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Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Shiogama Shrine is a historic shrine located in Shiogama City, Miyagi Prefecture. Since ancient times, it has attracted local worshippers as a guardian of maritime safety, fishing, and salt production, and the shrine building stands on a hill overlooking Shiogama Port. The grounds are lined with stone steps, a stately shrine building, and numerous other landmarks...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Niseko Annupuri (Mount Niseko Annupuri, approximately 1,308m above sea level) is a volcanic mountain located in Niseko Town, Abuta District, Hokkaido, and is one of the main peaks in the Niseko mountain range. The name "Annupuri" is said to mean "Women's Mountain" in the Ainu language. It has long been a sacred place for the Ainu...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Senagajima Umikaji Terrace is a seaside commercial facility located on Senagajima Island in Tomigusuku City, in the southern part of Okinawa's main island. Its white-toned terraces create a distinctive view of the ocean, and the complex is home to restaurants, cafes, souvenir shops, and workshops, creating a resort-like atmosphere.

Aqua World Oarai (Oarai Town, Ibaraki Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Aqua World Oarai is a large aquarium located in Oarai Town, Ibaraki Prefecture. Taking advantage of its location facing the Pacific Ocean, it offers attractive marine life exhibits and hands-on programs. It is particularly known for its large number and variety of shark exhibits, and is a popular educational institution.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Hokiji Temple is an ancient small temple located in Ikaruga Town, Ikoma District, Nara Prefecture, nestled in a tranquil rural landscape. Its construction is said to date back to the Asuka to Nara periods, and it is particularly famous for its three-story pagoda, long regarded as a prime example of ancient wooden pagoda architecture.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Yumura Onsen is a historic hot spring resort located in Shin-Onsen Town, Hyogo Prefecture (adjacent to the former Hamasaka Town and Onsen Town areas). The hot spring boasts high temperatures and abundant water, and Arayu, which springs up in the center of town, has become a symbol of local life and tourism. It has long been a popular hot spring resort...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Grand Front Osaka is a large-scale complex located in the Umeda district of Kita Ward, Osaka City, and is the central spot in the Umeda redevelopment project. Opened in 2013, it features offices, commercial facilities, and event and social hubs, centered around the North and South wings...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Rainbow Bridge is a large suspension bridge spanning the northern part of Tokyo Bay (Minato Ward), connecting the Shibaura district (Minato Ward side) with Odaiba (Minato Ward, waterfront subcenter). It was constructed in the 1990s as part of the development of the waterfront subcenter, and opened to the public in 1993. Its white body and beautiful nighttime scenery...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Tamagawa Onsen (Kazuno City, Akita Prefecture) is a hot spring located in the mountains near Towada-Hachimantai National Park, and is known for being one of Japan's most highly acidic springs. It has a history of being used as a therapeutic hot spring since the Edo and Meiji periods, and its highly acidic waters are known to be effective against skin ailments, chronic eczema, and joint pain.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Sanzenin Temple is a Tendai Buddhist temple located in Ohara, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City. It is said to have originated in the Heian period and is known as a prestigious temple with deep ties to successive generations of imperial families and aristocrats. The temple grounds include historical buildings such as Ojo Gokuraku-in Temple, as well as a pond...