Historical Kehi Jingu Shrine in Tsuruga, Fukui Takako Sakamoto Kehi Jingu Shrine in Tsuruga, Fukui, has watched over the lives of the local people since the 8th century. It has the third tallest..
Culture Waraji Festival 2026 Early Aug Named after the traditional 'waraij' straw sandals, Fukushima's annual festival to mark the summer kicks off in early..
Online Culture Echizen Asakura Mantoya Lightup 2026 Late Aug Echizen Asakura Mantoya in Fukui is an annual summer illumination event held at the ancient historical site, Ichijodani Asakura..
Culture Kakyo Park Home to Konpira Shrine, Kakyo Park (花筐公園) is located in eastern Echizen City and not far from its famed 'Paper Village'.
Culture Discover Shiga Prefecture: Events at COCOSHIGA in T... Ryan Noble Explore the delicacies and crafts of Shiga Prefecture without ever leaving Tokyo. Visit COCOSHIGA for Shiga-made products and events...
Culture Ritsurin Garden 4.5 (2Reviews) One of the most famous historical gardens in Japan, Ritsurin Garden in Kagawa Prefecture is home to sprawling verdant landscape, a tea house, folk art..
Historical The Exquisite Kibitsu Shrine Suwannee Payne The Kibitsu Shrine is a gem of the Kibi plain, loaded with beautiful and tranquil structures, gardens and trees, history, culture..
Culture Karuizawa Half Marathon 2026 Sunday - May 17th The resort town of Karuizawa in Nagano is a popular destination for various outdoor recreation pursuits, from cycling to skiing...