Nara Shrines & Temples Yatadera Temple A beautiful mountain temple where hydrangeas and Jizo statues welcome you. See More
Okutama Bathing & Spa Facilities Shogai Seishun no Yu Tsurutsuru Onsen Enjoy the "beauty bath" that leaves your skin silky smooth in the lush greenery of Okutama. See More
Gifu Inns Gero Onsen Ogawaya 5 different baths to try across 3 grand bath floors plus 9 full-private baths at this onsen inn brimming with famed Gero spring waters. See More
Kyoto Local Products Center & Souvenir Stores Gion Tsujiri Gion Main Store Long-loved Gion tea shop offering tastes of exquisite Uji tea served as premium tea leaves and delicious matcha sweets. See More
Osaka Shrines & Temples Hirokawadera Temple A temple and resting place of poet Saigyo Hoshi, where some 1,500 gorgeous cherry blossoms bloom each spring. See More
Mie Tourist Attractions Shima Mediterranean Village A charming seaside resort where you can immerse yourself in a sense of the extraordinary. See More Related Articles 30 Things to Do in Mie Mie Prefecture is home to many spiritually significant sites, such as Ise Jingu, one of Japan's premier power spots, and the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The picturesque scenery, surrounded by both sea and mountains, is sure to soothe your soul. Additionally, you can enjoy delicious gourmet dishes made from the bounty of the land and sea. Why not visit Mie for a trip that will recharge both your mind and body?
30 Things to Do in Mie Mie Prefecture is home to many spiritually significant sites, such as Ise Jingu, one of Japan's premier power spots, and the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The picturesque scenery, surrounded by both sea and mountains, is sure to soothe your soul. Additionally, you can enjoy delicious gourmet dishes made from the bounty of the land and sea. Why not visit Mie for a trip that will recharge both your mind and body?
Food Culture Omakase The ordering style where you entrust your dish selection to the chef. See More Related Articles Omakase, The ordering style where you entrust your dish selection to the chef. “Omakase” refers to the style of ordering in a restaurant where customers entrust all selections to the chef rather than choosing from the menu. While it originated as a unique culture in Japan, it has now crossed oceans like “sushi” and “kawaii,” becoming one of the most well-recognized Japanese words worldwide. This article explains the meaning of omakase, its origins, and the background of its widespread adoption.
Omakase, The ordering style where you entrust your dish selection to the chef. “Omakase” refers to the style of ordering in a restaurant where customers entrust all selections to the chef rather than choosing from the menu. While it originated as a unique culture in Japan, it has now crossed oceans like “sushi” and “kawaii,” becoming one of the most well-recognized Japanese words worldwide. This article explains the meaning of omakase, its origins, and the background of its widespread adoption.
Osaka Shrines & Temples Daitokuji Temple An ancient temple known for its striking contrast of vermilion-stained pagoda against a backdrop of autumn leaves. See More
Gifu Shrines & Temples Gero Onsen Io Reizan Onsenji Temple Swooping hillside views over the town below at this temple known for stunning autumn foliage and its deep link to Gero Onsen. See More
Sapporo Japanese Cuisine Kyodoryori Oga Savor the freshest seafood that Hokkaido has to offer. See More
Sapporo Hotpot Restaurants Hakko Dining Ponpokotei A highly acclaimed restaurant frequently featured in the media, offering a variety of hot pots and dishes made with fermented ingredients. See More
Tokachi and Obihiro Japanese Cuisine Hanatokachi A restaurant specializing in butadon (pork bowl), a famous dish from Tokachi, Hokkaido, where attention is paid to every detail—the sauce, pork, and rice. See More
Saga Autumn festivals & Events Saga International Balloon Fiesta Be amazed by the stunning beauty of balloons floating in the sky! This is Asia's largest sky sports event, offering a truly breathtaking experience. See More
Wakayama Summer festivals & Events SHIRAHAMA2024 Fireworks Rally A festival of glittering fireworks over the summer skies of Nanki Shirahama. See More
Lake Toya and Noboribetsu Izakaya Yakitori no Ippei Main Store A long-established restaurant where you can enjoy "Muroran Yakitori," a beloved soul food of Muroran. See More
Furano and Biei Summer festivals & Events Furano Hokkai Heso Matsuri(56th Hokkai Heso Matsuri) Ring in summer in Hokkaido with this truly one-of-a-kind festival. See More
Iwate Trains & Subway Sanriku Railway A local railway deep-embedded in the daily life of its community, known affectionately known as "Santetsu”. See More
Furano and Biei Tourist Attractions Hill of Zerubu & Hill of Atoms Admire the seasonal flowers against the backdrop of Hokkaido’s vast natural landscape. See More
Ebisu, Meguro Japanese Cuisine Sushi Zai A renowned restaurant in Hiroo where you can enjoy exquisite sushi paired with fine wines and Japanese sake. See More
