Historical

Hachiko Statue University of Tokyo

The second Hachiko statue in Tokyo was unveiled March 2015 and depicts the reunion of the loyal Akita Inu and his master Professor Ueno. Located on the grounds of the Department of Agriculture (Yayoi Section of the Hongo Campus) at the University of Tokyo, the new statue will warm your heart.

By Jessica A Paje

Kanagawa

Historical

Hakone’s Mt. Komagatake

We can reach the top of beautiful Mt. Komagatake in only 7 minutes by using a comfortable and convenient ropeway. The ropeway’s lakeside station is at Hakone-en.

By Tomoko Kamishima

Yamagata

Featured Temples & Shrines

Yamagata: Spiritualism and Nature

Yamagata connects natural sightseeing destinations with spirituality effortlessly. Discover inner peace like the local monks have by exploring forests, waterfalls and rivers.

By Geoff Day

Kyoto

Historical

Kiyomizu Temple and Otowa Waterfall

Kiyomizudera, also known as the Pure Water Temple is one of more famous temples in Japan. This temple is located up in a hill in the east of Kyoto. One of the things that stands out is the wooden stage in the main hall that is 13 meters above the hill. During the spring period, this will give you an amazing view of the cherry blossom. From the wooden stage, you will also able to see Kyoto city in the distance. Kiyomizudera is also inside the list of UNESCO World Heritage.

By Stefanus Husin

Osaka

Historical

Hozenji Temple in Osaka

Hozenji Temple is an oasis of calm offering a brief respite from the excitement of Dotombori

By Abueng Bernard

Kanagawa

Museums

Nissan Oppama Plant Tour, Yokosuka

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Oppama Plant is conveniently located in the industrial area of Yokosuka City (Kanagawa prefecture) and offers daily tours of the factory to include the assembly line. The four Nissan models manufactured at the Oppama plant are the Juke, Sylphy, Cube and LEAF, a 100% Electric Vehicle.

By Jessica A Paje

Tokyo

Historical

Jindaiji Temple, Chofu City

In the leafy environs of Jindaiji temple, it's possible to imagine you are stepping back in time and walking in the footsteps of the Uesugi samurai or silkworm merchants

By Andrew Ng