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.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Sagano Scenic Railway (official name: Sagano Scenic Railway/Torocco Train) is a tourist train that connects Saga-Arashiyama in Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, and Kameoka. Originally running on the old San'in Main Line, it was replaced by a new line in 1989 and then restored for tourist use in 1991.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Toretore Market (official name: Toretore Market Nanki Shirahama) is a large fresh fish and specialty market located in Shirahama Town, Nishimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture. It offers a wide variety of products, including fresh seafood caught at fishing ports around Shirahama, local agricultural products, dried and processed fish, souvenirs, and restaurants, all under one roof...

Kawagoe Festival Hall (Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture) — Overview The Kawagoe Festival Hall is a museum-like facility showcasing the charms of the Kawagoe Festival and its float culture, which have been passed down through the generations in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture. Actual floats are on permanent display, and visitors can learn about the history and techniques of the festival through demonstrations of mechanical puppets and videos and documents related to the festival.

Jingoji Temple (Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture) — Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Jingoji Temple is an ancient temple nestled in the mountains of Takao, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City. It is known for its tranquil atmosphere surrounded by deep forests and the abundant nature (especially the autumn foliage) that colors the stone steps and approach to the temple. It was founded in the Heian period...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Omotesando refers to the stylish and relaxed boulevard and surrounding area that runs along the border between Shibuya and Minato Wards in Tokyo. Originally developed as the approach to Meiji Shrine (Omotesando), it is a lush green area lined with zelkova and ginkgo trees.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Takaragawa Onsen is a hot spring resort centered around Takaragawa Onsen Ousenkaku, a long-established hot spring inn located in Minakami Town, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture. It features a group of open-air baths with large rock baths along a mountain stream, and is a large-scale hot spring resort set amidst the natural scenery.