5 REASONS TO FALL IN LOVE WITH KANAZAWA, JAPAN - The capital of Ishikawa Prefecture on the west coast of Japan, Kanazawa is a former castle town revered for its well-preserved historical districts, traditional landscaped gardens, and regional handicrafts. Kanazawa means “marsh of gold”. It's said to have earned its name when a farmer discovered gold dust flakes while digging for potatoes. Here, local artisans produce over 99% of Japan's gold leaf which adorn lacquerware, furniture, and temples across the nation, including Kyoto's…
10 BEST THINGS TO DO IN TOKYO, JAPAN - Tokyo is a vibrant city with a rich culture and history. Tokyo is the capital city of Japan and is located on the eastern coast of the island of Honshu. It is one of the most populous cities in the world, with over 13 million people living within its boundaries, and a metropolitan area population of over 38 million. Tokyo is a major economic hub and is known for its high-tech industry, fashion, and entertainment. The city is also a center of traditional Japanese culture, with numerous shrines, temples,…
JAPAN'S JOMON ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES IN TOHOKU SET TO JOIN THE UNESCO LIST OF WORLD HERITAGE SITES - A group of “Jomon” archaeological sites in northern Japan including Tohoku is expected to join the UNESCO list of world heritage sites later this month when the World Heritage Committee meets to review the list. The Sannai Maruyama Site in Aomori Prefecture and the other sites under review are an evidence of the Jomon culture that flourished and matured in the Japanese archipelago for nearly 10,000 years during the Neolithic age. The Jomon c…
5 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD VISIT TOHOKU SOON OR AFTER PANDEMIC - Tohoku, Japan - Tohoku, the favorite of the international media as an up-and-coming world-class destination for adventure and nature, will shine brighter in 2021 or once the time is right to travel again. This under-visited, wild and expansive region will undoubtedly take center stage again as people look for off-the-beaten path travel destinations to celebrate the long-awaited resumption of international holidays. Here are five reasons why Tohoku should be at the top of a trave…
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