Togakushi Shrines: the setting is idyllic, scenic and unique with plenty on offer to see and do. Here’s a quick guide on Togakushi area.
Togakushi Ninja Experience in Nagano
Mount Togakushi (1,904 m) used to be one of the training fields for monks and Togakushi is said to be one of the major sites where Ninja trained. Here’s a quick guide but you can find out more to help plan your own visit.
A quick trip to Naritasan Park
If you have 2-3 hours before leaving from Tokyo or when you enjoy city living in Tokyo but miss green parks and nature or at least want to see an old Japanese town, Naritasan Park would fit in to such a short visit. Travellers coming to Narita International Airport should know that there is plenty …
Neighborhood Guide to Yokosuka Port
If you go along the Miura Peninsula of coastal Kanagawa Prefecture, you’ll find unique destinations.
A Guide to Visiting Mashiko Pottery Town
In Mashiko Town, Tochigi Prefecture, you’ll find a quirky and cool neighborhood. Here’s our best of Mashiko Pottery Town.
Visiting Hatoyama Hall in Edogawabashi, Tokyo
Hatoyama Hall is a western residence with Japanese traditions and English style garden.
A Quick City Guide to Edogawabashi, Tokyo
Edogawabashi itself is a small town, but it has a strong creative community.
Spotlight On: Suwa Lower Shrines
Suwa Shrine is located in Nagano Prefecture, south-east of the city of Matsumoto. Upper Shrines are located on the south side of Lake Suwa and lower Shrines are located on the north side of the lake.
A Quick Guide to holy Suwa Shrines in Nagano
Suwa Shrines in Suwa is one of the oldest shrines in Japan and consists of four separate complexes around Lake Suwa.
Visiting Suwa Shrine For the First Time
I spent a whole day in Suwa to visit the four sacred shrines. Here’s a quick guide to Suwa Shrine.