Fushimi Momoyama Castle (Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Fushimi Momoyama Castle is a historic site and restored structure that traces its roots back to Fushimi Castle, built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. The original Fushimi Castle was built from the Tensho period to the Keicho period, and was a stage for politics and culture...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Tsumago-juku is a post town on the Nakasendo road in Minami Kiso Town, Kiso District, Nagano Prefecture. It flourished as a post town on the Nakasendo road during the Edo period and is known for the well-preserved townscape and buildings of its past. In 1976, it was designated an Important Preservation Site for Groups of Traditional Buildings...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Nagoya City Science Museum is a comprehensive science museum located in Shirakawa Park in Naka Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. Its iconic modern, dome-shaped planetarium (a silver sphere) offers a wide range of interactive exhibits and experimental shows that can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. The facility has undergone extensive renovations...

Kyoto International Manga Museum (Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Kyoto International Manga Museum is a specialized museum that aims to preserve and publicize modern manga culture and promote international exchange. It is housed in a historic building that was once an elementary school, and...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Yokohama Marine Tower is one of the landmark towers along Yokohama's harbor, and has long been a beloved symbol of the port city. Since its construction, it has functioned as a lighthouse for navigation, while also serving as an observation facility and drinking establishment for local residents and tourists.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Kiyosato Plateau (Kiyosato District, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture) is a highland resort located at an altitude of approximately 1,200 to 1,400 meters. Developed through the efforts of American educator Paul Rusch and others before and after the war, it developed as a summer resort and health resort. Its spacious grasslands, the Hachig...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Lake Shojiko is one of the Fuji Five Lakes, located in Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is a small lake known for its tranquility and magnificent views of Mount Fuji. Formed by eruptions and lava flows from Mount Fuji, it is the smallest of the five lakes and is not a popular tourist destination.

Kibitsu Shrine (Kita Ward, Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Kibitsu Shrine is one of the major shrines representing the ancient Kibi region, and its main deity is Kibitsuhiko-no-Mikoto. It conveys the faith of the Kibi region that has continued since ancient times, and is often associated with the Momotaro legend and the history of Kibi.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Ohori Park is a public park centered around a large pond in Fukuoka City's Chuo Ward. It was created by developing the "Ohori" (large moat), which originated from the outer moat of Fukuoka Castle (Maizuru Park). The defensive waters of the castle were developed as a city park from the Meiji to Taisho periods...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Oga Shinzan Folklore Museum, located in Oga City, Akita Prefecture, is a facility that conveys the folk culture of the Oga Peninsula, focusing on Namahage (Namahage festivals). Through traditional Namahage masks and costumes, reproductions of traditional houses, documentary footage, and explanatory exhibits, visitors can learn about Namahage...