The Ono-ji Temple Cliff-Carved Buddha stands before the water’s edge. The temple is also known for its two 300-year-old weeping cherry trees blooming in spring,
Domyoji Tenmangu Shrine/ Osaka
Domyoji Tenmangu in Fujiidera, Osaka, is a major Shinto shrine famous for the deity of study and its stunning plum blossoms each spring.
Byodo-in Temple/ Kyoto-Uji
Byodo-in Temple (平等院), a world heritage site is located in Uji city, Kyoto,the capital of Japanese tea. The Phoenix Hall is featured on the back of 10 yen coin.
Tatsuno Castle and Park/ Hyogo-Harima
Tatsuno Castle, just 15 km from Himeji Castle, offers a charming historic townscape and beautiful cherry blossoms, perfect for a spring stroll.
Sasayama Castle Ruins/ Hyogo-Tanba
Sasayama Castle in Hyogo offers scenic views of the surrounding countryside, with about 1,000 cherry trees around the moat creating stunning springtime blossoms.
Umekoji Park (梅小路公園) / Kyoto
Umekoji Park, east of Kyoto Station, is one of the city’s largest open grassy areas, featuring seasonal flowers and gardens for strolling and relaxation.
The Ebisu Tower/ Dotonbori
The Ferris wheel, called the Ebisu Tower that named for the figure of the god Ebisu, is located near the famous Glico Man signboard along the Dotonbori River.
Ginkaku-ji Temple (銀閣寺) / The Silver Pavilion
Ginkaku-ji,the Silver Pavilion, a UNESCO site, located at the end of the path of philosophy in Kyoto’s Higashiyama is famous for its unique dry sand garden.
Mt. Kongo/ Osaka has the mountain and snow!
Mt. Kongo is the tallest mountain in Osaka. During winter Mt. Kongo is covered in snow and beautiful scenery of juhyo (trees glazed with ice) can be seen.
Ramen restaurant with No name in Kyoto
There is no name or no sign, and no telephone number to contact, though this ramen restaurant in Kyoto has been very popular among ramen manias.
Izakaya-Japanese dinning 「居酒屋」
Izakaya「居酒屋」is a place you can enjoy fine foods, drink and the cultural exchange with local tipsy people in Japan. You may find one everywhere in town.
New year’s eve Temple bell ceremony
Temple bell rings 108 times on December 31st, “Joya-no-kane” event is held at temples all over Japan. It has existed in Japan since ancient times.