See & Do
Drift Taxi
Dive head-first into Japan’s dynamic drifting subculture with Drift Taxi, a complete ride-along experience with a professional driver from Fukushima’s Ebisu Circuit.
TeamLab Borderless & teamLab Planets
In the heart of Tokyo lies an interactive art installation and creative space that allows visitors to leave the city for a borderless landscape of light that evolves every day.
Kintsugi Workshops in Tokyo
In Tokyo, immerse yourself in one of Japan’s traditional crafts and learn how to repair broken ceramics with a method that enhances their aesthetic appeal.
Sawara’s Historical District
If you’re looking to escape the fast pace of the big cities, fewer places are better than the serene Sawara’s Historical District. Once an important trading town, this area of Chiba has kept its rusti…
Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku
Looking for a place where you can enjoy Japan’s traditional hot spring culture? Then Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku in Minakami Town, Gunma Prefecture, is your ideal destination. Nestled along the scenic T…
Nikko Toshogu
Enter a spiritual world filled with natural beauty, lavish detailing, and vibrant coloring.
Tama Area
You don’t have to leave Tokyo to find unparalleled natural beauty and outdoor activities! Mt. Takao and Okutama together are the perfect backyard for nature lovers.
Mt. Nokogiri & Nihonji Temple
Less than two hours from Tokyo in an area of natural marvels, visitors can enjoy the remarkable atmosphere at Nihonji Temple, an ancient Buddhist temple on the mystical Mount Nokogiri. History buffs w…
Enoura Observatory, Odawara Art Foundation
An art project in and of itself, the Enoura Observatory is a great place to get off the beaten path. The facility combines the artistic sensibilities of Japanese art and design with the beauty of natu…
Narai-juku
Walk along a route once used by pilgrims, aristocrats, and merchants in ancient Japan as you wander the Nagano streets of Narai-juku, one of the best-preserved stations of the Nakasendo route that con…
Eat and Drink Like a Tokyo Salaryman in Shimbashi
Indulge your palate to a culinary tour of Japan’s iconic izakayas and street food in one of its oldest business districts.
Niigata Snow and Ski Resorts
From the backwoods of Myoko to the slopes of Echigo Yuzawa, Niigata is home to dozens of ski resorts scattered throughout the prefecture. To enjoy one of the country’s coolest snowy getaways, hop on a…
Kawagoe
Known for unique clay warehouses, the former castle town of Kawagoe has so much in store for visitors to Saitama. Learn about the historical area and chomp on traditional treats while wearing a kimono…
Yanaka Ginza
Yanaka Ginza is a quaint shopping street in Tokyo that transports visitors back in time to the charm of a traditional downtown district. Located just minutes from Nippori Station, this 170-meter stree…
Aizu Samurai School Nisshinkan
Samurai culture still thrives in Aizuwakamatsu, a castle town in central Fukushima. A distinguished school aims to keep traditions alive by introducing the authentic culture of the ancient samurai war…
Tokorozawa Sakura Town
Inside of one imaginative Saitama building that resembles a scrambled castle lies a wonderful tribute to Japanese comics and young adult books. Come inside the Kadokawa Culture Museum, famed architect…
Mashiko Ware Pottery
Embrace the town of Mashiko, where culture, art, natural beauty, history, and craftsmanship have combined to create a unique form of Japanese pottery and a National Traditional Craft.
Nagatoro
With no shortage of things to try in Saitama’s Nagatoro region, you might find yourself overwhelmed by choosing what to do first. We’re here to help you plan a trip full of fun activities and fresh fo…
The Tokyo Wan Aqua-Line Expressway UMIHOTARU
Can you imagine a floating parking area in the middle of the sea? Umihotaru, on the Tokyo Wan Aqua-Line Expressway, is a combination of engineering skills and scenic beauty. Located on a man-made isla…
Byobugaura Cliffs
While it may be easier to call Byobugaura Cliffs the “Dover of the Orient,” no words could properly convey the serenity of this colorful jagged landscape lining the Chiba coastline.
Sado Gold Mine Historic Site
Located off the coast of Niigata Prefecture in the Sea of Japan, the remote island of Sado holds a unique place in Japanese history. Learn about how this former gold mine was a shining part of the Jap…
Ponshukan Echigo Yuzawa
The pure snow of Niigata is well known for helping to create some of the best sake in Japan. And now you can sample over 100 kinds of sake from the region from the convenience of three major train sta…
Asakusa and TOKYO mizumachi
Step back in time as you traverse Asakusa, the downtown of days past. The entertainment district of Edo, Tokyo’s former name, is a mash-up of history and culture right in the heart of the capital city…
Minobusan Kuonji Temple
Waiting high up on Mt. Minobu is an area that just might be the place to catch your breath and center yourself. From the fresh crisp air of the mountains to the morning meditations offered at Kuonji T…