Destinations
More on Amami Oshima
Another visit to the beautiful, hidden island in the South of Kyushu island. For more on Amami, […]
Japanese sweets
Healthy, Filling and Delicious! What is DAIFUKU? It is a soft round rice cake stuffed with sweet […]
Yakushima 屋久島 Ancient forest, inspiration for Ghibri`s “Mononokehime”
World Heritage Site, ancient cedar trees over 1000 years old, beautiful island, South of Kagoshima1 Yakushima, ancient forest, with 1000 years plus old cedar trees 1.1 Shiratani Unsuikyo-perfect trekking area 1.2 […]
Ueno Zoo
Meet the panda family and other unique Japanese animalsUENO Zoo is ideally located in the Ueno park, which is an easy 5 minutes walk from […]
Two special Ramen noodle restaurants in Yugawara
Iida Shoten and Nikori in Yugawara, close to AtamiVisiting Mt. Fuji, Izu, Hakone, or Atami area? If you are in that area, why not try […]
Amami Oshima 奄美大島
Beautiful island in the South of Japan- hidden gemAmami Oshima has it all- undisturbed nature, beautiful ocean, unique history and culture, great food and hospitality. […]
Recommended place to stay in Kyoto- Japanese Machiya house Bonborian
Enjoy living in the very best location in KyotoMachiya, old traditional Japanese house, has been renovated, so that you can enjoy the atmosphere of […]
Special French restaurants in Tokyo: Jour de Marche and Monna Lisa
French restaurants worth visiting!Jour de Marche Hidden away in Akebonobashi/Yotsuya 3-chome area, this French restaurant is a real surprise! The […]
Hiraizumi-world heritage sites
Golden City built by the Fujiwara family 11－12thCenturyChusonji 中尊寺 World Heritage Site. Built by Lord Fujiwara (11-12th century), the whole complex has been burned […]
Sendai 仙台 gateway to Tohoku, Northern region
Enjoy history, culture, festivals and great local foodSendai is easily accessible by Shinkansen, bullet train, from Tokyo. It only takes 90 minutes. Date Masamune […]
