Culture Kobe Central Church Bonson Lam The untold story of post war Kobe, where people of faith have connected and transformed lives from around the world. There are Japanese..
10 Culture Izanagi Jingu Shrine Cathy Cawood Japan's oldest shrine, Izunagi Jingu, is found on Awaji Island.
Activities Sunrise at Ritsuun-Kyo Valley José Manuel Zardain Takeda Castle is also known as Japan’s Machu Picchu. Its more than 600 years of history, the beautiful mountains surrounding i..
Activities Trekking Mt Rokko Amanda Ho Just less than an hour from central Osaka, Mt Rokko makes for an easy day trip away from the big bustling cities of Kobe and Osaka...
12 Culture Ako: Castle of the 47 Samurai Sandra Isaka Ako Castle, completed in 1648, is known for its association with the feudal lord, Naganori Asano, whose death was avenged by 47..
Activities Christmas Flower Show on Awajishima 2025-2026 Mid Nov - Mid Jan Every winter, from mid-November to mid-January, the 'Miracle Planet Museum of Plants', on Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture,..
14 Cheers to the Spring Sunshine Takako Sakamoto Awaji Island Yumebutai Green House: Brilliant flowers radiant with soft spring sunshine. (Yumebutai means 'dream stage')...