In the middle of a narrow road in Tochigi stands a Jizo statue with a curious history, its unusual location providing an unexpected perk for residents.
A new ordinance in Tochigi's Ichikai Town aims to protect the satoyama habitat of grey-faced buzzards from solar power development and agricultural decline.
Due to popular demand, Zombie Train has been resurrected to haunt passengers with sharp dance moves for 90 minutes on the Watarase Keikoku Railway.
White, lilac, and pink flowers of over 350 wisteria trees burst into full bloom, spreading their sweet scent across the park in Tochigi Prefecture.
There are good train connections to Utsunomiya from three stations in Tokyo for a pleasant day of exploring Japan's industrial history and modern lifestyle.
Every year in late April, visitors from all over the world congregate at the Ashikaga Flower Park in Tochigi Prefecture to experience the wondrous sight...
