The Strangest (and therefore the Best) Parking Lot in Japan
What would you do if you came across a bunch of peculiar statues while out in the country side? A. Run away; B. Investigate; or C. Have an hour-long photo session?
Aputo no Michi Hiking Guide: Gunma Day Hike from Tokyo
Aputo no Michi Hiking Guide for beginners and seasoned hikers alike. Get familiar with the trail and know what expenses to prepare for.
Catch a Kappa at Kappabuchi Pool in Tono
Ready your cucumbers! You might just catch everybody’s favorite yokai at Kappabuchi in Tono
Oshirado: A Thousand Oshira-sama Dolls to Wish on
There once was a girl who fell in love with her horse. They became deities known as Oshira-sama.
Chaos Room (Kaosu no Ma): A Quirky Art Gallery in Kyoto Showcasing the Peculiar
Enter Chaos Room: a gallery in Kyoto where the quirky, bizarre, and the antique combine to form a space where eccentricities are celebrated.
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Geibikei Gorge: See Iwate’s Fall Foliage on a Gentle River Cruise
Among the 100 Landscapes of Japan, Geibikei has exceptional seasonal views that one can enjoy on a boat ride. Here’s what you need to know.
Mikami Shrine: Japan’s One and Only Hair Shrine has Amusing Prayer Plaques
Bad hair day? Visit Mikami Shrine and your hair problems might just go away. The prayer plaques are fun to read, too.
Bishamondo: A Kyoto Fall Foliage Favorite
Among the must-see fall foliage spots in Kyoto, Bishamondo is Buddhist temple known for beautiful autumn colors and painted sliding screens.
Hatonosu Valley: Okutama Nature Spot
Visit Hatonosu Valley in Okutama for a quick nature getaway from Tokyo. Find things to do, travel tips and tricks, and other information here.
Youunji: Buddhist Temple with a Stylish Cafe
Need to cut ties? Or perhaps find a good match? You can pray for all these at Youunji, and dine at a lovely garden cafe, too.