There are various festivals all over Japan, and the contents are varied. Among them, at energetic and violent festivals, you can enjoy the thrill of watching them. Various festivals are also held in Hakata Ward, located in the center of Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Among them, “Hakata Gion Yamagasa” is one of the three major festivals in Hakata, along with “Hakata … [Read more...] about Hakata Gion Yamakasa Summer Festival, Fukuoka
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Snow Hut of Yokote, Akita
"Yokote Snow Festival" (Kamakura, Bonden) is a traditional event held in Yokote City, Akita Prefecture. It was originally a separate event, but since it was performed on the same date, it seems to have been performed at the same time. Introducing the outline and charm of this "Yokote Snow Festival", a snowy country festival. "Kamakura" (Snow Hut) was originally a sober and … [Read more...] about Snow Hut of Yokote, Akita
Sanrio Puroland, Tokyo
Sanrio Puroland is an amusement park loved by girls in Tama City, Tokyo, which is close to Kanagawa Prefecture in Tokyo. Like Tokyo Disney Resort and Universal Studio Japna, this theme park is very popular with people who like characters. Although it was certainly popular from the very beginning, there were many voices that it had not been done since becoming an adult because … [Read more...] about Sanrio Puroland, Tokyo
Stone Church (Ishi no Kyokai), Nagano
“‘Ishi no Kyokai’ (Stone Church) Kanzo UCHIMURA Memorial Hall” in Karuizawa-machi, Kitasaku-gun, Nagano Prefecture, has a unique form where stone and glass arches overlap, giving off a mysterious charm. It is an impressive church with a unique “organic architecture” that perfectly harmonizes with nature and space. A space with a solemn and sacred atmosphere made of stone and … [Read more...] about Stone Church (Ishi no Kyokai), Nagano
Misogi-jinja Nogaku-den (Misogi Shrine Noh theater), Yamanashi
In the large grounds of Misogi-jinja Shrine, the beautiful forest of trees in Yamanashi Prefecture spreads out and you will be delighted by the harmony with the dignified shrine. In addition, you can feel the power of washing your soul just by standing for a while. Misogi-jinja Shrine is famous as a shrine with the only Main Shrine of Ancient Shinto in Japan. It is said that … [Read more...] about Misogi-jinja Nogaku-den (Misogi Shrine Noh theater), Yamanashi
Kodai-ji (Kodai Zen Temple), Kyoto
There is another large temple in the Kyoto Higashiyama area, famous for Kiyomizu Temple and Yasaka Shrine. “Kodaiji” is close to the Kiyomizu-dera approach and there are many guides, so you may have heard of the name. The garden is also wonderful, and it has become a scenic spot where the name appears in the cherry blossoms and autumn leaves season. The garden and surroundings … [Read more...] about Kodai-ji (Kodai Zen Temple), Kyoto
Morioka Sansa Odori (Japanese Drum Festival), Iwate
"Morioka Sansa Odori" (Sansa Japanese Drum Festival) is one of the Tohoku Five Great Summer Festivals, along with "Aomori Nebuta Festival", "Akita Kanto Festival", "Yamagata Hanagasa Festival", and "Sendai Tanabata Festival". "Morioka Sansa Odori" will be held first among them. It is held every year from August 1st to 4th. Previously it was held until the 3rd, but since the … [Read more...] about Morioka Sansa Odori (Japanese Drum Festival), Iwate
The Warp Station Edo, Ibaraki
Speaking of historical drama sets, “Kyoto Uzumasa Eigamura” (Toei Movie Land) is famous, but it is actually also in Ibaraki. Moreover, the rate of appearance on TV and movies is very high. If you're lucky, you might be able to see the movie and actors being filmed. Why do not you go into the built set? "Warp Station Edo" is one of the most popular outdoor location facilities … [Read more...] about The Warp Station Edo, Ibaraki
Sefa Utaki (Holiest Sites), Okinawa
In Okinawa, there are many sacred places, “Utaki”, where rituals are held for gods and ancestors. One of them is the world heritage "Sefa Utaki" (Holiest Sites on Okinawa) in Nanjo City. What kind of place is the sacred place "Sefa Utaki" that is worshiped by many people today? "Sefa Utaki" is located in Nanjo City, Okinawa Prefecture, about 45 minutes by car from Naha … [Read more...] about Sefa Utaki (Holiest Sites), Okinawa
The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum, Hyogo
"The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum" is located in Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture. It is located just off the promenade “Hana no Michi” (Flower Road) in front of Takarazuka Grand Theater. The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum offers unlimited reading of Osamu Tezuka's comics and is highly recommended for anime fans. The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum exhibits the works of Osamu Tezuka, who … [Read more...] about The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum, Hyogo