Travel
A View to Rival the Grandeur of Taliao: Hualien’s Most Beautiful Station Embraces the Sea of Rice
Besides the famed Taliao Station, often hailed as the most beautiful in Taiwan, the island—rich in natural landscapes—actually hides many secret railway stations with breathtakingly magnificent scenery. Located in Fuli Township, Hualien, Dongli Station may not boast the vast seascape...
Hiroshima’s Maple Romance: Itsukushima Shrine Ablaze in Red :: Autumn Leaves Viewing :: Momiji Valley Park
Japan’s autumn foliage front is poised to sweep across the entire northern region. Although the southwestern part of the main island, including San’in and San’yō, won’t turn into a dazzling crimson until November, famous Hiroshima spots such as Tekiseikyō, Sandankyō, and Momiji Valley Park...
Travel to Hokkaido and enjoy food and drinks for free!! :: Wine :: Sake :: Cheese
Join the fight to save the economy, but without sacrificing your overseas trip. When traveling in Japan, take advantage of free and fascinating sightseeing spots to save on travel expenses while still enjoying Japanese culture with ease. With autumn approaching, embark on a Hokkaido maple leaf viewing trip...
Top 10 Maple Viewing Spots in Japan (Part 2)::Famous Maple Spots::Maple Hunting::Autumn Leaf Information
◎ Ishikawa Prefecture, Kanazawa City 'Kaga Located in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, Kaga was ranked as the sixth most popular maple viewing destination in Japan by Rakuten Travel last year. The leaves here typically begin to turn in late October, with the best viewing period being late November. Every year...
Top 10 Maple Viewing Spots in Japan (Part 1)::Famous Maple Sites::Maple Hunting::Autumn Leaf Information
As local maple leaves in Japan gradually turn red, maple enthusiasts eager to chase the crimson hues plan their timing, pack their bags, and head north. The vibrant world of maple and maple-like trees, painted in a spectrum of colors—some subtle and understated like layered yellow and green, others bold and resplendent in dazzling crimson...
Stroll at a leisurely pace and explore Tokyo’s art paradise: museums & exhibitions
Not only in Asia but also on the global map of art museums, Japan can be considered a major player. For travelers seeking to experience first-class exhibitions and museum spaces, Tokyo’s museums—boasting both quantity and quality—are an excellent choice that also takes travel time into consideration...
Autumn Charm in the Sunlight of the Mountains—Take the Shinkansen to Enjoy the Foliage: Kantō Region :: Hot Springs
Visiting Japan in autumn means being greeted by one of the most captivating landscapes—the red foliage blanketing the mountains and valleys. The maple leaves gradually turn from north to south, starting from Hokkaido, as if by some unspoken agreement, each area takes turns dazzling visitors. Though the famous foliage spots in the Kantō region are not...
Japanese Autumn Leaves Hunt in Hokkaido: The Fiery Beauty of Shiretoko
Hokkaido is the first place in Japan where you can enjoy the autumn leaves, following a route opposite to the "cherry blossom front." Starting every September, the "autumn leaf front" slowly moves downward from the peaks of Daisetsuzan National Park, traveling from north to south...
Banana Cries Make Nostalgic Comeback:: Fukuoka, Japan:: Moji Port Banana Festival
The lively and fun-filled Moji Port Banana Festival kicked off joyfully on September 19th. Spanning over a month, the event brings a retro vibe to Moji Port, reviving the once-bustling scene of historic “banana auctions,” and offering delicious banana treats...
Homestay × Elegant Traditional Culture Experience :: Hokuriku Region :: Kanazawa :: Higashi Chaya District
The Hokuriku region of Japan is often regarded by locals as a hidden gem, where countless landscapes of mountains, seas, fields, and lakes are filled with the refined charm of traditional Japanese aesthetics. The boundless natural beauty offers an immersive and moving experience. Kanazawa, known as "Little Kyoto"...
The Akihabara Entertainment Festival kicks off this autumn with a splash of color!
The Akihabara Entertainment Festival bursts onto the scene this weekend for another exciting edition. This is the fifth time Akihabara has hosted a cross-store exhibition focused on anime, manga, video games, and models, perfectly timed with the already launched Akihabara Autumn Tax-Free Store Promotion and Discount Season, creating an all-out...
Tokyo you’ll never get tired of, no matter how many times you visit~
Design-centric Tokyo, fashion-forward Tokyo, quirky Tokyo, foodie Tokyo—what makes Tokyo so appealing is her ever-changing nature. This city is both refined and seductive, hilarious and poetic, modern and traditional. Year after year...
Soak in the onsen and savor delicious food at Yugawara!! :: Famous Hot Springs :: Luxury Ryokan :: Onsen Town
Yugawara Onsen, along with Arima and Kusatsu, is known as one of Japan’s “Three Great Famous Onsens.” It is a legendary hot spring renowned throughout Japan, famous for over a thousand years for its therapeutic waters. Nestled by the Hida River, Yugawara Onsen is...
A love for affordable comfort food: Yokote yakisoba wins Japan’s B-Class Gourmet Grand Prix :: Northeastern Akita
The 4th Japan B-1 Grand Prix recently came to a successful close, with this year’s host team — Yokote, Akita — taking the championship with their simple yet distinctive yokote yakisoba, defeating other strong regional dishes. Yokote yakisoba :: Shokudoraku...
Kyoto’s Splendor Drenched in Red Leaves:: Philosopher’s Path:: Famous Maple Spots
Autumn in Kyoto can be described as the most vibrant region in Japan, where mountains and fields are ablaze with red leaves, boldly staining the scenery with their beauty. The classical elegance of Kyoto, with its historically sculpted and weathered wooden architecture, appears serene and even more expressive against the backdrop of autumn foliage...
Recruit Cold-Resistant Adventurers for an Ultra-Chilly Hokkaido Experience:: Winter Season:: Work & Travel Holiday
In winter, Hokkaido is blanketed in snow, with snowdrifts piling up several feet high. The exciting winter activities make Hokkaido the most popular destination for snow tourism. This year, JR Hokkaido Railway Company and the Hokkaido Tourism Promotion Organization have jointly launched the "Hokkaido Super Cold Winter Work & Travel Recruitment Program"…
Maple-Burning Japan: All the Top Spots for Autumn Foliage :: Japan :: Famous Maple Viewing Locations
Japan has distinct seasons, where colors, scents, temperatures, and flavors shift with the changing times. The autumn leaves are like the last burst of energy released by the earth, setting the entire valleys and towns ablaze in a fierce wave of crimson. This is the perfect time to…
Blue Bottle Coffee enters Kyoto! Historic townhouse café to rival Starbucks
Japanese Blue Bottle Coffee announced on its official Facebook page on February 28 an important update: it will expand into the Kansai region and open a store in Kyoto on Friday, March 23. Other coffee chains, such as Starbucks, also operate in historic Kyoto townhouses, setting the stage for inevitable comparisons...
The most convenient way to enjoy cherry blossoms by metro: Zhongzheng Memorial Hall is a great spot
If you don’t want to spend too much time venturing into the mountains but still want to easily reach a cherry blossom destination via the convenient metro, the cherry blossom grove at Zhongzheng Memorial Hall is an excellent urban choice for springtime flower viewing. Over 200 cherry blossom trees bloom in succession, featuring 11 different varieties...
Coral Reef Girl:: Cute Girl Photos:: 2009 ITF International Travel Exhibition
To avoid crowding with the photographers, I coordinated with the Guam booth ahead of this international travel exhibition so I could take a few personal photos of the famously known online “Coral Reef Girl.” Unfortunately, she hadn’t taken the stage yet...