“Japan, Off The Beaten Path” is a travel essay series by Susan Spann, author of the Hiro Hattori mystery novels. One of her favorite places in Japan is Koyasan, the Buddhist spiritual center in Wakayama. Read on to learn about the must-see places to visit on Koyasan. Last month, a ...
Actually just off the coast of Shikoku, Japan’s famous “art island” ofNaoshimais a major draw for travelers interested in art and architecture (see our introduction toNaoshima). A short ferry trip away is the lesser-visited island ofTeshima, home to the awe-inspiringTeshima Art Museum. Pe...
I began my hike atJogasaki-Kaigan Station, where signs directed me down tree-lined streets to the coast. Birds sang in the branches and sunlight filtered through the leaves to speckle the asphalt road with spots of light. About ten minutes into the walk I caught my first glimpse of the s...
OFF THE BEATEN PATH IN JAPANKATHRYN KURTZ, for The Columbian
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4-Day Kyushu Itinerary | Off-The-Beaten-Path Spots for Repeat Visitors Build a 4-day itinerary in Kyushu that skips many of the typical tourist traps but still delivers on the fun and excitement of a trip to Japan. Perfect for repeat visitors, this Kyushu travel route includes stops in ...
Japan Off the Beaten Path: Traveling the Northward Golden Route Donburi (Rice Bowl) Donburi is a classic rice bowl dish, with a variety of ingredients mixed in. There are different types of donburi — my personal favorite is the gyudon, which has thinly-sliced beef and onions savory and swe...
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“It’s not like Kyoto or Nara – it’s a little off the beaten path,” says Brad Towle of theTanabe City Kumano Tourism Bureau. “The routes lead to inspiring natural sacred sites, and along the way visitors can find isolated hot springs, delicious cuisine and authentic accommodations.”...