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Hinjitsukan
Stroll along the beach of Ise Bay and discover an Imperial guesthouse from the Meiji era.
Upopoy National Ainu Museum and Park
An immersive experience for visitors to learn about the traditional Ainu way of life
Matsue Ohashi Bridge
Travel to the bridge’s southern side and see remnants of two local legends
- Destination Tottori
- Speciality Traditional
Mukibanda Historical Park
Explore what Japan looked like before it was Japan.
- Destination Fukui
- Speciality Shrines & Temples
Keya Kurotatsu Shrine
The historic Keya Kurotatsu Shrine in Fukui Prefecture was built to protect Japan in ancient times.
Sekigahara Battlefield Museum
Relive one of the most important moments in Japan’s history
- Destination Tokyo
- Speciality Shrines & Temples
Jindai-ji Temple
Superstition, history and nature come together over a bowl of soba noodles.
Port of Humanity Tsuruga Museum
A museum celebrating the humanitarian history of Tsuruga in Fukui Prefecture.
- Destination Shimane
- Speciality Arts & Entertainment
Shimane Museum of Ancient Izumo
Archeological evidence, historical texts and oral traditions trace the story of Shimane Prefecture so far that eventually, one exits the realm of concrete records and enters the world of myths. This is...
- Destination Shimane
- Speciality Traditional
Yaegaki Shrine
A popular sightseeing destination due to its deep connections to Japanese mythology and the tradition of predicting one’s fortune in love with a sacred pond.
Sankyo Soko Storehouses
A charming historical hotspot showcasing the prosperous former rice trade on the Sea of Japan