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  • Shikinaen Garden (Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture)

    Kiyosumi Garden (Koto Ward, Tokyo)

    Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Kiyosumi Garden is a typical strolling garden with a pond and forest in Koto Ward, Tokyo. Originally a garden for feudal lords and private residences from the Edo to Meiji periods, it was remodeled into its current form during the Meiji and Taisho periods. It features large and small artificial hills, stonework, and...
  • Shikinaen Garden (Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture)

    Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Shikina-en Garden, located in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture, is a garden from the Ryukyu Kingdom era. It is a prime example of a Chinese-style strolling garden, originally built as a guest house and villa for the Ryukyu Kingdom. The garden features islands, bridges, teahouses, and rest areas centered around a pond, and features distinctive Ryukyu red-tiled roofs and stonework...
  • Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (Koto-ku, Tokyo)

    Shoshazan Engyo-ji Temple (Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture)

    [Overview (History, Features, and Attractions)] Shoshazan Engyo-ji Temple is an ancient Tendai Buddhist temple located on top of Mount Shosha in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture. It is said to have been founded by Shoku Shonin in 966 (the third year of the Kōhō era), and the group of temples and pagodas scattered along the mountain's ridge have a long history...
  • Furofushi Onsen (Fukaura Town, Aomori Prefecture)

    Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Furofushi Onsen is a hot spring inn (hot spring resort) located along the Sea of Japan in Fukaura Town, western Aomori Prefecture. Its greatest attraction is its "open-air bath that becomes one with the sea." From the open-air bath jutting out from the cliff, you can gaze upon the Sea of Japan stretching out before you, and on clear days, the beautiful sunset sinking into the horizon...
  • Tsuyama Castle (Tsuyama City, Okayama Prefecture)

    Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Tsuyama Castle (also known as Tsuyama Park) is a castle ruins park located in the center of Tsuyama City, Okayama Prefecture. It is believed to have been developed by Mori Tadamasa and others during the Keicho era (early Edo period), and castle remains from the Sengoku and Edo periods remain in good condition. In particular, the large stone walls (high stone walls) and...
  • Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum (Kochi City, Kochi Prefecture)

    Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Sakamoto Ryoma Memorial Museum is a museum dedicated to showcasing the life and achievements of Sakamoto Ryoma, a Meiji Restoration patriot from the Kochi domain. Located in a scenic spot near Katsurahama Beach, the museum's permanent exhibits include Ryoma's handwritten letters, personal belongings, photographs, and restored materials. The museum also features a video corner...
  • Sengokuhara Susuki Grass Field (Hakone Town, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa Prefecture)

    Sengokuhara Susuki Grassland (Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, Attractions) Sengokuhara is a plateau stretching northeastern part of the Hakone outer rim. In autumn, it is famous for its golden-hued landscape, where Japanese pampas grass grows in clusters. The Hakone landscape, formed by volcanic activity, and its wetlands...
  • Wakayama Marina City (Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture)

    Wakayama Marina City (Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Wakayama Marina City is a resort complex built on an artificial island in Wakayama City. Taking advantage of its location facing the harbor, it offers a European-style theme park, Porto Europa, a seafood-focused market, and more.
  • Akiu Falls (Taihaku Ward, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture)

    Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Akiu Otaki is a waterfall located in Akiu Town, Taihaku Ward, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture, approximately 55 meters high and 6 meters wide. The majestic waterfall, which flows into a valley surrounded by lush greenery, shows different faces throughout the four seasons and has long been beloved by locals.
  • Zakimi Castle Ruins (Yomitan Village, Okinawa Prefecture)

    Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Zakimi Castle Ruins is a gusuku (castle ruins) from the Ryukyu Kingdom era located in Yomitan Village in central Okinawa Island. It is said to have been built by Gosamaru in the early 15th century and is considered one of the important bases during the early days of the Ryukyu Kingdom. In 2000, it was designated as the "Ryukyu Kingdom's...".
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  • Tokyo Art Museums Half-Day Itinerary: How to Choose One or Two Museums

    Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (Koto-ku, Tokyo)

  • Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre (Toshima Ward, Tokyo)

    Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre (Toshima Ward, Tokyo)

  • Asanogawa Ohashi Bridge (Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture)

    Asanogawa Ohashi Bridge (Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture)

Recent spots

  • Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo (Koto-ku, Tokyo)
  • Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre (Toshima Ward, Tokyo)
  • Asanogawa Ohashi Bridge (Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture)
  • Lake Biwa Museum (Kusatsu City, Shiga Prefecture)
  • Keya no Omon (Itoshima City, Fukuoka Prefecture)

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