Yamaguchi City's economy has seen little tourism benefit from the article but the "Kyoto of the West" is lovely and filled with warm and welcoming residents.
Despite facing many trials since it was built in 730, the Five-Story Pagoda at Kohfukuji remains a symbol of resilience, carrying people's prayers across time.
Inuyama Castle, built in the 16th century, is Japan's oldest castle. It offers an unhindered view of Kiso River and the plains of the former castle...
The Tomio Maruyama Tumulus discoveries reflect the intensity of spirit of Japan's ancient people that can help us overcome the stagnation from the pandemic.
Both the sword and mirror excavated at Tomio Maruyama Tumulus are regarded as Japanese masterpieces of national treasure class from the early Kofun period.
On until December 11, the special exhibition is a rare opportunity to see the entire National Treasures collection of one of the world's largest art museums.
The glittering appearance of the reproduced national treasure revives the spirit of the flamboyant dynastic culture of the Heian period.
The new project brings together the greatest swordsmiths of this era, all of whom have been designated as master smiths, to build the first modern Gobankaji...
Japan’s castles are very popular for both inbound and outbound travelers as a source of relics of the past for each region, especially during the...
In recent times, there have been many cases of war loot being repatriated to the original owners, their descendants, or country of origin. French...
A springtime exhibition at the Nezu Museum, Ogata Korin’s “Irises” (Kakitsubata-zu), is on view now, showcasing a national treasure. Only when actually viewing the...
