The name of Suruga Ward in Shizuoka City, which I’m introducing today, comes from its location facing Suruga Bay. The origin becomes evident when Suruga (駿河) is written in Kanji. In this context, the rivers created by melting Mount Fuji snow flowed into the sea like […]
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Though it’s unlikely that you need an excuse, Castle Day coming up on April 6th is a great time to get outside and enjoy some of Japan’s most interesting architecture and the pleasant spring weather. When researching architectural sites in Japan, most people might first think […]
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Asakusa, a district of Tokyo, is an extremely popular sightseeing destination for both Japanese and foreign tourists alike – and for good reason! A traditional atmosphere, delicious food and wonderful sight-seeing spots combine to make for a wonderful destination. Asakusa was originally an entertainment district for […]
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Welcome back to the fourth and final part of Japan’s Ultimate Bucketlist! (You can read here about Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3). I can’t believe our beautiful–and delicious–adventure through the Japanese prefectures is coming to an end! But dream for just a little bit […]
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Whether you are a traveling visitor or a resident living here, Japan constantly has so much to explore. Honestly, it can be a bit overwhelming trying to pick and choose what to do and where to go. For one thing, there are 5 major islands, 47 […]
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Japan, a fascinating country with an endless number of things to experience. With so many options to choose from, you can travel to Japan over and over again without getting bored. If you are on the way to turning 40, what better way to celebrate the […]
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Welcome back to the third part of our Japan Ultimate Bucketlist! (First part is available here and second part here). In this section we will explore the center-south regions of Kansai and Chugoku, filled with ancient history, stunning nature, spiritual traditions, and as always, good […]
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Sheraton Grande Tokyo Bay Hotel is a welcoming retreat 15 minutes from central Tokyo and overlooking the ocean views of Tokyo Bay. A fantastic location that offers 1,016 accommodation rooms and boasts 23 event spaces
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An intimate dinner featuring locally sourced organic produce cooked on a traditional Japanese hearth. A crisp bottle of sake made just down the road by a century old brewery. The fresh air of the Japanese countryside as you unzip your tent and head for a warm morning shower. Wait…unzip…tent… No you’re not dreaming and no this trip doesn’t feature a hotel in Shinjuku or a ryokan in Kyoto. Glamping is the hottest new trend in travel.
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We’d like to introduce you to, Kion, a cozy spot designed to showcase Japanese sake, shochu (Japanese vodka), and craft gin, all the while celebrating the four seasons of Japan…
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