Culture Todaiji Todai-ji Temple, also known as the Great Eastern Temple, was originally built in 752 at the behest of Emperor Shomu. It is on...
Activities Universal Studios Japan (USJ) Universal Studios Japan (USJ) in Osaka is the most famous theme park in the Kansai region and one of four Universal Studios t...
Activities Lake Biwa Lake Biwa (琵琶湖, Biwa-ko) is the largest freshwater lake in Japan, located entirely within Shiga Prefecture (west-central H...
Culture NARA Visitor Center & Inn NARA Visitor Center & Inn is located by the Sarusawa Pond in Nara City, a short walking distance from Kintetsu Nara station a...
Culture Hasedera Temple Hasedera Temple, not to be confused with Kamakura’s temple of the same name, is located southeast of Nara City and renowned f...
Culture Gioji Temple Gioji Temple (祇王寺) is a secluded Buddhist temple known for its picturesque moss garden.
Culture Minoo Park Minoo Park, also referred to as Mino or Minoh, is a forested area on the outskirts of Osaka that provides residents and visit...
Culture Katsuoji Temple Katsuoji Temple, situated north of Osaka City and nestled in the idyllic nature of Minoo, is famous for its lucky reputation....
Culture Kifune Shrine Kifune Shrine, nestled in the picturesque mountain town of Kibune, is said to be over 1,300 years old and is dedicated to the...
Culture Kyoto Imperial Palace The Kyoto Imperial Palace is the former ruling palace of the Emperor of Japan. Since the Meiji Restoration in 1869, the Emper...