Shimanto River and the Chinka Bridges: Where Clear Streams and Scenic Landscapes Meet
The Shimanto River, flowing through Kochi Prefecture, is widely known in Japan as “the last clear stream.”For […]
The Shimanto River, flowing through Kochi Prefecture, is widely known in Japan as “the last clear stream.”For […]
Buckwheat Grain Stew (Soba Gome-jiru) is a hearty, porridge-like dish made by simmering dehulled buckwheat gra […]
There’s a place where you can enjoy seafood freshly landed from Toyama Bay—on the very same day it’s caught.Mi […]
Located in Tonami City, Toyama Prefecture, Saburomaru Distillery is one of Japan’s oldest craft whisky distill […]
Masu Sushi is one of Toyama Prefecture’s most famous local specialties.It is made by layering lightly salted a […]
Toyama Black Ramen is a local specialty of Toyama Prefecture, known for its jet-black broth and intensely salt […]
Toyama Station is the most important transportation hub in Toyama Prefecture. Located near Toyama Bay, the are […]
Tucked away near the entrance to Taiyuin Mausoleum at Rinnoji Temple, Futarasan Shrine often goes unnoticed by […]
Onomichi is a town of hills and sea. Among its many faces—historic temples, scenic viewpoints, and film locati […]
Just a short walk from the dazzling Nikko Toshogu Shrine stands Rinnoji Temple, a serene Buddhist temple that […]