Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Ryukyu Glass Village (Yomitan Village, Nakagami District, Okinawa Prefecture) is a complex where you can enjoy the traditional Okinawan craft of Ryukyu glass. Ryukyu glass is said to have originated after World War II, when it was made from recycled materials such as American military bottles. Its unique thickness, bubbles, vibrant blues and greens...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Mount Tenran is a small mountain with an elevation of approximately 197 meters in Hanno City, Saitama Prefecture. It is a popular hiking spot that is easily accessible from the city. Its name is said to derive from the phrase "Tenran" (the Emperor's view), and Emperor Meiji built this area...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Harajiri Falls is one of the most famous waterfalls in Bungo-Ono City, Oita Prefecture. Its wide waterfall is also known as the "Niagara of the Orient." It's approximately 120 meters wide and 20 meters high, and the wide, horizontal spread of the water as it flows down is truly impressive.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Asukayama Park (Kita Ward, Tokyo) is one of Tokyo's oldest parks, known since the Edo period for its cherry blossoms. It was developed as a park in the Meiji period and has been beloved by Tokyo residents ever since. The park's terrain makes use of the slightly elevated slopes of Mt. Asukayama, and in spring, approximately 600 Someiyo trees bloom...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Sarugakoen Park is a scenic spot in Hirakawa City, Aomori Prefecture, home to Sarugako Shrine and the beautiful Saruga Pond. Developed around Sarugako Shrine, which has long been a beloved place of worship for the local community, the park offers a variety of natural scenery to enjoy throughout the seasons.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Shimane Museum of Ancient Izumo is a specialized museum that exhibits the ancient history and archaeological materials of the Izumo region. Its aim is to shed light on the true nature of "ancient Izumo" through excavated artifacts and restored exhibits closely linked to the myths and beliefs of Izumo, including Izumo Taisha Shrine and Inasa Beach.

Overview (History, Features, and Appeal) Nakanoshima Library (Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library) is a historic public library located in Nakanoshima, Kita Ward, Osaka City. Built between the Meiji and Taisho periods, the library features a stately red brick and granite exterior, a high-ceiling reading room, and wooden bookshelves, all of which are characteristic of classical library architecture.

Overview (History, Features, and Appeal) The Sendai Tanabata Festival is one of the Tohoku region's most famous summer festivals, held annually in early August (generally August 6th-8th) in Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. Its origins date back to the Edo period, when it was based on events held by the Sendai domain and the customs of the common people. The large-scale street decorations seen today...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Kehi Shrine is an ancient shrine in Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture, that has long been worshipped as the local guardian deity. Its founding dates back to ancient times and its name is even mentioned in the Engishiki (Chronicles of the Engishiki), where it is particularly revered as the guardian deity of maritime traffic safety, shipping, and fishing.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Furumine Shrine is an ancient shrine located in Furuminegahara, Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture, with a long history linked to mountain worship. Since ancient times, it has been worshipped as a place of prayer for the subjugation of the Emishi and the protection of the mountains, and is beloved as the guardian deity of the region.