While Japan has celebrations for each of its distinct seasons, you’d find little argument against the Spring’s sakura (cherry blossom) season being the most emblematic…

Before the start of winter and the heavenly fall of snow in Kyoto, the popular travel destination is graced with warm autumn leaves every year….

Modern Japan may commonly be thought of as the home to large cities with high-tech, sci-fi-esque qualities, but looking at its long history, it is…

Tokyo, for all its charming parks and scenic views, Tokyo is not often the first place in Japan to come to mind when one thinks…

Japan is a great place to get a taste of the hectic city life, but the country also boasts hidden gems of breathtaking nature spots….

If you’re a fan of Japanese animation, particularly the work of Makoto Shinkai (5 Centimeters per Second), then you may be familiar with how The…

Tunnels often have a dark, dreary image. But with a little bit of exploring, you’ll find that there are tunnels built by good old Mother…

Japan is a country known for its natural beauty and pronounced seasonal scenery. There are some amazing and breathtaking spots in the country that are…

Alison Moritsugu is a New York artist who uses logs and stumps as canvases for her beautiful paintings to deliver a mindful commentary on our…

Located in Nagano Prefecture, Mishakaike Pond served as the model for the Japanese artist Kaii Higashiyama’s famous work “Vibrant Green.” Made popular once again by…