Discover Naoshima, Japan’s art island.
Naoshima, a small island in Japan’s Seto Inland Sea, is a world-famous art destination and home to many world-class museums and arts institutions. The island’s art scene was founded by…
The Best Things to Do in Himeji: A Guide for First-Time Visitors
Himeji, located in Hyogo Prefecture, is better known to tourists for the famous Himeji Castle. Registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is also called “White Heron Castle” because…
A side trip to Uji, Japan’s Green Tea Capital
Located between Kyoto and Nara, Uji is a small town that has been known for centuries as an important center for the cultivation and production of high-quality green tea. Today,…