Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Chikubushima is a small island in the northern part of Lake Biwa, located in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture. It has long been an object of worship and is known as a sacred site that retains strong traces of Shinto-Buddhist syncretism. The island is home to the Tendai sect's Hogonji Temple and Tsukubushima...

Takeda Shrine (Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Takeda Shrine is a shrine dedicated to the Sengoku period daimyo Takeda Shingen (1521–1573) and is located on the site of Tsutsujigasaki Castle in the center of Kofu City. Tsutsujigasaki Castle was the residence of the Takeda clan, and even today its earthworks, dry moats, and other structures remain...

[Overview (History, Features, and Attractions)] Yoro Falls (Yoro Town, Yoro District, Gifu Prefecture) is one of Japan's most famous waterfalls, known for its stunning drop and the stunning scenery of the waterfall surrounded by greenery. The name comes from the legend of "Nurturing Old Age (Yoro)," and it is said that a spring associated with a story of filial piety became the source of rejuvenating water...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Kasama Inari Shrine is one of the most representative Inari shrines in Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture, and has long been a place of worship for the local community. The main deity enshrined here is Ukanomitama-no-Kami, a deity associated with Inari, who is said to bring prosperity to business, bountiful harvests, and safety for the home.

Overview (History, Features, and Appeal) Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery was founded by Masataka Taketsuru, known as the father of whiskey making, and is located on the coast of Yoichi Town, Hokkaido. Founded in 1934 (Showa 9), the distillery adapted traditional whiskey production methods learned in Scotland to the Japanese climate...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Cape Muroto is a cape in eastern Kochi Prefecture, jutting out from the southeastern tip of Muroto City. Its majestic scenery, including rugged sea cliffs, oddly shaped rocks, and a wide horizon, is a defining feature. Known since ancient times as a key navigation point, the entire cape is known as "Muroto..." for its precious marine topography and geological features.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Niyodo River is a representative clear stream of Kochi Prefecture, known nationwide for its crystal clear blue water, known as "Niyodo Blue." Niyodogawa Town is located in the middle to upper reaches of the river, and is home to the pristine Tosa landscape, including abundant nature, beautiful valleys, and submerged bridges (low-water bridges).

Mizuki Shigeru Road (Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Mizuki Shigeru Road is a shopping street-style street stretching approximately 800 meters from Sakaiminato Station in Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture. It is a tourist spot themed around yokai (ghosts) from manga artist Shigeru Mizuki's masterpiece, "GeGeGe no Kitaro." It was established in 1993...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Kifune Shrine is an ancient shrine located in Kurama Kifune-cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, dedicated to the water god Takaokami-no-kami. Since ancient times, it has been worshipped as a god of water blessings and rainmaking, and since the Heian period, it has been revered by members of the imperial family and aristocrats.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Meganebashi Bridge is a stone arch bridge spanning the Nakajima River in Nagasaki City. It was named after the way the arches of the bridge and their reflections in the water resemble glasses. Built during the Edo period, it is one of the oldest stone bridges in Japan.