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.
Cherry picking in Fukushima
The cherry begins to ripen in early summer, and then the cherry picking season starts. Here’s a quick guide to where to get fresh cherries in Japan.
Exploring Nagano’s Neighborhood: What not to miss when visiting Nagano City
Nagano City developed as a temple city and now it has become the most popular city of a good balance of nature and city-life.
A Guide to Modern Art and Architecture in Atami, Shizuoka
Atami is home to some stunning examples of modern art and architectures.
Izu Peninsula: What to See & Do in Shuzenji hot spring town
I visited the Egawa House, combining a visit to Shuzenji Temple in a one day trip.
“Our Map Trip” Picture Book Locations in Yamaguchi
We visited Yamaguchi Prefecture to see real locations of a “Our Map Trip” picture book which I have loved to read to my kids over many years.
Neighborhood Guide to Chichijima Island in Ogasawara
Here’s a look at the highlights of Ogasawara neighborhood to help plan your own adventure!