The city of Fukuoka is one of the main tourist destinations in southern Japan. It’s the largest city on the island of Kyushu, and is a must-see for travelers visiting the region.
Fukuoka is known for its cultural landmarks and events, including Japan’s largest wooden Great Buddha statue, and the UNESCO-listed Hakata Gion Yamakasa float festival, which takes place every July.
The New Natioanl Stadium or Tokyo Olympic Stadium was the main stage in the iconic ‘64 games and once again it was the center for the 2020 Olympic Games. Both the Opening and Closing Ceremonies and the athletics were held at the officially called New National Stadium (新国立競技場 Shin kokuritsu kyōgijō). Continue reading “%s”
Picture a quaint village embanked in snow. Icy whiteness covers the ground and clings to the roofs of the traditional Japanese farmhouses like icing on a gingerbread house. Streets and windows become golden torches as the sun begins to set.
The Historic Villages of Shirakawago and its neighboring village, Gokayama are one of central Japan’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. They hold a serene natural beauty as well as a unique architecture.
The Kyoto Tower is one of Kyoto’s modern landmarks, standing in gleaming contrast to its ancient shrines and temples. Its red and white spire stands tall above the city. The tower was built in 1964 and is 131 meters in height, weighing 800 tons. It was one of Japan’s many feats that year, alongside the Tokyo Olympics and the inauguration of the Shinkansen bullet train.
Located in the Taito ward of Tokyo, Ueno Station is a key transport hub for travelers visiting the capital. It’s used by local commuters and also for long distance trips from northern parts of Japan.
It was constructed in 1883 and its design inspired a pre-1912 poem by the young Ishikawa Takuboku. A memorial plate concerning the poem can be viewed inside the station.
The Golden Gai comprises six alleys in Shinjuku’s Kabukicho red-light district that are lined with over 200 tightly packed independent bars and is an ideal location to experience authentic Tokyo nightlife.
Just a short walk from Shinjuku Station, Golden Gai offers the chance to meet and share a drink with friendly locals, as well as to experience some of Tokyo’s forgotten architectural heritage.
