Historical Kanamaru-za Theater Tony Mariani Kotohira is home to the oldest operating Kabuki theater in Japan, the Kanamaru-za. It's fascinating to visit even when there isn't a show on.
9 Historical More on Kibi no Makabi Park Judith Mikami A quiet park setting in the countryside of Mabi town.
Culture Otsuka Museum of Art, Tokushima Takako Sakamoto The unique Otsuka Museum of Art has more than 1,000 faithfully reproduced replicas of western masterpieces of art in their original size and color.
8 Temples & Shrines The Holy Shinto Shrine Ise Jingu Masato Kitamura Ise Jingu in Ise City is the most sacred Shinto shrine in Japan.
Museums Yoshinogari Historical Park Neal Dang The Stamp Rally takes place in Yoshinogari Historial Park every year in Saga Prefecture.
14 Gardens & Parks Yokokan Garden: Summer Stroll Takako Sakamoto Yokokan Garden in Fukui is a traditional, beautiful, yet comfortably compact Japanese garden. Its natural beauty can be enjoyed all year-round.