When it starts getting warm, the desire to go out in nature starts to take over, and a trip to the ocean or the mountains sounds great. For those who want to refresh themselves from the busy day to day, I recommend the islands off the coast of Tokyo! As it’s hard to take a long time off, why not tak
Matsumoto Castle is a symbol of the period of the warring states which remains for more than 500 years. The castle is located in Matsumoto, Nagano, and is still familiar not only to citizens but also to foreign tourists as a symbol of the city. In spring, many visitors arrive to see cherry blo
Among various sakura spots in Tokyo, Chidori-ga-fuchi is the best to see the combination of water and cherry blossom. Chidori-ga-fuchi shows two different faces in daytime and evening. Chidori-ga-fuchi is actually a moat of the Imperial Palace with promenade well maintained. Normally it
Sakura, or cherry blossom, is a symbol of spring in Japan. People gather to sakura festivals held all over the country every year. Cherry blossoms in daytime are of course beautiful, but "yozakura", which means "night cherry", are even more gorgeous and attractive. Here I'm introducing yoza
Rikugien is known as one of the mots famous gardens in Tokyo, as well as Koishikawa Korakuen. The garden is popular for its wonderful view changing with seasons, including spring cherry blossoms and autumn leaves. It certainly worth seeing as you can feel the taste of good old Japan.
Along the Meguro River, one of the most popular cherry blossoms spots in Tokyo, no less than 800 cherry trees come into bloom. As branches make an arch over the river, it offers a beautiful pink tunnel. It worth visiting not only in daytime but also in the evening as the trees are illuminated
Viewing sakura, a Japanese name for cherry blossoms, is one of the major purposes of visiting Japan. There are many spots where you can see sakura, but where is the best? The answer will depend on who you ask, but here I'm introducing the Ueno Onshi Park. Ueno Onshi Park is regarded
You want to try kushikatsu if you go to Osaka. There are kushikatsu stores wherever you look in the city. Kushikatsu refers to cutlet skewers using meat and veggies. There is food called “kushikatsu” all over Japan, but there are subtle differences depending on the region. This time we will i
Shirakawago is one of the tourist attractions strongly recommended to come when visiting Japan. In a small village, there gather many houses built in traditional architecture style called Gassho building. Shirakawago, located in the northern Gifu prefecture, is a traditional settlement as
Continued from last time, we will introduce interesting shops in "Tokyo Character Street". Crayon Shin-chan Official Shop Shin-chan is a 5-year old boy appears in nationally famous anime, Crayon Shin-chan, and he is very popular among children for his funny antics and behavior. The
Many people, not only from Japan but from all over the world, come and go at Tokyo Station. In the underground of the station, there is a spot called “Tokyo Character Street”, which is popular especially among foreign travelers. Nowadays, cultures of Japan’s anime, manga and characters are
Sapporo is one of the most popular sightseeing cities not only in Hokkaido but in Japan. Among dozens of sights in the city, Sapporo TV Tower has been popular for a long time with an overwhelming presence. Easily accessible as you can even walk from the Sapporo Station. This traditional ste
The Kofu Basin in Yamanashi has both good accessibility and beautiful nature. It has been a popular sightseeing spot as it's not far from Tokyo! In Kofu, there are many spots where you can overlook the city as you go up a little higher. Among them, I recommend "Fuefukigawa Fruit Park" which
