The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Kashihara Jingu venerates the spirit of the first emperor of Japan, who reigned at the edge of myth and history. Located due south of Kyoto in Nara Prefecture, the shrine sits at the center of the ancient kingdom of Yamato, […]
Free bus tours will be running in Nara from February to March 2016. Reserve your spot now before they're all snatched up!
Just a stonethrow away from Nara, Imaicho is another great example of a preserved Edo-style town well worth taking a stroll through.
Walking around is, without a doubt, the cheapest way to go sightseeing. Here are the top five cities in Japan for wearing out your sneakers.
Day trips perfect for exploring past the ancient city of Kyoto or if you want to go on a cheapo mini holiday.
Nara's Koriyama Castle Town is full of history and the perfect spot to capture cherry and plum blossoms photos.
Even the most famous cities in the world have some secrets hidden around the corner. Stray off the beaten path and into Nara's preserved Naramachi district.
Most of our readers will know Nara for its countless bowing deer, ancient temples and picturesque traditional streets. But did you also know Nara is famous for its local cuisine, in particular sake and some unique rice-based dishes? Well, let’s […]
May is certainly busy in Japan, with a whole flurry of festivals just in the first weekend for Golden Week! Wherever you are in Japan, you’ll find something to see, be it a samurai procession, a Brazilian Festival or even […]
Mark your calendars for these not-to-be missed firework festivals taking place all over Kansai!
With a number of light festivals, August is a great time to take in the atmosphere of the ancient capital.
Discover Japan's culinary diversity—one delicious local dish at a time.
The summer heat in Kansai remains well into September—here are 5 escapes to help you cool off.
There's just so much to see outside of the city!
For a window into old Japan, Kansai's neon-lit cities and lantern-lit temples are only a train ride away!
Learn about kofun, ancient Japanese burial grounds, and where to see them.
World Heritage Sites, stunningly beautiful natural creations and spiritual hubs — Kii Peninsula is a quiet corner of Japan with plenty to offer.
Experience tens of thousands of cherry trees on this magical mountain in Nara.
We break down the fastest and cheapest ways from KIX to Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe and Nara. Tips for tourists and for traveling with luggage too!
A rather long time ago, Nara was the imperial capital of Japan. While most people head off to the grand legacies of this past, we decided to take the by-paths of Nara Park and put our (Google) navigation skills to […]
For those looking to avoid the crowds in Nara, Hasedera Temple is a great day trip from Nara, Kyoto or Osaka.
If you’re looking for an alternative day out in Nara, look no further than the Yagyū Kaidō. This ancient road with cobbled footpaths runs through primal forest, countryside vales, and rice paddy villages. Take the path less traveled and discover […]
As young Japanese seek moderm indulgences and the elderly refrain consuming in large volumes, Japanese saké, or Nihonshu, is gathering greater appreciation on foreign shores. This trend is driven by saké’s growing popularity in food pairing science, a taste for […]