Residents of Ashiya City in Hyogo Prefecture should be aware that the rules regarding garbage bags will change in October...[ Click to read more ]
Mountains are sacred places in many cultures for reasons ranging from the inspirational views from the summits and their impressive...[ Click to read more ]
Clam hunting is a fun and educational activity that kids and adults alike can enjoy, especially in the beautiful Mikawa...[ Click to read more ]
What did you want to be when you grew up? Did you spend hours playing doctors and nurses? Did you...[ Click to read more ]
It's almost time for grilling. Grilling in Japan isn't the same as back home, but it gets the job done....[ Click to read more ]
Spring is upon us. It is one of the best times of the year since it is neither too hot...[ Click to read more ]
With a tradition going back centuries, Japanese animation, known better as anime, is perhaps one of the country's greatest cultural...[ Click to read more ]
As fun as most Japanese festivals can be, do you ever get the impression that they start winding down just...[ Click to read more ]
At the heart of Hiroshima is Shukkeien — a traditional garden whose name means “shrunken scenery.” Not only is the...[ Click to read more ]
You can find a wealth of things to do during the summer months across the Kansai region. It’s known for...[ Click to read more ]