It took a long time to get out of the traffic in Tokyo, and by the time I noticed, it was pitch dark outside. As I drove down a road without even streetlights, I saw something along the white line. Was it a living creature or just an object? I...
Are you looking for your next travel destination? We previously talked about Aomori Prefecture as the hot spot for wellness tourism in Japan. There are other places full of attractions throughout the country, although most of them are not yet...
As I travel the world, I discover the charm of each country and also come to appreciate the beauty of my homeland, Japan. In spring, cherry blossoms dance gracefully at a rate of five centimeters per second. In summer, watermelon, wind chimes and...
If you’re planning a trip to Japan, Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto might be the first places that come to mind. However, if you’ve already visited these cities or are looking for something different from typical travel guides, consider Aomori Prefecture...
A trip to Japan usually involves at least one visit to a Shinto shrine. Unlike other religious sites, Shinto shrines do not have subdivisions or categories that define and divide faith or community. Instead, each shrine may house multiple gods...
When talking about travel, there are various types. For instance, eco-tourism, green tourism and sustainable tourism have been popular for the past years as many people are aware of environmental issues. In recent years, wellness tourism has been...
Are you looking for a better way to consider sustainability, including environmental and animal welfare? Many of you may have started by switching your daily products, such as skincare, haircare, body care and meals, to more eco-friendly and ethical...
While the World Economic Forum states “People live longer in more gender-equal countries. Women get the biggest boost in their life expectancy as gender equality increases…,” according to research conducted by the George Institute in 2023, women in...
Onigiri, often translated as “rice ball” in English, is a beloved Japanese staple that most Japanese of all ages, from kindergarteners to office workers and hikers, eat daily. They come with a variety of fillings are wrapped in seaweed, and are also...
This Mother’s Day, why not trade urban noise for the tranquility of Kitamoto City? Just an hour north of Tokyo, NPO itsWellness’s exclusive one-day forest wellness escape, tailored specifically for city dwellers, offers more than just a breath...