In the precincts of Nanzenji Temple there is "Suirokaku" (a high-rise waterway structure) which was created to draw water of Lake Biwa into Kyoto city. It was built in 1890, it passed through Nanzenji Temple's precincts and was designed to be designed with consideration of the surrounding landscape. Lake Biwa Canal Water plays an important role not only to carry drinking water … [Read more...] about Nanzen-ji Suirokaku
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Mt. Moiwa, Hokkaido
"Mt. Moiwa" at an altitude of 531 meters located near the center of Sapporo city. It is also counted as one of the "New Three Major Night Scenes in Japan", and the night view that can be seen from the observation platform is very popular. In addition, Mt. Moiwa is crowded with mountaineers during the summer weekend. The night view of Mt. Moiwa is reputed as being very … [Read more...] about Mt. Moiwa, Hokkaido
Kyoto Station Building, Kyoto
"Kyoto Station Building" which is the gateway to tourist city Kyoto. The station building where the huge space itself emits an overwhelming presence like contemporary art is actually a sightseeing spot full of sights. Concourse of the station has a huge space spreading, it is a mysterious space with straight lines, curves, geometric patterns and abstract objects. Hotel Granvia … [Read more...] about Kyoto Station Building, Kyoto
Yume no Tsuribashi (Dream Suspension Bridge), Shizuoka
Shizuoka prefecture is adjacent to Yamanashi prefecture and Nagano prefecture in the north, it is also famous as a sightseeing spot in the Southern Japanese Alps. Especially famous is "Sumatakyo Gorge" which is a valley of Nemoto Town which is located back from the Oi River. "Sumatakyo Gorge" is a huge valley area in the tributary of the Oigawa, a place famous for enjoying … [Read more...] about Yume no Tsuribashi (Dream Suspension Bridge), Shizuoka
Arakurayama-Sengen Park, Yamanashi
"Arakurayama Sengen Park" famous as a spot where you can see Mt. Fuji. It is known not only for Mt. Fuji but also for cherry blossoms. There are many places where you can see Cherry blossoms and Mt. Fuji, but there is no place where you can see elegant Japanese landscape as Arakurayama Sengen Park. In the garden, there is a memorial tower of the war dead called "Churei-to" … [Read more...] about Arakurayama-Sengen Park, Yamanashi
Nihondaira, Shizuoka
"Nihondaira" at the boundary between Shizuoka City Shimizu Ward and Suruga Ward is a scenic spot representing Shizuoka prefecture. Although it seems to be a plain from the name, it actually consists of Mt. Udo summit of 307 meters in height and its neighborhood. There is a legend that YAMATO Takeru no Mikoto (a prince of Emperor Keiko, a hero in ancient Japan) stood on the … [Read more...] about Nihondaira, Shizuoka
Okinawa Fruits Land, Okinawa
"Okinawa Fruits Land" is located in Northern part of Okinawa, about an hour and a half from Naha Airport. It is a landmark with a vivid signboard that will come to you as you come north on the car. The inside of the park consists of fruit zone and area of bird zone. There are many rare animals and plants of the southern country in each zone. Admission fee is 1,000 yen for … [Read more...] about Okinawa Fruits Land, Okinawa
Kouri Ohashi Bridge, Okinawa
There is Kouri Island in the northern part of Okinawa Prefecture, which took about an hour and a half from Naha by car. It is a perfect island to drive along with the Churaumi Aquarium so you can cross over the bridge from Okinawa main island and go by day trip from Naha. Although it is Kouri Island tied with the main island by a bridge, the blue sea with its transparent … [Read more...] about Kouri Ohashi Bridge, Okinawa
Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, Kanagawa
Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, one of the spots to visit in Yokohama sightseeing. A retro atmosphere using historic buildings used as warehouses and a landscape close to the port of Yokohama is very popular as a tourist destination representing Yokohama. As a sightseeing spot, as a date spot, many people visit regardless of age. This facility celebrates the centennial of its … [Read more...] about Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse, Kanagawa
Ueno Sky Bridge, Gunma
"Ueno Sky Bridge" is a suspension bridge dedicated to pedestrians in Ueno Mura, Gumma Prefecture. The Ueno Sky Bridge, 225 meters long connecting "Kawawa nature parks" and "Forest of Mahoba", is one of Japan's leading suspension bridges. Also, from the Ueno Sky Bridge, which is 90 meters high, you can see the beautiful mountain scenery and village. It is a popular sightseeing … [Read more...] about Ueno Sky Bridge, Gunma