Culture Ozu Castle Town: A Sustainable Destination in Japan Veronica Carnevale In Ozu, residents, governments, and companies alike have committed themselves to turning sustainable initiatives into cultural experiences..
Museums Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum Anonymous Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum by architect Ando Tadao houses attractive historical exhibits and offers fine views of Bansuiso Villa.
Museums The Birthplace of the Akiyama Brothers Anonymous The birthplace of the military Akiyama brothers Saneyuki and Yoshifuru is easily accessible from Matsuyama Castle. This small museum..
Culture The Murakami Suigun Boat Race 2026 Late Jul The Murakami Suigun Boat Race is a festival that takes place every July. The venue is Oshima Island in the Seto Inland Sea.
Museums Visiting Bansuiso Anonymous Bansuiso is a large villa, built in a 19th Century somewhat Gothic French style. It sits at the base of the hill where the castle..
Culture Isaniwa Shrine Thought to be at least 1,000 years old, Isaniwa is one of Japan’s three shrines dedicated to the deity Hachiman. After climbing a long stretch of stone..
Culture Niihama Taiko Festival 2026 Mid Oct Niihama Drum Festival is one of the top three festivals in Ehime Prefecture, Shikoku — an autumn taiko festival celebrating th..
Culture Tsubaki Matsuri 2027 Early Jan Tsubaki Matsuri is one of Matusyama's most popular festivals, and one that is unique to the region.