OTSU—The main hall of Enryakuji temple, a national treasure here on Mount Hieizan, will be restored to its Edo Period ...

The town of Matsuyama, on the island of Shikoku, is a gem for the adventurous traveler. It hosts one of Japan's most ...

The Honmaru area was once the center of the castle, and the keep was built three times, during the Keicho, Genna and Kanei eras of the Edo Period (1603-1867). The agency decided to recreate the ...

Tendrils of rice-scented steam once again rise in Tokyo's Minato City from Tokyo Port Brewery (TPB), after the sake ...

The tale of a band of samurai who, after their master dies, take an oath to seek vengeance is an important story that offers a window into the history of Japan. Jonny Wilkes tells the thrilling story ...

Kumamoto’s Tatsuda Nature Park is a little-known treasure; an off-the-beaten-track destination. It is a pleasant green space with well-groomed paths, yet the lack of crowds and its various remnants of ...

It was rebuilt in 1959. In the centre of Fukuoka are the ruins of Fukuoka Castle, which was built during Japan’s Edo Period (1600 to 1868). While the word “castle” might conjure images ...

Escape Tokyo crowds by heading to an underrated mountain town rich in culture and history. Explore the quaint streets while ...

The ride offers a unique perspective of the castle's massive walls and great views of the keep. Pair your visit with the Kokoen Garden, a beautiful Edo-period garden with multiple walled sections.

This spring, go see a 1,000 year-old sakura tree, a castle surrounded by cherry blossoms, a riverside carnival and more ...