Culture Village of the Dolls Allan Murphy Due to its proximity to the Mitsumine Shrine complex, the village once... However, times change: the ropeway to the shrine was closed in 2006.
Culture The Tranquility of Asakuchi Scott Brause Near the heart of the Inland Sea in western Japan, Asakuchi offers many historical and cultural attractions.
Culture The Ancient Yamato Region Jeanne Austry Short presentation of the Yamato region, scenery of Japan's ancient legends and myths.
Beauty & Spa The Yunohira of Yore Scott Brause Yunohira is on the route to the famous Yufuin resort, but not nearly so easy to find.
Culture The Window Exhibition 2020-2021 Oct 13th 2020 - Jan 11th 2021 Past Event A special exhibition taking place at the Marugame Genichiro Inokuma Museum of Contemporary Art looks into the importance of windows in art and architecture
Activities The Venus Line, Nagano Rey Waters A skyline drive along the Nagano Prefecture mountains. Hike the highlands, wetlands and ponds to scenic vistas.
Culture The Republic of Ezo Euan Prentis Goryokaku Park holds colourful cherry blossoms, calm open-grounds, and a powerful history as the former seat of the short-lived Republic of Ezo.
Culture The Battle of Sekigahara Chris Glenn The Battle of Sekigahara in modern day Gifu Prefecture, fought between East and West Japan on October 21, 1600, was history’s bloodiest and most decisive