Kobe’s Nankinmachi, located in the heart of the city, is known as one of Japan’s three major and most popular Chinatowns. The area stretches about 270 meters...

A quiet rural landscape frames a straight road lined with 500 metasequoia trees. Known as “Metasequoia Avenue” in Makino Town, Takashima City, Shiga Prefectu...

The calm waters of Hachiman-bori reflect the historic townscape of Omihachiman in Shiga Prefecture, symbolizing the charm of this former castle town. Built d...

Hikone Castle stands proudly on a hill overlooking Lake Biwa, preserving its original Edo-period main keep, one of Japan’s National Treasures. In spring, che...

Himeji City in Hyogo Prefecture is a convenient destination for sightseeing around Himeji Castle, within day-trip distance of Osaka and Kobe. At Himeji Castl...