Historical Breathe in the Sun in Matsue Featured A trip to Matsue wouldn’t be complete without seeing the sunset over Lake Shinji. This view is included in Japan’s list of one..
Culture Matsue Castle: A Reminder of the Past Featured Matsue is a traditional castle town, with one of only twelve original remaining castles nationwide as its foremost symbol.
8 Museums Tottori Sand Museum: A Mesmerizing Exhibit Judith Mikami A museum where sand sculpture can be seen at its best. The first museum of its type in the world which brings together leading sculptures..
Culture Sasago Beach, a Shimane Secret Judith Mikami You have to drive over a weirdly tall bridge and wind down this narrow road, straight in front you will see a pristine beach with..
Historical Bitchu Kokubunji and Pagoda Judith Mikami Bitchu Kokubunji is located in Soja City and is recorded as the last five-story pagoda to be built in Japan. Surrounded by beautiful..
Historical Untoan Temple outside Muikamachi Rufus Starbuck A famous temple in the Minami Uonuma region that has played an important part in local history.
Historical Former Residence of Lafcadio Hearn Featured When walking the streets of Matsue, you might notice the image of a Westerner on signs, and some quotes engraved on stone plaques..
9 Historical More on Kibi no Makabi Park Judith Mikami Kibi no Makabi is the father and creator of katakana characters which make up the one third of the Japanese language. This park..