An easy day trip from Tokyo, check out the sacred temples, buckwheat fields, and relaxing hot springs of Chichibu! From Tokyo to Chichibu Whether you’re a seasoned traveler who’s been to all the big spots ...
This Chiba sightseeing area close to Narita Airport is the perfect place to dress up in Kimono, walk along the canals, and visit one of Japan’s oldest shrines. Strolling the Streets of Edo-Era Sawara While ...
Every spring, people gather for the traditional Japanese “Kanamara Festival” to celebrate one thing: the penis. The Kanamara Festival is all about penises. (Yes, penises, genitals, no typos involved!) This traditional festival is held in ...
In Tokyo, early summer means fresh greenery, long drizzles, and hydrangeas! And the Hakusan Shrine is the place to see it all. The Perfect Little Outing for a Rainy June Day When you’re traveling, whether ...
Most meals are eaten with chopsticks in Japan, but the simple utensils also carry a deeper meaning. The history of Tokyo’s Hie Shrine (日枝神社) goes back to the Kamakura period (1185-1333), when a shrine to ...
Join me on a trip to one of my three favorite shrines in Tokyo, each good for a different kind of luck! Whether it comes to passing tests or a little financial luck, all of my shrine recommendations ...
Join me on a trip to one of my three favorite shrines in Tokyo, each good for a different kind of luck! Today we’re heading to the second of my three favorite shrines in Tokyo, ...
Join me on a trip to one of my three favorite shrines in Tokyo, each good for a different kind of luck! Welcome to Yushima Tenjin Shrine (湯島天神), also known as Yushima Tenmangu (湯島天満宮), established ...
Join Japankuru on a trip to this lesser-known JR EAST shinkansen station, steps from Japan’s ancient forests, majestic mountains, and gleaming blue seas. Find out more about the best local spots recommended by the JR ...
A whirlwind tour of 8 Tochigi cities and towns, and countless fall excursions. Why Visit Tochigi in the Fall? In Japan, autumn means it’s time for koyo, and while there are plenty of places around Tokyo ...
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