Heritage Sites and Historic Landmarks in Japan
「Cultural assets/historic sites」Tourist Attractions
Iya Kazura Bridge
The Kazurabashi Bridge in Iya is a stunning tourist spot that harbors the tragic tale of the Heike clan, standing in the hidden region of Iya. This suspension bridge is made...
Hashima Island
Hashima Island, also known as Gunkanjima (Battleship Island), is an uninhabited island located approximately 40 minutes by boat from Nagasaki Port, which once thrived as a c...
Namahage Museum
The "Namahage Museum" is a facility located in Oga City, Akita Prefecture, focusing on "Namahage of Oga," which has been registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage....
World Heritage Ainu Village of Traditional Housebuilding
The World Heritage Site "Aikura Gassho-zukuri Village" is a beautiful place that preserves Japan's original scenery. It features gassho-zukuri buildings that date back appro...
Gifu Castle
Gifu Castle is a historic castle located in Gifu City, Japan, formerly known as Inabayama Castle. During the Warring States period, it served as the residence of Saito Dosan...
Awa Odori Hall
The Awa Odori Hall is a facility where you can enjoy Tokushima's renowned Awa Odori dance throughout the year. In the Awa Odori Hall, you can not only watch performances by ...
Aizu Sazaedo
The Aizu Sazae-do is a three-story wooden hexagonal structure built in 1796 on Mount Iimori in Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture. Its official name is "Entsu Sansou-d...
Northern Culture Museum
The Northern Culture Museum preserves and opens to the public the former grand residence of the Ito family, one of the most affluent farming families in Niigata. The approxi...
Bocchan Train
The "Botchan Train" is a diesel locomotive based on a steam engine that was beloved by the citizens of Matsuyama for 67 years starting from 1888. It gets its name from Natsu...
Aizu Samurai Residence
Aizu Bukeyashiki is a historical theme park centered around the residence of Aizu domain chief retainer, Saigo Yorimoto, which has been relocated and restored. Covering appr...
Sado Gold Mine
Sado Gold Mine is a historical site that boasts a 400-year history as Japan's largest gold and silver mine. It was opened in 1601, and during the Edo period, it was a direct...
