There are 17 World Heritage Sites in Kyoto. Nijo Castle is the only castle of them all. In the middle of Kyoto, Nijo-jo is easy to get to, and with such a long history is ...
Hidden in the “Forest Where Lies are Revealed”, at a fork in Kyoto‘s Kamo River, just north of the Gion area, is the ancient site of Shimogamo Shrine. In this article: Explore Shimogamo-jinja (photos & ...
One of 12 original castles in Japan that survived orders to be demolished in the early Meiji era, this very unique castle is situated on a mountain next to a very small town in a ...
Seeing Kyoto by bicycle is the best way to take in this historic city. This detailed guide will show you where to hire a bicycle and exact routes to get you around the city.
Stay for an hour or spend the whole day, the Tokyo National Museum (東京国立博物館 Tōkyō Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan) gives visitors an insight into the rich and unique history of Japan. The museum contains some fascinating artifacts ...
All of Kyoto’s World Heritage Sites are unique and stunning in their own way, and the mountain complex of Fushimi Inari Shrine (AKA Fushimi Inari Taisha) is one of the most breathtaking. Thousands of vermillion ...
In the centre of Kyoto is the most amazing capsule hotel you’ll find in Japan. In this article: Photos of 9 hours capsule hotel, Kyoto How to Book Accommodation at 9hours Capsule Hotel How to ...
It’s been far too long since a Japrish post has been published here. Since I’ve been living in Japan I’ve been snapping away and saving up some awesome Japrish photos. Japrish is basically my own ...
I’m starting to lose count of how many times I’ve visited Kyoto. In early February a few friends and I went to Kyoto for the weekend. One of the places we went to was the ...
More than 700 years old, covered in gold leaf with inlaid crystal eyes, this 1000 armed statue is currently sitting at the Tokyo National Museum.
How can a country where gambling that isn't controlled by the government is illegal, have something like pachinko that is so popular? Take a look at the reason why and a whole lot of photos ...
Kinkakuji is perhaps the most famous, easily the most brilliant landmark in Japan. See the Golden Pavilion in this photo heavy post, also including a HD video of temple!
The second batch of my awesome photos presents the audience's and editor's top 3 photos from the JTM Photo series. The best pictures of Japan from Japan Travel Mate.
The size of this mask was amazing. Situated in a shinto-buddhist temple where people pray for success in love, this month's photo of the month has an interesting history.
Famous in Japan, but perhaps a hidden secret to those outside the country. Korakuen offers amazing fews, and once a year you get a chance to experience the garden at night!
On the edge of the Seto inland Sea, Kurashiki will give you an insight into life during the Edo period of Japan. Preserved as it was hundreds of years ago, this is a unique city.
The lotus flower is deeply rooted in buddhism. A large portion of Japanese people follow buddhism, and this month's photo comes from a water garden outside a temple in a historic Japanese town.
Awa Odori... over 1 million people visit Shikoku in the summer to see Japan's biggest traditional dancing festival. See heaps of photos and a HD video from the 2011 festival.
One of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan, during every summer Korakuen Garden is lit up at night. Amongst the amazing scenery, Okayama Castle can be seen in the distance.
Containing the first video (in HD) from Japan Travel Mate, this article is full of photos and information about bullet trains in Japan: how to buy tickets; what to do at the station; what the ...
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