Activities Mount Aso 5 (2Reviews) Mount Aso, the largest active volcano in Japan, is located in Kumamoto, Kyushu. Arguably the prefecture's biggest attraction, Mount Aso is a prime..
Activities Umi Jigoku Umi Jigoku ("Sea hell") is one of Beppu's seven 'Hells', renowned hot spring attractions known for their unique natural appearances (not bathing!). The..
Culture Aso Shrine Aso Shrine is a Shinto Shrine in Aso, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan. Aso is one of the oldest shrines in Japan. This shrine holds several Important Cul..
Culture Komyozenji Temple The Komyozenji Temple in Kyoto is a Buddhist temple that was founded in 1273 by the Buddhist priest Tetsugyu Enshin. The temple is known for its rhododendrons,..
Culture Kumamoto Castle 5 (3Reviews) Kumamoto Castle is the third largest castle in Japan and one of its most popular historic sites. Originally built in the early 1600s by renowned castle..
Culture Saga Prefectural Nagoya Castle Museum Saga Prefectural Nagoya Castle Museum is located on the southern end of the Nagoya Castle ruins and is an invaluable educational asset for the history..
Activities Gunkanjima 4.5 (2Reviews) Officially known as Hashima, Gunkanjima (軍艦島, “Battleship Island”) flourished as a coal mining community, starting in 1890. The coal mine closed ..
Culture Kokura Castle Kokura Castle is a castle in Kitakyushu, Japan. It was built by Hosokawa Tadaoki starting in 1602, with construction completed in 1608. [Wikipedia] ..