Step inside the beautiful and traditional Shorinkaku, a Japanese inn offering an immersive and peaceful experience.

Step into a preserved world of traditional charm in Unnojuku. Experience a retreat where classic architecture and local traditions create an unforgettable escape from modern life.

At Shougaku-ji, a 15th-century Soto Zen temple nestled in the forests of Hanno, visitors can experience an overnight retreat that delves into the calmness of zazen meditation and the gentle discipline of temple life.

Admire a 17th-century shrine dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu and stroll through a colorful garden of peonies and dahlias

Experience traditional Japanese culture while wearing contemporary Japanese art in this centuries-old district near Narita Airport.

Buy local in Kumagaya City, where honey and vegetables are produced in accordance with SDG farming methods. ENDO FARM is located on the fertile banks of the Tone River, the borderline between Kumagaya City in Saitama Prefecture and Ota City in Gunma Prefecture, and offers guests a look at sustainable farming practices and stunning sunflower fields.©photo by@BIGforest914

Become a member of the Minamiboso community for a day at this school-turned-community center, where you can enjoy outdoor activities and more. A visit to Heguri Hub will take you into the foothills of Minamiboso, a seaside city on the southern end of the Boso Peninsula in Chiba. This community and culture center is situated inside the former Heguri Nursery School, which has since been revitalized to build this wonderful space for the local community and visitors to interact.

A visit to Daioji Temple and Hitsuji Coffee in the beautiful prefecture of Tochigi will satiate your appetite for spiritual and culinary sustenance

Discover one of Tokyo’s oldest and most beautiful Shinto shrines, blending centuries of history with stunning seasonal scenery.

Experience the charm of Japan’s traditional architecture and hospitality. The National Tangible Cultural Property Ryokan Matsunoya invites guests to enjoy a historical stay paired with fresh coastal cuisine.

Step into a café that blends eco-conscious practices with a welcoming atmosphere. Ecolab Cafe in Takasaki City is a haven for those who prioritize ethical tourism and healthy living.

Experience how creativity blossoms and local culture comes to life in this historic community art center, and surround yourself with imagination. For travellers interested in community based art and culture, the HAJIMARI ART CENTER in Inawashiro Town, Fukushima Prefecture, is sure to enchant you. It was established in June of 2014 by Asaka Aiikuen, a social welfare corporation, as an art museum as well as a community space where people from all walks of life could come and look at and create art. The building itself is a renovated sake brewery dating back 140 years, and is now a space where people, welfare, and art come together to inspire a creative society.

Discover the quiet beauty of bonsai in a serene setting that brings together the beauty of Japanese gardens and traditional architecture created by master Kunio Kobayashi.

Nihonbashi is a Tokyo district where Edo-period commerce and the Five Highways’ origin meet modern finance, redevelopment, and culture, connecting past infrastructure with urban life.

A time capsule of Feudal Japan, Tsuruga Castle offers a peek into the age of the samurai.

Experience sake brewing, local cuisine, and art along the scenic Mitake Valley in western Tokyo.

The town of Ouchi-juku accomplishes more than just preservation; it celebrates Aizu’s history.

In the peaceful town of Yoshimi, Saitama, a renowned tatami shop invites visitors to experience the timeless craft of tatami making under the guidance of award-winning master Satoshi Miyazaki.