Isonokami Shrine (Tenri City, Nara Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Isonokami Shrine is an ancient shrine located in Tenri City, Nara Prefecture, and is one of the most prestigious shrines in Japan, dating back to ancient times. The shrine grounds are surrounded by a quiet forest (Furu no Mori), and the long approach and ancient shrine grove remain. Since ancient times, it has been used as a repository of weapons and military equipment...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Mount Bizan is a mountain towering over the urban area of Tokushima City, Tokushima Prefecture, at an elevation of approximately 290 meters. It has long been a beloved landmark of Tokushima (formerly Awa Province). Its proximity to the city makes it easy to visit, and from the summit you can enjoy panoramic views of the Yoshino River, Tokushima City, and the Seto Inland Sea...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Ashio Copper Mine, located in Ashio Town, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture, is one of Japan's leading historic mining heritage sites. Copper production began in the Edo period, and the mine underwent full-scale modernization and expansion from the Meiji period onwards. Mining progressed particularly under the management of Ichibei Furukawa (Furukawa) and others, and the mine became a national treasure.

Kurushima-Kaikyo Bridge (Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Kurushima-Kaikyo Bridge is a series of suspension bridges spanning the Kurushima Strait in the Seto Inland Sea, located in Imabari City, Ehime Prefecture. Opened in 1999 as part of the Nishi-Seto Expressway (Shimanami Kaido), it is an important crossing point connecting Shikoku (Imabari) with the surrounding islands...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Inujima is a small inhabited island belonging to Setouchi City, Okayama Prefecture. Its unique atmosphere, combining the tranquil scenery of the Seto Inland Sea with industrial relics and contemporary art, is a fascinating sight. A copper refinery (Inujima Smelter) once supported the island's industry, but the refinery was abandoned and remains are now preserved.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Oasis 21 is an urban complex located in Sakae (south of Hisaya Odori Park), the heart of Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. Its most distinctive feature is the "Water Spaceship," a large glass roof filled with water. The water's surface reflects the sky, creating a futuristic landscape.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) - The Little World Museum of Man is an outdoor museum showcasing life-size reproductions and displays of traditional homes and lifestyles from around the world. A major feature of the museum is that visitors can actually see relocated and restored homes and buildings outdoors, and even go inside to experience the tools and lifestyles of those who lived there.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Shoren-in Temple is a Tendai sect temple located in the Okazaki and Heian Shrine area of Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City. Its official name is "Shoren-in Monzeki." Carrying on the tradition of monzeki temples where monks of imperial or aristocratic descent serve as chief priests, it boasts elegant and dignified buildings and calligraphy.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Lake Shinji is a brackish water lake that spreads across the urban area of Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, and is one of the most representative inland bays along the Sea of Japan. The lake's surface is relatively large, and the changing light from morning to evening reveals a variety of different expressions, making the "Lake Shinji Sunset" a famous tourist attraction. The lake has long been a fishing...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Nago Castle Park is a lush green park centered around the castle ruins in Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture. The park was developed on the site of the castle ruins (Nago Castle Ruins), which is said to have once been the base of the local area, including the "Nago Anji." The park features stone walls, ruins, walking trails, and observation spaces.