Selected as one of Japan’s most majestic castles, Odawarajo is a great day trip destination from bases in the Kanto Plain. From Camp Zama or NAF Atsugi, it is only a 40-minute drive away.
Japanese manga has quickly become a popular comic genre worldwide, but long before Sailor Moon, Pokémon and ONE PIECE, a different art form was used for storytelling in the country.
Whether you’re working from home, sheltering in place or just staying home, if you’re like us, you’re probably dreaming of open skies, sandy beaches, tall mountains, or perfect powdery slopes.
The giant red paper clip attached to its signage tells all - this is Itoya Stationery Store, a heaven and haven for stationery lovers, with eight floors filled with every accoutrement desired for writing, drawing, and crafts.
The Awa Odori is a vibrant and energetic traditional dance festival held annually in Japan, with the largest and best known of them taking place in Tokushima Prefecture on the island of Shikoku.