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.
Culture 1,000 Samurai Procession in Nikko 2025 Sunday - May 18th Designated as a World Heritage site since 1999, thousands of locals gather at Toshogu Shrine to parade in Nikko’s traditional warrior attire
Historical Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine Featured Omori Town is part of the Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine World Heritage Site, which is one of Japan’s most important mining areas.
Culture Okinawa's Main Island Anonymous Having done that on the first night I was there, I decided that it would... I would recommend renting a car as it certainly works out to be cheaper
Historical A Visit to Koyasan: Kongobuji Su Stori Headquarters of Shingon Buddhism & World Heritage Site
Culture Enryaku-ji Temple Enryaku-ji Temple, located on Mount Hiei in Otsu, overlooks all of Kyoto from its serene mountaintop. The temple was founded in 788 in the early Heian..