The white beach that only appears at low tide. Yurigahama Beach has “hoshinosuna (star sand)” which is the shell of foraminifera in the sand. The saying is if you find and pick up same number of hoshinosuna as your age, you will be happy. It is certainly a breathtakingly beautiful scene with mysterious mood, and [...]
Japan is known globally as a fashion-forward country and Tokyo is its artistic epicentre. Maybe that’s why the Tokyo Hipsters Club was described by its designer as a “pleasantly brutal space… a piece of antiarchitecture by a nonarchitect.” The Tokyo Hipsters Club was created around the concept of ‘aristocracy gone wrong’. Tom Dixon, British designer [...]
In the archetypal image of the sleek bullet train gliding past snow-capped Mount Fuji, the magic of Japan is encapsulated in one freeze frame: natural and modern beauty merging in harmony. The appeal of Japan encompasses all tastes and ages, whether your interest lies in embracing modern pop-culture, discovering ancient spirituality in secluded Buddhist retreats [...]
Each room here offers views of Lake Toya. All guests can take advantage of the Windsor’s facilities, including tennis courts, two 18-hole golf courses, natural mineral hot springs and a full-service spa. Foodies will appreciate the attention to cuisine, with a total of 12 restaurants that range from modern Japanese to French, Italian and East [...]