Takarazuka: A City of Dreams Come True

Takarazuka RevueTakarazuka Revue is the limelight, the center piece of Takarazuka City ...

Historical & Gastronomic Allures of Deep Kansai

How many of you have actually heard of the region “Hanshin-Kita”? Being a self-professe...

Standing the Test of Time: Traditions of Itami

As a Japan-addict favoring the lesser known allures over mainstream tourist spots, here...

A real soba-making experience at Inagawa Road Station

Set in a scenic natural environment, Inagawa Town is a place where people enjoy a peace...

The Shirayuki Kura Festival has been held for the first time in four years. A smash hit with sake lovers from all over Japan! Here’s a taste of what I experienced.

  Home to Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport), Itami City in Hyogo Prefect...

Nature, Wind, and Art in Perfect Harmony at Susumu Shingu WIND MUSEUM

  Susumu Shingu WIND MUSEUM is an outdoor museum and permanent exhibition in the r...

Pray for victory in the birthplace of Seiwa Genji at Tada Shrine and Manganji Temple!

A short 20-minute train ride from Osaka, Kawanishi City in Hyogo Prefecture has long be...

A trip to the heart of coffee culture in Takarazuka City

Takarazuka is hot these days as a city of coffee. Recently we had the pleasure of visit...

The new Itami City Museum unites regional history, culture and art

Recently opened in April 2022, “Itami City Museum,” known as “I/M,” provides a wholisti...

Shirayuki Brewery Village Choujugura

Itami Airport is Osaka’s gateway to Japan. Just 20 minutes’ drive from here is the Shir...

Discover the Beauty of Sanda City with the Sanda Tourism Guides

Overflowing with lush nature and delicious, locally sourced cuisine, Sanda City is easi...

Rare quasi-Western Architecture at the Former Kuki Family Residence Museum in Sanda City

Nestled in Sanda City’s quiet Yashiki district, the Former Kuki Family Residence was bu...

The Stylish Highway Rest Area of Takarazuka City Inspired by the Southern European Scenery

Everyone knows the rest areas along highways and toll roads, but few are aware of the s...

A glass blowing experience in the lush green hills around Sanda Glass Art Center!

  The Sanda Glass Art Center in southeastern Sanda City is the largest of its kind...

An interview with the Kawanishi Tourism Princesses about the charms of Kawanishi City

The Kawanishi Tourism Princesses are sightseeing ambassadors from the area who promote...

A visit to Kojin-san, the guardian of Takarazuka City for over 1,000 years

Said to have been built over 1,100 years ago, Kiyoshikojin Seichoji Temple in Takarazuk...