Activities Fujigochi Chaen Tiffany Aguilar Fujigochi Chaen is a tea farm located on a small hill near Lake Ono in northern Ube City.
Culture Luxurious Spiritual Adventures at World Cultural He... Greg Goodmacher Illustrious chefs, Shinto, Buddhist, and Shugendo spiritual leaders, virtuoso musicians, tea ceremony masters, and a renowned calligrapher..
Culture Akita: Art and Culture Veronica Carnevale Located in Japan’s northern Tohoku region, Akita is renowned for its natural beauty, rejuvenating hot springs, delectable cuis..
Activities Osaka Castle Illuminage 2025-2026 Mid Nov - Mid Feb The Osaka Castle Illuminage event brings historically-themed lights to this popular attraction.
Shopping Consumption Tax Changes for Tourists Coming? Kim Bergström Dec 2, 2024 Starting as early as the 2026 financial year, Japan is looking to shift to a refund-based tax exemption model for travelers, which..
Culture Niigata Prefecture: Discover Japan’s Coastal Treasu... Tom Roseveare Niigata Prefecture, situated along Japan’s northwestern coast facing the Sea of Japan, is renowned for its stunning landscapes..
Activities Azabudai Hills Christmas Market 2025 Late Nov - Late Dec Running from the last week of November right up until Christmas Day, the Azabudai Hills Christmas Market combines authentic holiday..
Planning Fukuoka Named a Top Detour Destination in 2025 Kim Bergström Nov 28, 2024 A "detour destination" refers to an additional location added to a primary travel itinerary to enhance the overall trip, and the..