Chubu

Persevering Town of Takaoka Eagerly Prepares for Future Visitors

Message from Takaoka City, Toyama The people of Takaoka city hope you’ve been well during these troubling times. Tourist facilities in Takaoka...

Accommodation

SAKU REN JIMBOCHO: Escape from the crowd to a world filled with your favorite stories

Message from SAKU REN JIMBOCHO, Tokyo. Newly opened in February 2018, the SAKU REN JIMBOCHO hotel is conveniently located a minute’s walk from...

Experience

NHK WORLD-JAPAN Video on Demand Review: Donburi Rice Bowls & Micro Fishing

Many countries are gradually easing up on restrictions and we’re beginning to see a glimmer of hope that life will eventually return to some s...

Destinations

Why is Niigata rice so delicious?

An average temperature of 24.5°C, long sunlight hours and large temperature differences between day and night are ideal for growing delicious Niigata rice....

Culture

Know Your Kimono: 5 Types of Kimono Obi

The Japaese kimono is known around the world for its elegance and beauty, but what really ties it together is the decorative kimono obi that wraps around....