A bite of Niigata
The secret to Niigata’s rice—especially the famous rice variety Koshihikari—lies in melted snow and run-off water which contain an abundance of nutrients and minerals. The area is also known for producing prestigious sake and...
Matsushiro Area:A historic town of samurai, powerful clans and castles
If you are interested in the history of Japan, then you cannot miss the chance to visit Nagano city. In this historic district, ninjas and warlords familiar from games and manga lived and played...
Tea Ceremony Experience: Gahou-kai & Tsuruya Yoshinobu, Nihonbashi
The way of tea or "chado" tea ceremony is an elegant Japanese tradition that shows the utmost respect to the guest and dates back to the 9th century. A tea ceremony involves not only...
Discover Niigata from Tokyo. Let’s Go!【Festival】
Festival: Culture, Art and Tradition in the Rural Landscapes of Niigata
【Yuzawa•Uonuma Tokamachi City, Tsunanmachi】
Incorporating Art into the Countryside Echigo Tsumari Art Festival 2018
Make it a point to catch this triennial showcase of colorful artwork inspired
by...
Winter Fun In Tohoku
Enjoy the sights of nature in powder snow paradise Appi Kogen
Located in Iwate Prefecture, Appi Kogen is definitely high in the running – if not the best – when it comes to skiing. Wide...
Legendary Establishments as Landmarks of Shinjuku
Keeping Pace with Time
Bearing Witness to the Changes of Shinjuku
Where it all began for Shinjuku?
The busiest junction of Shinjuku-sanchome was known in the past as “Shinjuku Oiwake”. During the Edo period (1603-1868), this is...
Tokyo Bayside Story
WAttention Tokyo Culture Special
Tokyo is a large, vibrant city with a long, colorful history. This summer, WAttention Tokyo takes magnifying glass to the south of the city and the Tokyo Bay area. Focusing first...
Tokyo Bayside Story: Kita-Shinagawa and Tennozu Isle
A historic checkpoint station
in a modern, stunning coastal setting
Back in the Edo period (1603-1868), Kita-Shinagawa thrived as a shukuba, or checkpoint station, on the Tokaido, one of the five ancient roads that connected Tokyo...
Discover Murakami, Niigata with Ocean Flavours
Autumn is full of activities in Tohoku! It is the time of year when locals are busy preserving food for the long, harsh winter ahead, and visitors are welcome to have a taste during...
Forget ramen – the noodles here are one-of-a-kind!
Wanko Soba
These soba noodles are for the competitive eater! Stack up your dishes and see who will become the noodle master. These small servings can quickly add up and a popular goal is to...