Happiness arrives with the buzzing of bell crickets
Castle remains of the Kishu Tokugawa family made up of 555,000 stones
A cobblestone road thick with the atmosphere of old Osaka
Many people visit to receive divine blessing from the “kachi daruma”, said to bring good luck
Immerse yourself in the world of this photographer who loved the Yamato path
The modern architecture leaves a bold impression
The entire space is a work of art! An art museum designed by painter Insho Domoto
The festival highlight is sight of more than 100 boats on the Ogawa river
Himeji’s famous mountain-top temple
The remains of Kumano Taisha Shrine, the birthplace of the Kumano faith
The shrine to the north of the main hall of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, whose spirit is worshipped as a deity of marriage. A pair of guardian stones in the grounds known as ”Koi uranai-no-Ishi” dates back to the Jomon period.
Indulge in tea while gazing at the garden
Ono no Komachi concealed herself here amongst the plum blossoms
Famous for its deity of scholarship
Two different windows overlooking a garden
A city park famed as a sightseeing spot representing Nara. World Heritage sites such as Todai-ji Temple, Kofuku-ji Temple and Kasuga-taisha Shrine are close to each other.
Featuring a wooden statue of a historical Shogun from the Ashikaga period
Immerse yourself in the ambiance of Mount Nachi
Famous for its strange festival, the Kurama Fire Festival
The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto, a favored tourist attraction among LIVE JAPAN readers, invites you to immerse yourself in an enriching cultural experience. Just a brisk 15-minute train ride and an additional pleasant 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this serene escape offers a stunning backdrop for unforgettable memories. Opt for a traditional rickshaw ride while adorning a traditional kimono, and revel in the exquisite views of the bamboo groves as you capture timeless photographs. This beautiful locale represents a fusion of Japan's natural splendor and historic traditions.