Culture Tsuwano's Obon Dance 2026 Saturday - Aug 15th Tsuwano dance is a unique obon dance, in the small castle town of Tsuwano, Shimane, that has been performed for over 400 years...
Activities Mt. Asari-Fuji in Gotsu Neal Dang Making the most out of a less-traveled area of Shimane Prefecture with a view over sea cliffs, local specialties at cafes, and a..
9 Culture Rebuilt Hiroshima Euan Prentis Despite the atomic devastation Hiroshima suffered under 100 years ago, it is well and truly alive today.
Culture Bizen Pottery in Okayama Prefecture Kelly J Imbe in Okayama Prefecture is a quaint town that has given birth to the traditional pottery of Bizen-yaki.
12 Culture The Peace Memorial Park at Night Elena Lisina Peace Memorial Park of Hiroshima looks more impressive with night lighting.
10 Transportation The Moving Streetcar Museum of Hiroshima Tom Roseveare Discover the beauty of Hiroshima's tram network with its variety of trams spanning several decades – earning it the nickna..
14 Activities Miyajima Aquarium Specialties Elena Lisina Special shows of sea lions and penguins at Miyajima Aquarium.
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