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Namahage Museum in Akita

Namahage Museum in Akita

Justin Velgus

You can’t go anywhere in Akita without seeing references to the demon figures known as namahage. Find out what they are and wh..

Akita 4
Okishima

Okishima

Chris Glenn

Okishima is unique as the only inhabited lake in Japan and it’s long history is even more unique. The 450 residents descended ..

Shiga
Shimane: Japan's Well-Kept Secret

Shimane: Japan's Well-Kept Secret

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Shimane prefecture is a coastal area in the west of Honshu — Japan’s main island. While not too far from the popular Hiroshima..

Shimane 5
Otaru Port City

Otaru Port City

Rey Waters

Hokkaido Port City with Canal Zone, World Famous Sushi, Glassware, Breweries, Museums, Mt Tengu View, and shopping.

Hokkaido 4