La région de Kansai était le centre du Japon jusqu’en 1868. Les villes historiques comme Kyoto ou Nara se trouvent dans cette préfecture.
Le Pavillon d’Argent -Ginkakuji et le chemin des Philosophes sont situés dans la partie est de Kyoto. C’est un temple zen construit en 1482. Le chemin est agréable à se promener au printemps, au moment de la floraison des cerisiers.
Arashiyama, située à 15 min en train du centre de Kyoto, est célèbre pour sa forêt de bambous et ses temples et nous pouvons admirer les différents paysages selon la saison.
Located in the bright and modern shopping complex of Osaka Station City, Osaka Station is the largest and busiest station in western Japan.
Shinsekai literally means in Japanese New World. Retro-futuristic in appearance with neon lights and 3D signs, Shinsekai’s creation dates back to 1903.
Danjiri Kaikan is an important museum located in Kishiwada, Osaka, near Kishiwada Castle. It provides reference materials of the Kishiwada Danjiri Festival.
The Danjiri Matsuri (float festival) has its origin in the Inari Matsuri held in 1703. Created by the Lord of Kishiwada Castle to pray for an abundant harvest.
The Shinto shrine « Sumiyoshi Taisha » was founded in 211, being one of the oldest shrines in all of Japan. It is dedicated to Sumiyoshi sanjin.
In most cities in Japan it is normal to use the extensive train and subway network system to move from one place to another quickly and conveniently.
Kobe is the capital of Hyogo Prefecture. Located between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is considered one of Japan’s most attractive cities.
Imamiya Ebisu is the most famous among the small shrines of Osaka. Located in Naniwa, this sanctuary is dedicated to God Ebisu, God of fishermen and commerce.
Kumano Kodo is pilgrimage routes in the Kii Mountains. The routes radiate centering around Kumano Three Shrines; Hongu, Hayatama and Nachi.
Since time immemorial, Osaka has been a place where people from near and far regions meet. It sits in the Inland Sea of Seto, a busy water area.
While planning a trip to Kyoto, it can be difficult to make the decision to choose where to go, due to the large number of tourist sites that exist. Therefore, here is a list of the 5 best places to visit during your stay in Kyoto.
Todaiji Temple, located in the famous Nara Park, has Great Buddha and the world’s largest wooden structure. It was originally constructed in the 8th century.
Le mont Yoshino est situé au milieu de la préfecture de Nara. Comme on dit « un coup d’oeil mille cerisiers », le mont est couvert de sakura au printemps. C’est magique.
Le Sanctuaire de Kasuga Taisha est situé à l’est du parc de Nara, au pied de deux monts sacrés : le mont Kasuga yama et le mont Mikasa yama.
Horyu-ji was founded in 607 by Prince Shotoku. The temple has the oldest wooden buildings in the world. Hōryū-ji was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Nara National Museum is located in Nara Park where there are also some famous temples such as Todaiji Temple and Kohukuji. It exhibit mainly Buddhist art.
Kofukuji Temple was moved here from Kyoto to Nara in 710 (the year when the capital was moved to Nara) as the main temple of the Fujiwara family.
Located in the famous Gion district in Kyoto, the Yasaka Shrine, founded more than 1350 years ago, stands out for its great beauty and its great buildings.