Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Nakatsu Castle (Nakatsu City) was developed as a fortress from the Sengoku to Edo periods, and originally served as the political base of the Nakatsu domain. The current castle tower is a restored building, and the castle interior also serves as a museum displaying local materials and historical exhibits. Due to its location near the sea and rivers...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Yuda Onsen is a long-established hot spring town located in the center of Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. Its proximity to the city center makes it an ideal base for sightseeing and business. Dotted with large and small inns and hotels, day-use bathing facilities, and footbaths (both free and paid) make it a convenient place to visit.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Myoshinji Temple is the head temple of the Myoshinji school of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism, located in Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City. Founded in 1337 (the 4th year of the Kenmu era) by the Zen monk Kanzan Egen, it developed under the patronage of Ashikaga Takauji (the Ashikaga clan). The temple grounds are vast, with a main gate, a hojo (abbot's quarters), and...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Expo '70 Commemorative Park is a vast urban park in Suita City, Osaka Prefecture. It was created on the site of the former venue for the 1970 World Exposition (EXPO '70). It features a wide variety of landmarks, including the park's symbol, the Tower of the Sun, designed by Taro Okamoto...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Asamushi Onsen is a seaside hot spring resort located in the northeastern part of Aomori City, facing Mutsu Bay. It has long been a popular local hot spring resort, and has developed into a resort area where you can enjoy both ocean views and hot springs. The hot springs have a soft, refreshing...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Echizen Ono Castle is a mountain castle built on the summit of Shiroyama (approximately 249 meters above sea level) in Ono City, Fukui Prefecture. Its origins lie in a castle built during the Sengoku and Azuchi-Momoyama periods. Its construction is said to have been initiated by Kanamori Nagachika and others in the late 16th century, and it was established as a castle town in the area surrounding Ono.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Kamigamo Shrine (officially Kamo Wakeikazuchi Shrine) is an ancient shrine located in Kita Ward, Kyoto City. It is the upper shrine of the Kamo Shrines, which enshrines the guardian deity of the Kamo clan. Its founding is said to date back to the Asuka and Nara periods, making it a shrine deeply connected to Kyoto's history.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Ashikaga Flower Park (Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture) is a theme park with a vast expanse of seasonal flowers, and is particularly famous nationwide for its "O-Fuji" (large wisteria trellis). The park boasts a large wisteria tree said to be over 100 years old, as well as a "Fuji" (wisteria) with long, dangling pale purple tufts...

Ibusuki Onsen (Ibusuki City, Kagoshima Prefecture) — Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Ibusuki Onsen is a hot spring resort town located along the coast of Ibusuki City, Kagoshima Prefecture. Its charm lies in the scenery at the southern tip of the Satsuma Peninsula and its warm climate. It has long been known as a therapeutic hot spring resort, and developed as a hot spring resort after the Meiji period. It is particularly known for its sand baths...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Awaji Yumebutai is a complex located in Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture, designed by world-renowned architect Tadao Ando. Following the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake of 1995, it was developed with the aim of restoring the lost natural environment and revitalizing the region. The terraced landscape makes use of the terraced land facing the sea...