The main shrine hall is a national treasure with droves of people lining up for the New Year’s shrine visit at “Sumiyossan”
The Naritasan Shinshoji Temple has attracted many worshipers for more than 1,000 years. There are many assets designated as an Important Cultural Properties on its vast temple grounds.
Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).
Take a stroll on the pathway with views of this beautiful gorge
Learn about Nara's traditional crafts
Reproduction of the center of the ancient capital, Nara. Daigokuden (Council Hall in the Imperial Palace) and gardens line up in this vast historical site.
A temple of the Nichiren sect on Mt. Ogura in Sagano. It is well-known for ”Hyakunin Isshu” (a collection of 100 poems by 100 different poets). In autumn, the nearby mountains awash with brilliant red leaves.
Walk along the train tracks as cherry blossoms fall around you
The Matsuchiyama Shoden Honryu-in Temple close to Senso-ji Temple, is recognized as a ”power spot” by the common people. On this spot they pray for the material benefits in this world. With Y-shaped daikon radishes and kinchaku (Japanese traditional style pouch) people pray for finding a suitable marriage partner and for matrimonial happiness.
A shinto shrine enshrining Mount Fuji, the symbol of Japan, worshiped by a large number of people.
A shrine built to represent the nation's wish for peace. Yushukan displays relics and wills, and it is worth visiting.
It is 634 meters tall, the tallest free-standing broadcasting tower in the world. From its two observatories, you can overlook a view up to 70 km away on a sunny day.
Check out the ”Sento Kuyo” ceremony on summer nights
This museum offers both beauty and healing surrounded by the nature of Hakone. A giant mural of wind god Fujin and thunder god Raijin can be appreciated while soaking your feet in an ashi-yu footbath.
A large tea ceremony is held here to remember Toyotomi Hideyoshi
Koyasan, a treasury of esoteric Buddhism art
An oasis of water and greenery in the city center
A butler-guided tour