14 Traditional Kyoto's Osawa-no-ike Pond in B&W Larry Knipfing This man-made pond was built originally for a villa for the Saga Emperor, sometime in the 8th century. It still exists today as..
10 Gardens & Parks Ritsurin-koen Garden, Takamatsu Peter Sidell In Takamatsu in Japan's Kagawa prefecture, Ritsurin-koen is the largest traditional garden in Japan, with beautiful views of..
Traditional Kanto Festival Centre Kasia Szumna Anyone who have ever attended any Japanese festival, knows too well that it can be very confusing. Colorful kimonos and glittering..
11 Historical Magnificent Matsumoto Castle Anne Lauenroth Magnificent Matsumoto Castle is one of Japan's 12 remaining original castles, dating back to the 16th century.
12 Traditional Want to See Kimono While in Kyoto? Larry Knipfing Want to see kimono while in Kyoto? Here are a few suggestions on where to go to see some real beauties!
Festivals Hanamaki Deer Dancers Malcome Larcens Hanamaki Deer Dancers, with over 400 years of history, the Hanamaki festival is one of the best festivals in North Eastern Japan
10 Traditional The White Houses of Matsumoto Bonson Lam Just moments away from a canal in the town of Matsumoto, there is a row of merchant houses, the beautiful stonemasonry setting a..
10 Historical Okayama Tokoen Kenji Chida A beautiful garden residence tucked away in the Kadotayashiki neighborhood of Okayama City.