Culture Lafcadio Hearn Residence Lafcadio Hearn was born in Greece in 1850 to a father from Ireland and a mother from Greece. He was a British explorer who came to Japan in the 18th century..
Culture Takamatsu Castle Takamatsu Castle in Kagawa Prefecture is also known as Tamamo Castle. The castle was built in 1590 by Ikoma Chikamasa, the first feudal lord of the Takamatsu..
Culture National Art Center 5 (2Reviews) The National Art Center (NACT) is a unique and innovative art exhibition facility in Roppongi, Tokyo. It opened in 2007 and is located on a site previously..
Culture Atsuta Shrine 4 (1Review) Atsuta Jingu (Atsuta Shrine), also known as Atsuta Sama (Venerable Atsuta) or Miya (the Sanctuary), has been one of the most significant centers of worship..
Culture Kanteibyo Kanteibyo Temple (関帝廟) is a spiritual landmark in Yokohama’s Chinatown. It shines like a beacon of faith with its vibrant red exterior and intric..
Culture Gokoku Shrine Located on the grounds of Hiroshima Castle, Hiroshima Gokoku Jinja (広島護国神社) is a Japanese Shinto Shrine in central Hiroshima City. "Gokoku" S..
Historical The Ishioka Festival, Ibaraki 2015 Mid Sep Past Event of his busy weekend schedule to give us a tour of the city’s historic sites
Culture Yasukuni Shrine Yasukuni Shrine (Yasukuni Jinja), located in Chiyoda City, Tokyo, was established in 1869 by Emperor Meiji to commemorate and honor those who gave their..