A practical, first-time-friendly guide to Ikebukuro’s nightlife and anime culture—what to do, eat, and see in one of Tokyo’s busiest hubs.
A local's guide to Miyazaki on Kyushu's southeast coast—the sacred Takachiho Gorge, the shrine islands of Aoshima and Udo, world-class surf, and Japan's best chicken.
A guide to Omoide Yokocho, exploring its history as a post-war black market and its present-day atmosphere as a hub for yakitori and local culture.
A local's guide to Niigata on the Sea of Japan—the home of Koshihikari rice and 90 sake breweries, the gold-mine island of Sado, deep powder snow, and fresh coastal seafood.
Itsukushima Island was declared sacred in the 6th century—meaning no births, deaths, or burials have occurred here in 1,400 years. That rule changes how you experience everything about Miyajima.
