The most sacred of the three Dewa Sanzan
A hall that holds rakugo (comic storytelling) performances throughout the year. It also holds a variety of other performances, such as manzai (a two-man comedy act), that are worth seeing.
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.
This is a park in Yokosuka with the triple themes of water, light, and sound. It is ranked one of Japan's top 100 city parks and top 100 historical parks.
Encounter a god of matchmaking in a busy district
Sannomaru Shozokan is a public art gallery exhibiting works such as paintings, calligraphy and crafts handed down to the Imperial Family.
Known for its relation to the Fujiwara clan, this shrine boasts spectacular views of autumn foliage
A lodging facility for guests on their way to visit Ise Jingu Shrine
Museum to appreciate the works of painter and poet Yumeji Takehisa.
This museum owns over 38,000 artifacts relating to the culture and history of tobacco and salt both from Japan and overseas.
Known as one of Japan’s top three beauty hot springs
View sheep on a ranch surrounded by greenery
A vast, luxurious resort of 198,000 square meters filled with nature
Indulge in Japanese dishes unique to this inn
A Tendai sect temple with the magnificent natural monument, Yoryu no Matsu
Traditional Japanese bathhouses(SENTO).
Exuding an Edo-period ambiance, this traditional inn offers the best of the Ryujin hot springs
Known by locals as “Kurodani-san”
Japan's largest indoor theme park with fun attractions for the whole family.