Culture Wakayama Castle In 1585, warlord Toyotomi Hideyoshi was looking for some way to strengthen his hold over the southern part of the Kansai region. He commissioned his younger..
Culture Nippon Budokan The Nippon Budokan, located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, is one of Japan’s most iconic cultural and sporting venues. Originally built for the judo competition..
Culture Uchikoza Kabuki Theater Step into the world of Japan’s traditional performing arts at Uchikoza, one of the country’s few remaining original working theaters. Built in 1916..
Culture Shirakabe Dozogai Street Hida Furukawa's Shirakabe Dozogai Street (白壁土蔵街) is a charming and non-commercial heritage site which reflects, perfectly, the culture and ..
Culture Shibuya Scramble Crossing Shibuya Crossing is located just outside Shibuya Station in Tokyo, one of the busiest pedestrian intersections in the world and a symbol of the city's..