Naiku（Inner Shrine） – Where Japan’s History Lives On
The Shrines of Ise are generally known as Ise Jingu. Officially, they are referred to simply as “Jingu.” This […]
Geku（Outer Shrine） – A Visit to the Shrine of Blessings
“The Shrines of Ise” are commonly referred to as “Ise Jingu,” but their official name […]
Visit to the Shrines of Ise
The shrine in Ise, Mie Prefecture, has long been revered as a special and unique presence among the many shrin […]
Niigata Prefecture〜One of Japan’s Leading Rice-Producing Regions and Home to Sake〜
Niigata Prefecture is located along the Sea of Japan in the Chubu region. One of the major stations within Nii […]
Teradomari Fish Market Street ~ A Fresh Seafood Adventure Awaits in Teradomari! ~
Teradomari Fish Market Street is a bustling market where fresh seafood from Teradomari Port and all across Jap […]
Kasugayama Castle Ruins – The Stronghold of Warlord Uesugi Kenshin
Kasugayama Castle Ruins in Joetsu City, Niigata.Although there is no actual castle here anymore, this site onc […]
Kiyotsu Gorge, which can be reached by bus, is located a bit deep within Niigata Prefecture
Kiyotsu Gorge is one of Japan’s three great gorges. The other two are Kurobe Gorge in Toyama Prefecture and Os […]
Yahiko Shrine
Yahiko Shrine is located in Yahiko Village, Niigata Prefecture, and is considered one of the most famous shrin […]
Kisoji
Kisoji is located on the Nakasendo, one of the Five Highways. Sometimes, Nakasendo is also referred to as Kiso […]
Post Station and Post Town
n Japan, there are regions that have preserved their old townscapes, and one such example is Shukuba (post sta […]