Iwami Ginzan in Shimane Prefecture is a historic silver mining town that looks as if it has just been plucked out of an Akira Kurosawa film set.
5 reasons to visit Izumo Taisha Shrine in Shimane
Izumo Taisha in Shimane Prefecture is an historically significant shrine and all gods around Japan gather here to conduct meetings once a year, based on the ancient mythology.
A Quick Guide: Fukui for First Timers
Fukui is the ultimate destination; it boasts beautiful ports with crystal clear waters and mountainous land full of wildlife. Here is your quick guide to the Fukui.
Togakushi Shrine visiting old Japan Town
Togakushi Shrines: the setting is idyllic, scenic and unique with plenty on offer to see and do. Here’s a quick guide on Togakushi area.
Togakushi Ninja Experience in Nagano
Mount Togakushi (1,904 m) used to be one of the training fields for monks and Togakushi is said to be one of the major sites where Ninja trained. Here’s a quick guide but you can find out more to help plan your own visit.
A quick trip to Naritasan Park
If you have 2-3 hours before leaving from Tokyo, but at least want to see an old Japanese town, Naritasan Park would fit in to such a short visit.
One Day in Iizaka Hot spring in Fukushima
We went to Iizaka Hot Springs to take a bath in the early afternoon after cherry picking in Fukushima.
Spotlight On: Suwa Lower Shrines
Suwa Shrine is located in Nagano Prefecture, south-east of the city of Matsumoto. Upper Shrines are located on the south side of Lake Suwa and lower Shrines are located on the north side of the lake.
A Quick Guide to holy Suwa Shrines in Nagano
Suwa Shrines in Suwa is one of the oldest shrines in Japan and consists of four separate complexes around Lake Suwa.
Visiting Suwa Shrine For the First Time
I spent a whole day in Suwa to visit the four sacred shrines. Here’s a quick guide to Suwa Shrine.