Ishigaki island is a beautiful tropical paradise, geographically close to Taiwan—one of the islands of Okinawa. The Ishigaki Island Limestone Cave is one unique attraction that is perfect for a cool retreat from Okinawa’s heat. […]
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‘Art of the Sun – Tarō Okamoto’s Public Art-“ exhibition at Tarō Okamoto Memorial Museum in Tokyo | Travel to Japan from Canada
Taro Okamoto, known for his avant-garde sculptures and paintings, is one of Japan’s most famous modern artists. His home and studio were, after his death in 1996, opened to the public in the form of […]
Tojin Baka in Ishigaki Island in Okinawa, Japan | Travel to Japan from Canada
Tojin Baka (唐人墓) Off the highway, along the coast from Ishigaki City in the Yaeyama Islands of Okinawa, is the colourful Chinese-style tomb memorial of Tojin Baka. This memorial is dedicated to a group of […]
Okinawa Travel Guide: Kabira Bay on Ishigaki Island | Travel to Japan from Canada
Ishigaki Island Ishigaki Island (石垣島, Ishigakijima) is the main island of the Yaeyama Islands and the region’s transportation hub. Ishigaki City, Japan’s southernmost city, is the only urban center of the Yaeyama Islands and the […]
Sapporo Markets – Seafood and More | Travel to Japan from Canada
The Northern Japanese island of Hokkaido is known internationally for their fresh seafood and more – Hokkaido sea urchin, king crab, and Yubari King melon, among others. Hokkaido also produces delicious milk, potatoes and corn, […]