“The beginning of things starts with Sakai”. Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, once prospered as a trade city and known as the birthplace of many cultures. Speaking of Sakai, it is a place where many … [Read More...] about Daisen Mounded Tomb (Mausoleum of Emperor Nintoku), Osaka
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Pantu Festival, Okinawa
"Pantu Festival" is an event to get rid of evil spirits that is taking place in Miyakojima, Okinawa Prefecture. It is an unusual rare festival in other parts of Japan and has also been designated as important intangible folk cultural asset. The Pantu Festival … [Read More...] about Pantu Festival, Okinawa
Soma Nomaoi Festival, Fukushima
"Soma Nomaoi Festival" (Equestrian Warrior Festival) is a festival held in July 23 to 25 every year in Haramachi City, Fukushima Prefecture. A cavalry group of men running through in the scorching sun! The scenery spreads as though it was time traveling. The … [Read More...] about Soma Nomaoi Festival, Fukushima
Nagasaki-Kunchi Festival, Nagasaki
The Edo Shogunate of Japan closed the country to foreigners. In such circumstances, Nagasaki, which was one of the few contacts with overseas, was a city where its own culture developed. The exotic "Nagasaki-Kunchi Festival" will be famous especially in … [Read More...] about Nagasaki-Kunchi Festival, Nagasaki
Matsuyama-jo Castle, Ehime
It is exactly the landmark of Matsuyama City "Matsuyama-jo Castle" is located in the center of Matsuyama city in Ehime Prefecture, and it is built at the top of Mt. Katsuyama where you can see the city from there. It is one of "the 12 Castles with Existing … [Read More...] about Matsuyama-jo Castle, Ehime
Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort, Nagasaki
"Entertainment" superb view where you can play all day Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture, popular for Huis Ten Bosch and Sasebo burger etc. Among them, "Kujukushima" is a superb view spot not to be missed. This area by Rias Coast and the islands is not only a … [Read More...] about Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort, Nagasaki
Hanayashiki Amusement Park, Tokyo
Famous as the oldest amusement park in Japan, "Hanayashiki Amusement Park" has a lot of retro and nostalgic attractions. However, not only that, but in recent years there have also been state-of-the-art mysterious attractions and photogenic … [Read More...] about Hanayashiki Amusement Park, Tokyo
Dorokyo (Doro Gorge), Nara
"Dorokyo" (Doro Gorge) is a valley upstream of the Kitayama River that spans the three prefectures of the Kii Peninsula. In Gakkyo, the water jet promoting boat that can only be enjoyed here is popular, and it is popular for refreshing in nature. You can enjoy … [Read More...] about Dorokyo (Doro Gorge), Nara
Warai Matsuri (Laughing Festival), Wakayama
There are many “weird” festivals in Japan in the sense of modern people. Among them, there are several festivals mainly for laughing called “Laughter Festival”. As symbolized by the "laughter" that appears in "Ama no Iwato myth" by "Kojiki" (The Records of … [Read More...] about Warai Matsuri (Laughing Festival), Wakayama
Edo Tokyo Museum, Tokyo
The Edo-Tokyo Museum is a metropolitan museum located next to Ryogoku Kokugikan, which is famous as a symbol of Ryogoku, Tokyo. It opened in 1993 as a museum that tells the history and culture of Edo and Tokyo. The purpose is to collect, preserve and exhibit … [Read More...] about Edo Tokyo Museum, Tokyo