Culture The Grandness of Ise Jingu Arlene Bastion Geku and Naiku shine at Ise Jingu because they are full of myth, history, mystique, and are a long lasting testament to faith. Both..
Shopping Sou Sou Kyoto: The Flagship Store Sarah Koh The Sou Sou shop in Kyoto sells gifts, souvenirs and fashion wear with unique, quirky, bold and colorful designs. Its style is tradition..
Culture Ai's Cuisine Japanese Cooking Class Veronica Chen Learning Japanese dishes at Ai's cuisine gives you a truly memorable experience in Kyoto. Learn the authentic Japanese dishes..
Culture Kids Plaza Osaka Kim Bergström Kids Plaza Osaka is described as a museum where children can learn through play. There are a range of interactive exhibits that..
24 Culture A Quiet Evening by Osaka Castle Elena Lisina Arriving late for the museum at Osaka Castle, I instead enjoyed its surroundings, the beautiful sunset and also visited Hokoku Jinja...
Culture Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho Alena Eckelmann White plastered walls, tiled roofs and dark-wood latticed windows, these were the trademarks of the merchant houses in wealthy..
Culture Miyako Odori 2026 Early - Late Apr The Miyako Odori performance in Minamiza theatre in Kyoto hass a long history and involves the best geiko and maiko of Kyoto. The..
Transportation Kobe Port Terminal Guide Luca De Pasquale Kobe Port Terminal is the main cruise ship port for central Japan, located in the heart of Kobe, in Hyogo Prefecture.