Also known as Itsukushima, Miyajima is a small island less than an hour outside the city of Hiroshima and best known for its giant torii gate which at high tide seems to float on the water. Miyajima is believed to be the island where God dwells. It is said thatContinue Reading
Takayama is a city located in Gifu Prefecture. Widely considered Gifu’s crown jewel, the mountain-ringed city of Takayama boast traditional architecture, colourful festivals and a range of the best mountains and onsen in Japan. To differentiate it from other places named Takayama, the city is also commonly referred to asContinue Reading
Hakone is a town in Kanagawa Prefecture, to a great degree regarded as a famous destination among Japanese and international tourists. Hakone is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, less than one hundred kilometres from Tokyo. In addition to hot springs, museums and other recreation activities, Hakone is known forContinue Reading
Located in the northwestern part of Tochigi Prefecture, Nikko is best known for its vast and rich nature as well as the many famous historical shrines and temples. As it used to be the sacred land of mountain worship for Shinto and Buddhist, many people visit the place for itsContinue Reading
Nestled between lush green mountains and the tranquil Seto Inland Sea with six rivers flowing through its centre, this capital city of Hiroshima Prefecture is a beautiful city blessed with a rich natural environment. On August 6, 1945, the city was reduced to ashes by the first atomic bombing inContinue Reading
Authentic Japanese calligraphy experience! Select one favorite character and write it under the guidance of a professional calligrapher. Experience the feel of a brush and the scent of ink. You can feel the Japanese spirit from the calligraphy. We specifically design this page so you, as an agent, could haveContinue Reading
Have you heard about Mochi-Tsuki? Mochi means rice cake and Tsuki means to pound or hit, in other words Mochi-Tsuki is making rice cake by pounding it. Mochi Pounding is a traditional Japanese culture. Although it hasn’t been seen much in recent years, you can experience such a traditional “mochiContinue Reading
The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is a mountain sightseeing route between Tateyama, Toyama and Ōmachi, Nagano, which is traversed by various means of transportation including cable cars, trolley-buses and a ropeway. The Alpine Route goes through Tateyama in the Hida Mountains with many scenic sites as well as walking trails,Continue Reading
Matsumoto is the second-largest city in Nagano Prefecture. Matsumoto is a gateway to the Japan Alps and a destination in its own right. Apart from being home to Japan’s oldest extant castle, it is also the birthplace of avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama. Other destination highlights include Nakamachi—former merchant districts, andContinue Reading
What are the best Ninja experiences in Japan? Learn the skills of Japan’s legendary ninjas, or check out the best acrobatic shows (and even restaurants!). Whether you want to throw ninja stars or watch masters show off their training, find the tour and activities you are looking for on thisContinue Reading