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 of his samurai - one of
Culture Okayama Castle Noro Randria almost entirely in black lacquer boards, much like Matsumoto Castle in Nagano
Culture Tokyo to Ishikawa Veronica Carnevale Pottery Making at Taku Nakano CeramicArts☆ When I finished... (about 15 minutes) and then walked an additional five minutes to Taku Nakano
Shopping RENEW: Factory Tour & Market 2026 Mid Oct Nakano Tomoaki - website Specializing in a wide variety of lacquerware
Activities Mysterious Lake: Onneto Tomoko Kamishima Mysterious Lake: Onento is a beautiful lake sitting just west of Lake Akan, east Hokkaido.
11 Culture Oishi Jinja: Honoring 47 Samurai Sandra Isaka Ako's Oishi Shrine is dedicated to the 47 loyal samurai of the Asano feudal lord.
Food The Regional Cuisine of Kyushu Sleiman Azizi offal stew perfect in winter and the simple but distinctice flavour of takana
Kooky, Lovable, Affordable Japan Scott Brause An adult full day lift ticket at the best resorts in Nagano averages a