8 Temples & Shrines Shuzen-ji Hie Jinja Shrine Tomoko Kamishima Hie Jinja Shrine is one of the 3800 branch shrines under San-no So Honsha. In 807, priest Kukai set up this shrine at the same time..
Culture Japanese Painting From East to West 2021 Apr 3rd - Sep 26th 2021 Past Event A special exhibition taking place at Hakone's Okada Museum of Art looks at Japanese painting from the east to the west of the..
Culture Osore-zan Peter Sidell On the Shimokita Peninsula in Japan's Aomori prefecture, Osore-zan is a truly unique place, a still-steaming extinct volca..
Museums Exploring Matsumoto Castle Sarah Mathews I believe Matsumoto Castle should be on everyone's Japan itinerary. It is one of the four castles designated as National Treasures..
20 Culture Powerful Trees of Japan Elena Lisina The photos of different trees that have special meanings in Japan.
Culture The Charms of Kichijoji Arlene Bastion Kichijoji is a charming town meriting its reputation as the place where most Japanese want to live.
Culture Walking Historical Nikko Steve Morton If you`re looking for some escape from the bustling crowds, then explore Nikko via the Takino'o Walking Path where you'll..
12 Culture Fireworks Festival in Rinko Park Tomoko Kamishima Port city Yokohama holds a few fireworks festivals each year. And on that night, young girls usually dress up and show off their..