Historical Kappa Monster Hunting in Tono Justin Velgus Kappa monsters can supposedly be found over Japan, but there is one place where they said to be so common they are immortalized..
Museums Tono: Legends and Landscapes Imogen Riethmuller The city of Tono in Iwate is the place to go to experience traditional Japanese culture, complete with a wealth of folklore and..
9 Temples & Shrines Fukusenji Temple Chris Barnes Fukusenji Temple is located on a hillside about five kilometers from Tono City and features a five story pagoda, many smaller ..
9 Temples & Shrines Jokenji Temple & Kappabuchi Pool Chris Barnes Jokenji Temple is a beautiful example of Tono's rich culture and traditions. In the Kappabuchi Pool, visitors can learn more..
6 Culture Tono Historical Museum Alena Eckelmann History buffs and those into folklore will enjoy a visit to Tono, a small town in Iwate Prefecture. This town is the setting of..
Historical A Trip to Furusato Mura, Tono Imogen Riethmuller Furusato Mura is a traditional Japanese folk village, within the boundaries of which the past is perfectly reconstructed. Wander..
9 Temples & Shrines Tono's Hachimangu Shrine Chris Barnes The Tono Hachimangu Shrine is easily accessible from JR Tono Station and is sure to impress even the most seasoned tourists.
Historical Chiba Family Magariya Sarashanti Outstanding 19th century farmhouse of architectural importance located in Tono, Iwate Prefecture