Great Places to Spot Wildlife in Kansai
Mar 27, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Japan may have a reputation as being a country filled with ultra-modern built-up urban environments flashing neon signs at you, but it also has an abundance of natural beauty. From large national parks to river wetlands to mountains to beaches, there is plenty of nature to savor in Japan. This...[ Click to read more ]
Best Zoos & Aquariums in Hiroshima
Mar 24, 2023 By Justin Hanus
With some nice spring weather just around the corner, what could be a better day out for the family than a nearby zoo or aquarium? Observing animals and other creatures is the perfect way to unwind, entertain, and educate young children; who love getting close to furry and scaly beasts...[ Click to read more ]
Inuyama City: Historical Castle Town and Much More…
Mar 23, 2023 By Bert Wishart
Just half an hour from Nagoya is Inuyama, an ancient town once one of the most important domains of the ruling Oda clan. It is especially renowned for its stunning castle that overlooks the Kiso River, a popular spot for viewing cherry blossoms in spring and the turning of the...[ Click to read more ]
Top Hanami Sites Around Tokyo
Feb 27, 2023 By Michael Stigall
Rejoice for the end of winter is nearly here, and one of the best times to be in Japan is almost upon us. I am speaking, of course, of cherry blossom viewing or hanami. Just picture it! The weather will soon be warmer, the days longer, and it'll be time...[ Click to read more ]
An Art Museum for the Digital Age: teamLab Planets
By Michael Stigall
Tokyo has many wonderful art museums. You can find them in almost every corner of the city. They have excellent independent exhibitions as well. Perhaps none of them achieved the level of global fame though as the now-closed teamLab Borderless in Odaiba. This article is about the follow-up to that...[ Click to read more ]
Top Hanami Sites Near Kobe
Feb 20, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Spring is just around the corner, which means Hanami time is here again for many Japanese residents. Hanami means "flower viewing" in Japanese (from the Japanese for flower - "hana"), and, up and down the country, people gather together to spend time with each other and appreciate the beauty of...[ Click to read more ]
Fire up the Exhilaration at Brave Point Airsoft Gym
Jan 30, 2023 By Bert Wishart
At the beginning of the year, many of you may have decided that it was time to get into shape, begin diets, and start an exercise routine. However, as we slide into February, there is a good chance that those best-laid plans have faded. And who can blame you? The...[ Click to read more ]
Tokyo’s Japanese Gardens
By Michael Stigall
Let's be honest for a moment: Tokyo is an amazing place, but sometimes all that concrete and urban bustle can get to even the best of us. What does a person do on those kinds of days? Well, there is always a train out of town somewhere quieter, or maybe...[ Click to read more ]
Ferris Wheels of the Tokyo Area
By Michael Stigall
Ferris wheels aren't the first thing that comes to someone's mind about Japan unless you visit here and notice how many of them seem to exist. Almost every large city here seems to boast one Ferris wheel attraction somewhere nearby. While most Ferris wheels here don't rise to the level...[ Click to read more ]
Best Zoos, Farms and Aquariums in Kumamoto
Jan 20, 2023 By Justin Hanus
Spending time with nature and observing diverse animals and creatures in zoos and aquariums is a great way of relaxing for a few hours and providing entertainment and education for young children. Here is a selection of zoos and aquariums in Kumamoto, where you can see a range of species...[ Click to read more ]
