Historic Towns in Japan
「Townscape/Bikan Historical Quarter」Tourist Attractions
Tsutenkaku Tower
Tsutenkaku, a symbol of Osaka, was built in 1912 as part of Luna Park. The original Tsutenkaku stood at 75 meters tall, boasting the title of "the tallest in the East" at th...
Mount Hakodate
Mount Hakodate is a symbolic tourist destination in Hakodate, awarded three stars in the Michelin Guide. From its unique topography, visitors can overlook the city, and it i...
Tobu World Square
Tobu World Square is a theme park with the theme of "Preserving World Heritage and Architectural Culture," featuring meticulously recreated replicas of famous sites and stru...
Nishiki Market
Nishiki Market is a historic marketplace located in the heart of Kyoto, which began as a fish wholesaler known as "Nishino-ten" during the Tensho period (about 400 years ago...
Sankyo Soko Warehouses
Located in Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture, "Sankyo Warehouse" has served as a rice storage facility since its establishment in 1893. Its unique structure features a double...
Takayama Shrine
Takayama Jinya is a location where the governors and officials of the Edo period conducted their administration, and the term "Jinya" refers collectively to the offices, the...
Akihabara Electric Town
Akihabara Electric Town is a globally renowned hub of Japanese pop culture. Affectionately known as "Akiba," the area is bustling with specialty stores for anime, manga, and...
Togetsukyo Bridge
The Togetsukyo Bridge, which connects Arashiyama and Sagano, is a bridge rich in history and charm, spanning the Katsura River. The first bridge was built by the monk Dosho ...
Osu Shopping Street
Osu Shopping District is located on the south side of the bustling Sakae area in Nagoya city and is a vibrant “melting pot” of diverse industries, cultures, and events. This...
Magome-juku
Magome-juku is a historic town that prospered as a post town on the Nakasendo route. It retains the charm of the Edo period, with its cobblestone paths and traditional build...
Otaru Canal
Otaru Canal was created to assist the logistics of Otaru Port, which was an important gateway for the development of Hokkaido. Completed in 1923, this canal is special as it...
