Culture Kannon: the Goddess of Mercy Elena Lisina Kannon is the Goddess of mercy and is believed to save all people. Tall statues of Kannon tower over places and can be found all across Japan.
Culture Utsunomiya – Home of Oya Stone Lisa Wallin Utsunomiya is home to Oya stone, a rock made of underwater volcanic debris.
20 Culture The Miracle of Amida Buddha Elena Lisina Ushiku is made famous by its bronze Ushiku Daibutsu statue of Amida Buddha.
14 Activities The Mysterious Island of Oshima Elena Lisina Oshima is one of the many islands of Matsushima.
Culture Kyoto’s Temple of Genuine Paradise Arlene Bastion Shinnyodo Temple is a zen zone of peace and quiet because of its bounteous green gardens.
Culture The Creations of Kenzo Tange Elena Lisina Many creations of the famous architect Kenzo Tange can be seen in Tokyo, including the Fuji TV Building, Shinjuku Park Tower and Mode Gakoen Cocoon Tower
Culture Moving of the Seto Canal Carp 2025 Sunday - Nov 30th Hida embraces the arrival of winter by organizing an event to remove carp from the canal.
