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Mermaids of Mie
Jun 1, 2019Home to the largest group of sea women left in Japan, Mie Prefecture’s ama divers cling...
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A Perfect Long Weekend in Osaka
Mar 13, 2019Discover Kansai’s most vibrant metropolis inhabited by famously laid-back citizens with a penchant for the good...
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Sake Sensei’s Brewery Adventures
Mar 12, 2019Sake production requires access to a bountiful supply of fresh, pure water. Simply turning on the...
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Shizuoka Spring Getaway
Mar 10, 2019Discover the charms of Atami for a spring seaside escape. The coastal town of Atami has...
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On the Dashi Trail
Mar 8, 2019Insider tips from Osaka food guru Aiko Tanaka on preparing and enjoying authentic Osaka-style dashi Aiko...
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French Dining with an Osaka Twist
Mar 7, 2019Maître Renard serves fine French cuisine created from organic local ingredients with a cheeky nod to...
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Catch and Release: Traditional Sport Fishing in Wakayama
Mar 6, 2019Wakayama herazao fishing rod craftsmen Hiroyasu Yamaue and Shigeyoshi Yamaue are two big fish in a...
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Uji’s Green Tea Heritage
Mar 6, 2019Venture into the fields of Uji to experience the very best of Japanese green tea. “Without...
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Be a Shrine Maiden for a Day
Mar 5, 2019Takahama Shrine in north Osaka offers a rare Shinto cosplay experience. It’s not uncommon to see...
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Japan Golf Tourism Tees Off in Mie
Mar 5, 2019With its plethora of top-class golf courses and popularity with international travelers at an all-time high,...