FOOD & DRINK

If 'au naturel' is what you prefer, this list offers hot tips on cool things to buy from select Japanese towns. Take a break from the 'kawaii' cute goods and go for some of these natural specialties.

Join our writer Nick as he travels with the JNTO to capture a glimpse of some of northern Japan's beautiful cherry blossom scenery.

Takoyaki dumplings are a ubiquitous snack in Japan, but we’ve never seen them like this before!

Warm your heart this winter with these exciting activities in Ibaraki.

Now you can enjoy the flavors of some well-known characters from Studio Ghibli.

Nature and history are among the many wonderful things you can enjoy during a Tochigi summer.

Kill two birds with one stone by riding on this bus that takes you sightseeing around Niigata while dining on the prefecture's local cuisine.

Asakusa, a neighborhood on the east side of Tokyo, is noteworthy for its retro, traditional atmosphere. Besides enjoying the rich cultural history of Japan’s bustling capital, there's also a variety of local delicacies you can find in the old downtown!