Blogs
Find out what makes our destinations special places, get tips about what to see and do, and how to prepare for your trip.
Shintō Shrines vs. Buddhist Temples
Shintō shrines and Buddhist temples serve different purposes and reflect different beliefs.
Rafting the Gōno River
Rolling, rolling, rolling on the Gōno River
Oysters and Sake
The luxury of enjoying the finest, freshest oysters by the sea.
Navy Curry
The tasty tucker that keeps the Japanese navy afloat.
A Cruise Among the Warships
Sail right into the midst of the Japanese navy.
Visiting the Naval Academy
Get a fascinating glimpse into the past and present of the Japanese navy.
Cormorant Fishing in Miyoshi
Miyoshi preserves the ancient art of fishing with cormorants.
Yokogawa Food Tour
Our Yokogawa Food Tour offers you a satisfying taste of daily Japanese food and drink.
Visiting Miyajima
Miyajima is a beautiful sacred island near Hiroshima with an iconic torii in the sea.
A Brief History of the Seto Inland Sea
The Seto Inland Sea forms the heart of western Japan in the region called Setouchi.
Tobishima Kaidō vs. Shimanami Kaidō
A comparison of two popular island routes from a cycling point of view. Each has its fans, but both beg to be ridden.
Nipponia Hotels
Nipponia Hotels has an innovative and sustainable ‘distributed hotel’ concept that is revitalising rural Japan.