9 Temples & Shrines Zojo-ji Brian Wood-Koiwa Zojo-ji has a long history dating back to 1393, but like most temples in... Zojo-ji was moved to its present location in 1590.
Museums Tobe Mukashi no Kurashikan Anonymous The Tobe Mukashi no Kurashikan, or the House of Yesteryear’s Living offers a fascinating glimpse into life in the last century.
13 Culture Hakodate: From dusk until dark R.S. Reynolds first visit to Hakodate started with an arrival at the main train station in... In my two hours atop the mountain I saw the city transform from sun-drenched
Culture Mibu no Hana Taue 2024 Early Jun It was awarded UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status in 2011.
Historical Mito's Kobuntei Elysse Hurtado Finally reopened after several long months of reconstruction, Mito’s historically rich Kobuntei could be considered the jewel in the crown of the city’
12 Traditional Shirakawa-go at Golden Week Cathy Cawood The Japanese village of Shirakawa-go is a World Heritage Site with many thatched roof houses in a beautiful mountain setting.
12 Museums Aomori A-Factory Peter Sidell On the waterfront in Japan's Aomori City, A-Factory showcases locally produced food and drinks, with stands selling apple cider, juices, seafood, cakes
7 Historical Bluff No.18 Tomoko Kamishima The garden is beautifully yellow when the Ginko leaves change color in autumn