The Story of Kumamoto Mountains’ Lucky Cat
by Mizuho Miyazaki The Escape Stone, long said to be resilient in the face of calamities, has fallen — revealing the silhouette of a cat….
Scenery
Photographer Shows How Awesome Japan’s “Lamest Prefecture” Can Look
Despite being home to rich natural splendor and the endlessly charming Edo period merchant town of Kawagoe (one of the most popular day trips from…
Hokkaido Now Has a ‘Cloud Walk’ in its Snowy Mountains
Japan’s northernmost island, Hokkaido has no shortage of gorgeous winter scenery. The sheer amount of amazing sights to see could leave you a bit lost…
Overwhelmed by Tourists Japan’s Winter Wonderland Shirakawa-go Goes Reservation Only
Shirakawa-Go, a mountain settlement in Gifu prefecture, was once considered an unexplored region. The treacherous mountains and snowfall restricted outside interaction, preserving the unique cultural…
Breathtaking 8K Video Explores Beautiful Food And Scenery Of One Of Hokkaido’s Most Underrated Areas
When one thinks of Hokkaido, it’s easy to imagine taking in the beautiful sights of a winter wonderland and perhaps even the stunning anime snow…
6 Most Beautiful Autumn Leaf Viewing Spots in and Around Tokyo
Japan’s four seasons give its scenery beautiful and distinct views all year round. We’ve all heard of spring as cherry blossom season, but autumn gives…
Rainbow Sunset in Japan Brings ‘Your Name’ Scenery into Reality
Despite the scorching heat, there is one particular characteristic of Japanese summer which is worth celebrating. During this time of year you can see dramatically…
Photographer Captures Japan’s Stunning Scenery and it Looks Straight From a Fantasy Movie
Social media has become a great way to discover photographers and artists whose work we probably would never have been exposed to pre-internet. The collective…
Japanese Photographer Shows the Otherworldly Beauty of Nara in Serendipitous Scene
A Japanese hashtag did the rounds on Twitter encouraging photographers to share the photo that they will never be able to take again due to…
One of Japan’s Most Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots is Even More Magical After Dark
Beautiful nighttime photography of cherry blossoms in Hirosaki Park. The end of sakura season in Japan typically means saying goodbye to the slew of seasonal…
This Photographer Shows Why Kyoto is One of The Most Beautiful Places on Earth
Stunningly gorgeous photography of Kyoto shows why it remains one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Often celebrated as a popular tourist spot…
Astonishing Memo Pads Reveal Intricate Embedded Models The More You Use Them
Updated: February 12th, 2018 You don’t need to be a stationery enthusiast to appreciate this marvel of fine craftsmanship, beauty and utility. With their OMOSHIROI…
Awesome 360° Panorama Tour Site Lets You Explore Some Of Japan’s Most Gorgeous Areas In Style
With the abundance of awesome sightseeing spots and natural splendor in Japan, it can sometimes be difficult to narrow down a list of “must-go-to” areas…
The Secrets of Hokkaido’s Mysterious Blue Pond
Made famous worldwide by the fairy-tale like iOS wallpaper, people found it hard to believe such a dream-like scene really existed in the world. The…
Photographer Captures Stunning Moonlight Nighttime Photography Of Impressive Kyoto Temple
Whether it’s haunting nighttime alleyways, stunning sakura-filled landscapes, or even glowing factories at midnight, scenery in Japan seems to provide an endless supply of gorgeous…