Oku-tama Lake
Oku-tama is technically in Tokyo however clearly this is not the Tokyo everyone knows about. A famous spot during the...
Why Japan
Meiji Shrine
After the bustle of Harajuku, the calmness and isolation of the Meiji Shrine provides a welcome rest from the city...
Nikko
Nikko is a popular tourist focused town near Utsunomiya that is famous for its World-Heritage shrines and temples that dot...
National Museum of Japanese History
Uncover Japan's history at the National Museum of Japanese History, located one hour away from Tokyo. This modern and comprehensive...
Seafood Rice Bowl at Matsushima
While in Matsushima you have to try some of the local seafood. The area is famous for its oysters and...
Hakone
Hakone is a popular tourist destination famous for hot springs, views of Mount Fuji and the Hakone Shrine with its...
Asakusa, Ueno and Akihabara Walking Route
Start your day surrounded by temples and more traditional cultural legacies of Japan, then spend a few hours walking around...
Beppu
Beppu is considered one of the hot spring capitals of Japan, with the entire town's identity based on the numerous...
Futagoji Temple
A large temple complex on top Futago Mountain, Futagoji Temple is a perfect example of how Japan does temples. The...
Kitsuki
An old Samurai town in Oita Prefecture, Kyushu is as authentic an experience you can get of the old way...