Home cooking: Rafute How to make Okinawan braised pork belly By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·June 28, 2020
Japan’s National Parks Escape the city with these five spectacular destinations By Matt Evans·June 27, 2020
Virtual travels in Nara Exploring Nara’s most popular sightseeing spots with a virtual travel video. By Charles Sabas·June 26, 2020
Episodes from Japanese History - The Satsuma Rebellion The last stand of Saigo Takamori By Matt Evans·June 25, 2020
Side trips from Tokyo Five nearby destinations to escape from the city By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·June 24, 2020
Lives from Japanese history - Kukai All about the founder of Shingon Buddhism By Matt Evans·June 23, 2020
Home cooking: Okonomiyaki How to cook a pancake-style cabbage dish By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·June 22, 2020
Home cooking: Tamagoyaki How to cook Japanese rolled omelette By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·June 15, 2020
Virtual travels to Kamakura Enjoying a day trip to the coastal town of Kamakura. By Charles Sabas·June 13, 2020
Lives from Japanese History - Takeda Shingen The life of Japan’s greatest samurai general By Matt Evans·June 10, 2020
Bengara production in Fukiya A rural village in Okayama known for its red iron oxide pigment By Raina Ong·June 9, 2020
Home cooking: Tamago Sando How to make Japanese egg sandwich By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·June 7, 2020
Episodes from Japanese history - the life of Minamoto Yoshitsune The heroic life and tragic life of a samurai legend By Matt Evans·June 4, 2020
Home cooking: Omurice How to cook Japanese omelette rice By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·June 1, 2020
Five great books from the Edo Period A literary journey through early modern Japan By Matt Evans·May 29, 2020
Worshipping mountains A basic introduction to the Shugendo mountain worship religion By Raina Ong·May 25, 2020
Five great books from the feudal era A literary journey through medieval Japan By Matt Evans·May 22, 2020
Hakusan Heisenji Shrine A serene shrine at the base of Mount Hakusan By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·May 21, 2020
Five great online exhibitions Visit some of the best museums in Japan from your home By Matt Evans·May 20, 2020
Picturesque and romantic Tadami Line Weaving through valleys and mountains on a diesel train By Raina Ong·May 19, 2020
Japanese arts and crafts on YouTube Five of the best channels to fascinate and inspire By Matt Evans·May 18, 2020
Peaceful travels across Kyushu Memories of a road trip across Kyushu, from Beppu to Kumamoto. By Charles Sabas·May 17, 2020
Five fascinating books from the classical era A literary journey into the Nara and Heian periods By Matt Evans·May 16, 2020
Episodes from Japanese History - The Battle of Dan no Ura The climax of the Gempei War By Matt Evans·May 14, 2020
Five great hiking destinations Where to plan your next outdoor adventure in Japan By Matt Evans·May 6, 2020
Introducing Jason Halayko An interview with the Japan-based sports phorographer By Matt Evans·May 4, 2020
Picturesque towns in Japan Four towns that retain their yesteryear charm By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·May 3, 2020
Yokai and where to find them: Kappa The water children of Japanese mythology By Matt Evans·May 2, 2020
Traditional musical instruments: Koto The third of three articles introducing some of Japan’s most popular instruments By Raina Ong·May 1, 2020
20 minutes of cherry blossoms Archive footage of cherry blossoms from previous years By Charles Sabas·April 30, 2020
Showa Day and Greenery Day Two national holidays related to the former Emperor Showa By Raina Ong·April 29, 2020
Favorite hot springs Five traditional hot spring towns we can’t wait to get back to By Matt Evans·April 28, 2020
Raina’s favorite places Five destinations to visit over and over again By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·April 27, 2020
Episodes from Japanese History - The Fall of Osaka Castle The spectacular demise of the Toyotomi family By Matt Evans·April 26, 2020
Great destinations for traditional stays Perfect spots for a secluded getaway By Matt Evans·April 24, 2020
Office cats of japan-guide.com Introducing our resident office cats: Leo, Akira and Lope By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·April 21, 2020
Understanding Japanese gardens Things to look out for on your next visit By Matt Evans·April 20, 2020
Traditional musical instruments: Shamisen The second of three articles introducing some of Japan’s most popular instruments By Raina Ong·April 19, 2020
Japanese Snow Monkeys in Summer Exploring the Jigokudani Monkey Park in summer By Charles Sabas·April 18, 2020
Three foods to try in Japan Local delicacies not to be missed when in Japan By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·April 17, 2020
Five great scenic getaways And how to fit them into your Japan itinerary By Matt Evans·April 16, 2020
Traditional musical instruments: Taiko The first of three articles introducing some of Japan’s most popular instruments By Raina Ong·April 13, 2020
Top three hidden villages in Japan Some lesser known jewels in the Japanese countryside By Raina Ong and Thomas Rönnlund·April 9, 2020
