Culture Hozenji Temple Among the hustle and bustle of Osaka’s renowned shopping and foodie street, Dotonbori, lies a cobblestone alleyway, Hozenji Yokocho, that leads visitors..
Culture Shukkeien Garden 5 (1Review) Shukkeien Garden, located in central Hiroshima City, is a traditional Japanese-style garden loved by visitors and locals alike. This natural oasis among..
Culture Sanjusangendo Sanjusangendo, officially called Rengeō-in, is a Buddhist temple of the Tendai sect located in the Higashiyama district of Kyoto. The temple’s main ..
Culture Beppu Fireworks Festival 2024 Late Jul The Beppu Fireworks Festival is a must-see summer event. It is held annually on either the last weekend of July or first weekend..
Culture Odawara Fish Festival 2024 Mid May The coastal city of Odawara hosts the annual Odawara Fish Festival, a family-friendly event with various ways to enjoy seafood and..
Culture Gion's Hassaku, Kyoto 2024 Thursday - Aug 1st The first of August is a very special day in Kyoto’s Gion neighbourhood. Named after a term which designates the first day of ..
Culture Minoo Park Minoo Park, also referred to as Mino or Minoh, is a forested area on the outskirts of Osaka that provides residents and visitors alike a peaceful haven..
Museums Sunomata, The One Night Castle Chris Glenn According to legend, Sunomata Castle was constructed overnight, hence its other name, Ichiya, or “One Night” Castle.