Sports and Fitness Archives - Have Ya Seen Japan

Bowling in Japan – visiting Lapyuta Bowl in Uji, Kyoto

It was my first time bowling in Japan, and in Kyoto no less. It was quite surreal being the only foreigners here at Lapyuta Bowl.

The Fushimi Canal is a hidden gem in Kyoto’s Fushimi ward. The section between Kangetsukyo and Chushojima stations is particularly tranquil.

The best hiking trails are the ones burnt to memory forever. This list shows the 5 best hiking trails in Japan that I’ve ventured on (so far).

Kitakyushu is a beautiful mountainous city in South Japan surrounded by the waters of the Sea of Japan and home to amazing walking trails!

Obaku is home to the famous Manpukuji Temple, but just around the corner from there is a scenic community campus known as Obaku Park.

Osaka is a city that doesn’t sleep. Known for its vibrant nightlife and street food culture. these are Osaka’s 5 best walking paths.

Kyoto is a land of mountainous greenery, stunning natural landscapes, and of course, amazing hiking trails!

Health & fitness are the cornerstones to living a fantastic life. These 5 Japanese drinks are sure to boost your performance and results.

A beautiful park in Uji’s west, Nishi-Uji Park is a community center with playgrounds, basketball courts, and best of all, a tennis wall!

Rice, noodles, and bread are the backbone of Japanese cuisine. In such a society, achieving a high-protein diet is challenging, but possible.

In the deep forests of Kyoto’s northern mountains, two villages form the start and end points of a scenic journey – the Kurama to Kibune hike.

Mountain views, beautiful sunsets, and aesthetic Japanese castles are not typically associated with tennis courts, but they are in Kansai!