Jan 05 (TabiEats) - Explore the lesser-known side of Okinawa with us as we uncover 10 incredible hidden gems you absolutely must visit! From charming old streets to breathtaking viewpoints, our journey takes you beyond the usual tourist spots to discover Okinawa’s true beauty and culture.
Heavy snowfall has caused damage to Hirosaki Castle, and further precautions are needed as the season’s strongest cold wave is expected to hit starting the evening of January 7th.
Prime Minister Ishiba has positioned regional revitalization as the "Reiwa-era National Transformation" in his New Year's address, outlining plans to curb Tokyo’s overconcentration by promoting the relocation of central government agencies to regional areas.
Japanese golfer Matsuyama Hideki clinched his 11th career PGA Tour victory at the season-opening event on Sunday in the US state of Hawaii. Matsuyama finished with a PGA Tour record total of 35-under par.
A 46-year-old man arrested for vandalizing a restroom inside the Imperial Palace during the New Year's public greeting has been sent to prosecutors, with further investigations underway into graffiti found on a nearby manhole.
At the first tuna auction of the year held at Tokyo’s Toyosu Market, a bluefin tuna from Oma, Aomori Prefecture, was sold for 207 million yen, the second-highest price in history.
Foreign tourists have arrived in large numbers, joining the New Year crowds across popular locations in Tokyo.
Kyushu, Japan's southern-most main island, offers rich culture, local delicacies and beautiful natural landscapes, however, many international tourists don't make it here. In this video, we go on a 4-day trip to introduce the island's four largest cities. (japan-guide.com)
An annual New Year's event showcasing Plarail collections has kicked off in Osaka’s Nanko district, marking the 65th anniversary of the beloved toy enjoyed across generations.
In Kami Town, Hyogo Prefecture, a traditional ritual praying for health and a bountiful harvest by blackening faces and worshipping the 'Mountain Deity' was held. Boys were seen smearing ink on each other's faces during the event.
Explore the lesser-known side of Okinawa with us as we uncover 10 incredible hidden gems you absolutely must visit! From charming old streets to breathtaking viewpoints, our journey takes you beyond the usual tourist spots to discover Okinawa’s true beauty and culture. (TabiEats)
Japanese weather officials are calling on people returning from their holidays in northern Japan to brace themselves for traffic disruptions. The warning comes as record amounts of snow pile up. (NHK)
Across the Kanto region, shrines and scenic spots were bustling with visitors welcoming the New Year, whether by watching the first sunrise or making their first shrine visit of the year.
Today let's find the timeless beauty of Nara, Japan. From the sacred deer roaming Nara Park to the breathtaking Todai-ji Temple with the Great Buddha, this Nara travel guide takes you through Japan's ancient capital. Learn about what to see and things to do in Nara, must-see landmarks, hidden gems, and foods that will make your trip to Nara even more memorable. (Tokyo Kenchan)
