August 16, 2025August 17, 2025Seasons & Culture Japan’s 72 Microseasons The four primary seasons in Japan, summer, autumn, winter, and spring, provide a compass for living intentionally, season by season, in the […]
August 13, 2025August 17, 2025Home & Garden Huntsman spiders in Japan When you think of the scary, hairy, hand-sized spiders in Australia, most likely you’re picturing the huntsman spider. Did you know huntsman […]
August 12, 2025August 17, 2025Exploring Izu & Beyond Bucket List Atami Ryokan with Private Onsen Relaxing in onsen in Atami is a luxurious experience that draws visitors from near and far. For guests wanting a private experience, […]
August 10, 2025August 16, 2025Food & Drink Ise-ebi from Minami-Izu Ise-ebi (伊勢海老) or Japanese spiny lobster is a seasonal Izu peninsula delicacy that is harvested from the sea between mid-September and early […]