"Hita City" remains a Japanese tasteful landscape in western Oita Prefecture. The Hita Basin surrounded by mountains is popular as a small town where you can feel the Showa era, such as a houseboat that is said to be a feature of Hita Onsen and a small Kyoto “Mamedacho shopping street” in Hita that can be said to be a feature of Japan. Hita City is a mountainous town rich in … [Read more...] about Hita Yakata-bune (Roofed Pleasure Boat), Oita
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Ine no Funaya (The Boat Garage House of Ine), Kyoto
The lagoon city of Venice, where gondolas come and go around the city. Do you know Ine-cho in Kyoto, which has become a hot topic overseas that resembles the scene? It is called “Venice of Japan”, and if you go to an area with its own traditional buildings, it will be a different world. You can forget your daily life and enjoy the old Japanese scenery. Ine-cho Town is located … [Read more...] about Ine no Funaya (The Boat Garage House of Ine), Kyoto
Sendai Pageant of Starlight, Miyagi
“Sendai Pageant of Starlight” is a winter tradition in Sendai. This Sendai Pageant of Starlight, which started in 1986 with the desire to “brighten winter Sendai” and “forest city to light city”, has been held through donations and support from many people. 160 zelkova trees on Jozenji Street are wrapped in beautiful shine. Sendai Pageant of Starlight is the most popular … [Read more...] about Sendai Pageant of Starlight, Miyagi
Takkoku no iwaya, Iwate
Do you think of Chusonji or Motsuji when you hear “Hiraizumi”? In fact, most people walk around and go home. But if you visit Hiraizumi, there are hidden sights that you want to visit. That is "Bettou Takkoku Saikoji Temple". Some of you may have heard the name “Takkoku no iwaya Bishamondo”. Upon arrival, there will be a reception desk and you will pay 300 yen to enter. … [Read more...] about Takkoku no iwaya, Iwate
Samurai Kembu Theater, Kyoto
In the past, Samurai was said to have danced with a sword and a fan for spiritual unity and inspiration before the battle. The Samurai Kembu Theater opened in 2014 to promote the sword dance experience for foreigners that began in the local Otsu City, where the master of the sword dance school “Seiga style”, Magari Ouga. You can actually experience it. In addition to the Otsu … [Read more...] about Samurai Kembu Theater, Kyoto
Senganmon (Natural Stone Gate), Shizuoka
Senganmon (Natural Stone Gate) is located in Kumomi (Nishiizu area), Matsuzaki-cho, Shizuoka Prefecture, and is a rock with a submarine volcano appearing on the ground. In the basement of the volcano, there is a magma passage where magma passes from deep underground. The magma path that has risen due to crustal movements and appears on the surface is called the “volcanic root”. … [Read more...] about Senganmon (Natural Stone Gate), Shizuoka
Danjiri Festival, Osaka
Many Japanese people think of the “Danjiri Festival” when they hear that it is a festival in Kansai. Speaking of the Danjiri Festival, the highlights are “Yarimawashi” (turn-around), which changes the direction of Danjiri, and elaborate sculptures carved into Danjiri. Every year, many fans come from all over the country to see the great power. The Danjiri Festival is a shinto … [Read more...] about Danjiri Festival, Osaka
Kyoto Gozan Okuribi, Kyoto
Kyoto Gozan Okuribi (Mountain Bonfire) is a traditional bonfire tradition event that takes place every year in August at Mt. Nyoigatake in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto. It is widely known throughout Japan as “Daimonji-yaki” and “Daimonji-no-Okuribi”, but it is officially called “Gozan Okuribi”. The spirit of the dead, "Seirei", welcomed to the Bon Festival, has a religious meaning that … [Read more...] about Kyoto Gozan Okuribi, Kyoto
Alternative Theatre, Tokyo
Theatrical theater exclusively operated by Shinjuku Studio Alta is located on the 7th floor of Marion, Yurakucho, Tokyo. The place that used to be a movie theater has been reborn as a place where you can witness live theater. “Alternative Theater” offers entertainment that transcends the language of the country, with the idea of Tokyo 2020 in mind. The light pillar that rises … [Read more...] about Alternative Theatre, Tokyo
Ninja Museum, Mie
Do you know Iga Ninja? They were ninja who had a base in Iga City, Mie Prefecture, and they were ninjas who were excellent in body surgery through rigorous training since childhood. Today, Ueno Park in Iga City has a museum that conveys the culture of the ninjas. Isn't ninja a fictional entity? Maybe there are people who say. However, if you visit Iga Ninja Village even if you … [Read more...] about Ninja Museum, Mie