Located in the southern region of Kyoto, near Fushimi, is Fujinomori Shrine. This ancient shrine is believed to have the

A visit to Izumo Shrine in Shimane prefecture is not complete without trying Izumo Soba. Soba, or buckwheat, is quite

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Come springtime, everyone and anyone in Japan takes a keen interest in which flowers are in bloom and where you

Kanazawa of The Hokuriku Region has a reputation as one of the best gourmet places in Japan. With the Sea

Spring is one of the most coveted times to visit Japan for one reason: cherry blossoms. Just about everyone, romanticize

A first-time traveler to Nara might assume that the best, if not the only, place to visit is Nara City.

Bold, silky, and full of flavor it is no mystery why Hakata ramen is among the top three most popular