ll receive a negative reaction. I certainly felt that way when I found out I was pregnant shortly after accepting a new job.
Winter wonderland Japan! Who would have guessed that besides temples and sushi, this country also boasts an active winter scene with mountains of snow? The Nor
2020 is your year to finally get yourself to Japan... and this is how you do it.
A short walk from Nishicho Station, this museum features collections of works by local artists in its permanent collection and, throughout the year, holds speci
It is in memory of Emperor Hirohito’s brother, Prince Yashuhito Chichibu, known in Japan as the Sportsman Prince.
This automobile museum is located right next to the Toyota head office in Toyota City, Aichi. Here, the company displays their latest Toyota and Lexus models as
TOP Resort Hakone Onsen Goku no Yado is set in Hakone, 600 metres from Hakone Botanical Garden of Wetlands. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free WiFi i
Before you let loose with your eating, learn about the history and traditions of Sumo wrestlers!
Wake up before you gogo.
Sharing with you part two of our Rugby World Cup series where we visited Kumamoto, Oita & Fukuoka. Giving you a breakdown of the sights and food to take in while there!
The Works Stall Restaurant is an international food restaurant in Aobadai, Meguro.
A common place to visit among students and salarymen, this bar in the neighborhood of Mitaka serves beer with local dishes. Among the food items offered in the
I have spent more than half my life in Japan now, and one thing I have always appreciated is the attention to detail that comes with food here. No, here, food
MasuzushiMasuzushi is a type of boxed meal, that is frequently sold at train stations for long rides. It is a pressed sushi, served with salted and vinegared tr
Beer Mount is a beer garden by the Mount Takao cable car station and runs from mid-June until mid-October.
Who received the coveted three star status? We also share with you some bang for your buck meals you can't miss out on in Aichi, Gifu and Mie prefecture.
We've narrowed down some of the best foods you can eat in Kanagawa Prefecture!
Monkey Mountain is one of Oita’s coolest craft beer distilleries! With all the best ingredients from all around the world, Monkey Mountain currently sells five specialty types of high-quality beers.
Ekiben are a quintessential part of long-distance train travel in Japan. Virtually every (if not every) train station that services a long-distance train (such
Plataku Cafe is dedicated to train geeks. Train shaped food and giant train circuit.
The best treats from the countrysides of Japan!
Arjyna is a reflexology studio just off of Kokusai-dori street, West of Makishi station. Arjyna's main studio is located just South of Oroku station, and there
Unazuki Onsen is a small hot spring resort town close to Kurobe city in Toyama prefecture.
There is an easy, rejuvenating getaway from the city just a little over an an hour away from Ikebukuro. It is difficult to believe that Lake Miyazawa is an arti
Keep your skin moisture in this Winter.
Nirai Kanai is a foot and body massage studio specializing in reflexology, located in Yokohama's Chinatown.
Boudoir is a bilingual salon that offers facials, waxing, and mani-pedis. They have a very simple and understandable website that English speaking customers can really appreciate.
Saraku is a special sand bath on the coast of Ibusuki in Kagoshima, Kyushu.
Ikaho is a hot spring resort town that is said to have existed since the 8th century. It is famous for its two different kinds of hot spring water (called "shir
Lush is a cosmetics shop, originally from the UK, that sells handmade, organic soaps, shampoos, bath bombs and more.