Activities
Mount Kongo
Mount Kongo is the highest mountain in Osaka and from its summit, you can view the whole of the prefecture at once. It is also a..
Culture
The First Emperor of Japan
Following in the footsteps of Emperor Jimmu as he made his way across Japan to found the first Empire. He faced many challenges..
Culture
Ise Grand Shrine
Dedicated to Amaterasu, Goddess of the Sun, Ise Jingu is the most sacred Shinto Shrine in Japan. Set within an ancient forest, pilgrims..
Culture
Amami Village
A guide to the often overlooked villages of southern Osaka. An abundance of nature and history among the mountains where Osaka,..
Activities
Mount Iwawaki
A simple hike on the southern border of Osaka Prefecture. Mount Iwawaki is a great place to escape to escape the city, especially..
Culture
Katsuragi 28 Shuku Kyozuka Trail
A mysterious pilgrimage trail through the mountains separating Osaka, Wakayama and Nara Prefectures. This ancient route between..
Culture
Otori Taisha
Despite its position as one of the most important shrines in Osaka, Otori Taisha retains an air of mystery and peace. It's origins..
Culture
Sumiyoshi Taisha Grand Shrine
The largest and most important Shrine in Osaka. Sumiyoshi taisha hosts some of the oldest and most spectacular festivals in the..
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Mount Kongo
Osaka
Ise Grand Shrine
Mie
Amami Village
Osaka
Amami Onsen Nanten-en
Osaka
Mount Iwawaki
Osaka
Otori Taisha
Osaka
The Home of the Sanada Clan
Wakayama
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Culture
Awaji Bunraku Puppet Theatre
Bonson LamBunraku’s contribution throughout time, and to modern entertainment, has been recognized by UNESCO, granting it Intangible Cul..
Culture
Harvest Your Own Pearls
Bryan BaierThe Pearl Miki in Ise-Shima City in Japan's Mie Prefecture offers a pearl harvesting experience at a near-century-old pearl..
Accommodation
Top 10 Traditional Stays in Rural Japan
Veronica CarnevaleJapan’s countryside, much of which is frozen in times past, is the perfect environment to pause and look inward. The abundant ..
Culture
What the Statues Say in Japan
Elena LisinaThis article discusses some of the symbolic gestures and objects held by Buddhist statues in Japan.