Historical Hokoji Temple and its Fatal Bell Takako Sakamoto Hokoji Temple in Kyoto has a very dramatic, fatal bell on its premises, which doomed and led the Toyotomi Clan to destruction. They..
Temples & Shrines Daigoji Temple in Kyoto Peter Sidell Daigoji (醍醐寺) is a Buddhist temple found in an attractive forest setting in the ancient capital of Kyoto. An exquisite trad..
Culture Harajuku Omotesando Super Yosakoi 2024 Late Aug For the time of a weekend, thousands of dancers in over a hundrer of dance squad from all around the country gather in Harajuku..
Culture Haneda's New Year Edo Festival 2025 Early Jan Haneda Edo Festival 2017: Tokyo's Haneda Airport welcomes the New Year with Edo style events.
Culture Nunoike Cathedral Chris Glenn Nunoike is Nagoya and Central Japan's largest Catholic Cathedral, with a Gothic Revivalist architectural style and 50m belfries..
Museums Aizu Wakamatsu Castle Bryan Baier Reconstructed 16th century castle with well preserved stone walls and stunning grounds
Festivals Subzero Forest Ice Festival 2025 Mid Feb The Subzero Forest Ice Festival in Takayama is held on the second Saturday of February every year, and it combines icicles and lights..