
Five Japanese Autumn Flowers to Color Your Kōyō Season
Japanese autumn flowers pair well with the kōyō (colorful leaves). Many traditional Japanese poems center some of these flowers in their work, and they are loved to this day.

The Top 5 Best Places For Viewing Autumn In Japan
The wave of blossoming of reds, oranges and yellows that burst through Japan in the autumn season is highly anticipated. From late October the exciting hum begins. Find the best autumn viewing spots in Japan with Sakuraco.

Okinawa, Japan: A Timeless Island Retreat
Okinawa Prefecture is a subtropical archipelago around 400 miles (644 km) from mainland Japan. But what makes it so special?

Sakuraco October 2022 Reviewer Contest Winners Announced
Thank you to everyone who has submitted the review! Hi Sakuraco family! How do you like October so far? We hope that October brings you a lot of freshness and fulfillment! To top it off, we’d like to reveal the reviewer winners for October 2022! Congratulations to all the winners! Our team will get in…

The Best of Ibaraki: The Agricultural Capital of Japan
If you ever want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of urban life and enjoy the simple pleasures of Japan, Ibaraki is the place to be.

Karinto: The History and Culture of a Crunchy Delight
Karinto (かりんとう) is a traditional Japanese snack food that is made of fried dough and brown sugar.

Hand-Rubbed Tea in Japan: The Ultimate Guide
Hand-rubbed tea is one of the rarest and delicious teas in the world.But where did it come from?

The Best Traditional Autumn Flavors of Japan
Warm sweaters, shorter days, and the changing of the leaves are all clear indications that autumn is here. Autumn presents the perfect time to get a whole variety of limited edition seasonal treats

Japan Ruby Roman Grapes: Features & Prices
Japan Ruby Roman grapes are among some of the most expensive fruits in the world. These small ruby grapes are even more expensive than the world’s more precious jewelry. Let’s learn more about Japan Ruby Roman grapes and why so many people treasure them. Unique Features of Japan Ruby Roman Grapes The most pronounced feature…

Hatsuhinode: The First Sunrise of the New Year
In Japanese culture, hatsuhinode is the first thing that people should do on the first day of the year. Let’s learn more about this New Year’s tradition.

Explore Mito, Ibaraki – a Hidden Gem of Kanto
Ibaraki prefecture is a well-known tourist destination in the Kanto region. The best part of coming to Ibaraki is you can easily find attractive spots with scenic views and delicious specialties year-round.

The Mythical Mountains of Japan
If you are an experienced hiker or mountain climber you may get permission to climb these mythical mountains in winter.