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Food & Travel 2010-2011
Japan's Beloved Symbol of Spring
(March 2011)
Blossoming cherry trees (sakura) have held a special place in Japanese people's hearts for centuries. Famous cherry-blossom spots around the country include mountain spots where cherry trees grow wild, historic temples and castles, and parks.
Glittering Ginza
(February 2011)
Lined with exclusive department stores and, boutiques, and restaurants, Tokyo's Ginza district is Japan's number-one destination for luxury shopping and gourmet dining. Many of the famous shops and restaurants here have been in business since the early years of the last century or even longer.
Niseko: Hokkaido's Powder Snow Paradise
(February 2011)
Niseko in western Hokkaido is one of the world's finest ski resorts. Some 700,000 skiers and snowboarders visit each year, drawn by the superlative powder snow and numerous onsen hot springs.
Haneda Airport:Gateway to Tokyo from the World
(January 2011)
In October 2010, Haneda Airport in Tokyo was reborn as a full-fledged international airport. Haneda's facilities have been given a major upgrade in line with the changes, so that it now serves as a global showcase for Japanese culture.
A Brilliant Blend of Old and New
(November 2010)
Nagoya, the largest city in the Chubu region of central Honshu, got its start as a castle town in 1610. It has continued to grow and develop ever since, holding on to its rich samurai past while growing into one of the world�fs leading centers of the automobile industry.
An Ancient City Within Easy Reach of Tokyo
(October 2010)
Just an hour from Tokyo by train, Kamakura is an ancient city with a wealth of historic monuments and temples. With its abundant nature and rich sense of history, Kamakura offers endless discoveries to charm Japanese and foreign visitors alike.
Nara, Spiritual Home of the Japanese
(September 2010)
Rich in history, and home to Japan's first permanent capital, Nara Prefecture is known as the spiritual home of the Japanese. In 2010, special events are being held to mark 1,300 years since the capital moved to Nara.
The Islands of the Seto Inland Sea
(August 2010)
Bounded by Honshu, Kyushu, and Shikoku, the Seto Inland Sea was designated Japan's first national park in 1934. More than 700 islands offer stunning natural scenery and delicious seafood, as well as everything from traditional ways of life to cutting-edge modern art and architecture.
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