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Kaho Theater (Iizuka City, Fukuoka Prefecture)
Kaho Theater (Iizuka City, Fukuoka Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Appeal) Kaho Theater is a historic theater in Iizuka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, and a valuable cultural facility that preserves its wooden theater architecture, built during the Taisho period. Its exterior and interior blend Japanese and Western design, as well as its stage set structure and seating arrangement, are reminiscent of modern Japan... -
Daiyuzan Saijoji Temple (Minamiashigara City, Kanagawa Prefecture).
Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Daiyuzan Saijoji Temple is a historic mountain temple located in Minamiashigara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. Commonly known as "Daiyuzan (Doryoson)," the temple is characterized by its cedar-lined approach, its imposing mountain gate, and its grounds centered around the main hall. It has long been a center of local worship... -
Naruto Park (Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture)
Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Naruto Park (Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture) is a scenic spot facing the Naruto Strait and a tourist spot where you can observe the world-famous Naruto Whirlpools up close. The Onaruto Bridge spans the strait, and visitors can enjoy the impressive view of the whirlpools from under the bridge and from the surrounding area. There are also promenades and observation decks... -
Jozankei Onsen (Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido)
Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Jozankei Onsen, located in Minami Ward, Sapporo City, Hokkaido, is one of Sapporo's most famous hot spring resorts. It is said to have opened between the late Edo and Meiji periods and has developed as a tourist destination. Surrounded by lush mountains and rivers, the hot spring town boasts the beautiful Toyohira River valley... -
Nabegataki Falls (Oguni Town, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture)
Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Nabegataki Falls is a waterfall located in Oguni Town, Aso District, Kumamoto Prefecture, approximately 10 meters high and 20 meters wide. It is said to have been named for its "pot-like shape." The waterfall flows smoothly down the rock face in a "curtain-like" fashion, and visitors can go around to the back of the waterfall... -
Kaiyodo Hobby Museum Shimanto (Shimanto Town, Kochi Prefecture)
Overview (History, Features, and Appeal) The Kaiyodo Hobby Museum Shimanto is a specialized museum showcasing the collections and creative culture of Kaiyodo, a long-established manufacturer of figures and models. It displays figures, prototypes, dioramas, and giant sculptures that Kaiyodo has collected and produced over the years... -
Saitama Super Arena (Chuo Ward, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture)
Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Saitama Super Arena is one of Japan's leading multi-purpose arenas, located in Chuo Ward, Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture. Since opening in 2000, it has been used for a wide range of purposes, including concerts, sports (martial arts, basketball, tennis, etc.), exhibitions, and events. -
Aoyama Gosho Hometown Museum (Hokuei Town, Tottori Prefecture)
Overview (History, Features, and Appeal) The Gosho Aoyama Hometown Museum is located in Hokuei Town (formerly Daiei Town), Tottori Prefecture, the hometown of Gosho Aoyama, the original author of "Detective Conan." Opened in 2007, the museum features a permanent exhibition showcasing Gosho Aoyama's original drawings, production materials, anime materials, and the author's career, as well as special events... -
Otaru Music Box Museum (Otaru, Hokkaido)
Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Otaru Music Box Museum is a museum and shop specializing in music boxes located along Sakaimachi Street, a popular tourist spot in Otaru, Hokkaido. The shop exhibits and sells a wide range of collections, from antiques collected from around the world to the latest mechanical music boxes. -
Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden (Koshimizu Town, Hokkaido)
Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Koshimizu Primeval Flower Garden is a coastal primeval flower garden that stretches across Koshimizu Town on the Sea of Okhotsk coast of Hokkaido. Located between the Sea of Okhotsk and Lake Notoro, the sand dunes and wetlands are home to a profusion of natural flowers that bloom every season, stretching for approximately 2 km...
