未分類Nameless Pond (a.k.a Monet's pond)Nameless Pond is in Seki City, Gifu prefecture. Water lilies blooming in the highly transparent spring water pond are beautiful like a picture. This stunning pond has been given th
未分類Itsukushima ShrineItsukushima Shrine, commonly known as Miyajima, is a Shinto shrine on the island of Itsukushima in Hiroshima prefecture. Itsukushima Shrine is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sit
未分類Nagara River Cormorant fishing in OzeIn the long history of Nagara River cormorant fishing, Yoichiro Adachi plays a crucial role in bridging the tradition and culture to the modern era. Starting from the Heian period
未分類Welcome to Seki – Japan’s Legendary Blade CitySeki is a hidden gem with a razor-sharp reputation in the heart of Gifu Prefecture. For over 700 years, this small city has been famous for crafting some of Japan’s finest swords
未分類Making Japanese Own Kitchen KnifeWe visited at Knife Museum in Seki City, Gifu prefecture and had experience for making own knife. Seki City in Gifu Prefecture developed as a major center for Sword making as early
未分類Higashi Chaya-gai (tea-stall) town in KanazawaHigashi-Chaya District (Higashi Chaya-gai) in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, is one of the country's most well-preserved and iconic historical areas, offering a gl
未分類Awara-onsen (hot-spring) in Fukui prefAwara Onsen is a famous hot spring resort area located in Fukui Prefecture, Japan. Known for its healing waters and serene setting, it has been a popular destination for relaxation
未分類Shirakawa-go village in Gifu prefShirakawa-go is a picturesque village located in the Gifu Prefecture of Japan, renowned for its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses, some of which are over 250 years old. The name
未分類Osu-kannon and Osu shopping mallOsu shopping mall is very unique and interesting area with not only Japanese traditional shop but also foreign restaurants and shops. Many foreigner are visiting and enjoying as a
未分類Shiraito Falls near Mt. FujiShiraito Falls is a scenic and popular waterfall located in the southwestern foothills of Mount Fuji, in Fujinomiya, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. Its name, "Shiraito," mea
未分類Japanese Sword-maker in Gifu prefJapanese sword-making, or "nihontō", has a rich and revered tradition that spans over a thousand years. The process of crafting Japanese swords involves a combination of
未分類Nagoya CastleNagoya Castle was built by Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu who unified Japan in the 17th century.The office and residence building Hommaru Palace was authentically restored recently.
未分類Yotsuya Senmaida in Shinshiro cityYotsuya Senmaida, located in Shinshiro City, Aichi Prefecture. It is a scenic teraaced rice field area known for its picturesque landscape. The name "senmaida" transates