Historical Bando POW Camp Site, Tokushima Takako Sakamoto Can you imagine any POW camp being a paradise? I couldn't, until I learned about this Bando POW Camp in WWI, from 1917 to 1920..
Culture Tateyama Castle (Hakkenden Museum) Jessica A Paje Tateyama Castle is just one of four castles in Chiba Prefecture. Also known as Hakkenden Museum, it is nestled among the lush,..
Culture Utsubo Park, Osaka Charlotte Griffiths Looking for a relaxing spot to escape the crowds of Osaka? Nestled in Nishi-ku is Utsubo Park, the perfect place to unwind, su..
Culture The Mask Makers of Osaka Bonson Lam Noh plays are an abstract form of performance that blends dance, music and acting, all into one spiritual whole. Like many abstract..
Historical Yokohama Kantei-Byo Shrine Tomoko Kamishima Kantei-byo (関帝廟) is a Chinese shrine dedicated to “Kanwu” who is a famous general in the well-known Chinese historical nov..
Culture Lotus Flowers at Hachimangu Shrine Takako Sakamoto Pink and white lotus flowers in the ponds at Hachimangu Shrine in Kamakura
Culture Hiroshima Food Festival 2026 Late Oct This festival is a food-lovers paradise, showcasing local food and drink from all 23 cities and towns across Hiroshima Prefecture...
Culture Kazurabashi - Rope Bridge of Iya Anonymous A traditional vine-rope bridge located in Tokushima Prefecture's Iya Valley region. A beautiful work of engineering in a gorgeous..