-
Tsurugaoka Hachiman
Hachiman is a popular Shinto deity, the enshrined form of the Emperor Ojin, called the guardian of the Minamoto, or Genji, clan. He is frequently associated with war or military success. One of the main shrines dedicated to the god is located in Kamakura City, Kanagawa. Tsurugaok
-
2013 Top Photo Collection of Kamakura, Japan
Kamakura is an ancient city which has flourished since warlord Minamoto Yoritomo established a new government in 1192. Kamakura is surrounded on 3 sides by mountains and the south side faces the sea. This natural topography was highly desirable for constructing a fortress. With its many his
-
Kaneyoshi Ryokan in Osaka
Many Japanese ryokan are elite, expensive hotels that do not accept foreign guests, but the Kaneyoshi Ryokan in Osaka heartily welcomes all visitors, including families with small children. The rooms are traditional, tatami-floored Japanese style with small toilet rooms. The buil
-
Hase
There is a temple in Nara and one in Kamakura which both have wooden, 11-headed Kannon statues carved from the same large tree. It is said that in 721 after they were carved in Hase, one was sent to Nara and the other thrown into the ocean.
Kannon at Hase-dera, Kamakura
In 736 i
-
Hotel New Kamakura in Kamakura
There are few hotels that openly welcome western guests in Kamakura, so Hotel New Kamakura is a reasonable choice if you plan to stay. The 80-year old establishment has vintage fixtures in the old wing, and a new wing with more modern features. Critics claim that it may be time for an update
-
Honeymoon in Japan, Day 5 – Kamakura
Nov 5 – Kamakura (Tsurugaoka Hachiman Shrine, Kotoku-in, Hase Dera)
It was very hard planning our trip to Kamakura. The more we read about it, the more we realized there was to see and do, but we did not want to feel rushed and miss things by going too fast. So we decided t
-
Yasukuni Shrine 靖国神社 in Tokyo
Yasukuni Shrine is by far the most controversial tourist destinations in Tokyo. It was established by the Meiji Emperor to honor the kami, or spirits, of all the people who died in the service of Japan. The main hall, the honden, enshrines those who died from the Bushin War in 18
-
Marriott Associa Hotel in Nagoya
For the busy traveler, nothing can beat the convenience of being in a hotel directly above the train station. The five-star Marriott Associa Hotel occupies floors 15 through 52 of the tallest building in Nagoya, and has spectacular views of the city. The higher the room, the better the view,
-
Kabuki
In the 27-story building erected as part of the Kabuki-za remodel completed in 2013, you will find a small museum dedicated to kabuki. It is filled with memorabilia such as props and costumes from past shows. Though none of the signage is in English, it is interesting to see the
-
Gyuuan Restaurant 牛庵 in Ginza, Tokyo
Kobe beef is famous for its rich flavor, marbled fat, and tenderness. Though it is possible to find cheaper Kobe-style beef, the authentic meat is raised according to strict standards and stands out in quality. Gyuuan Restaurant 牛庵 contracts with a farmer in Hyogo Prefecture to
-
Kobe Meriken Park Oriental Hotel in Kobe
One of the landmark buildings on the Kobe waterfront, the four-star Meriken Park Oriental Hotel is shaped like a cruise ship docked in the harbor. It has spectacular views of the city, mountains, and harbor, and at night the lights are even more romantic. The cruise ship theme is carr
-
Honeymoon in Japan, Day 6 – Yasukuni Shrine, Imperial Palace and Kabuki
Nov 6 – Yasukuni Shrine, Imperial Palace, Kabuki-za and Ginza
There were several places on our agenda today, and we started at the most controversial, Yasukuni Shrine. It seems like there is a lot of media coverage any time a politician goes there, especially outrage from C
-
Hakone Venetian Glass Museum 箱根ガラスの森美術館
An Italian-themed glass museum may not be your first choice for a Japan tour itinerary, but the Hakone Venetian Glass Museum 箱根ガラスの森美術館 is a gem worth visiting when you are in Hakone. The museum itself houses rotating displays from the collection of restaurant owner Sadao U
-
Fujiya Hotel in Hakone
Founded in 1879, the Fujiya Hotel in Hakone is the oldest luxury resort hotel in Japan. It features accommodation in five unique buildings, four of which are on the important cultural assets register. As well as elegant rooms and suites, the hotel offers a range of services
-
Review of Hotel Alpha 1
Location is everything with the Hotel Alpha 1- Daini. Leave the Matsue JR Station South Central Exit, and you will see the building across the street to your left. It is a standard, no-frills business hotel with reasonable rates. The rooms are small but clean and functional, with televisions
-
Fujiya Restaurant in Fujiya Hotel, Hakone
Even if you do not stay at the Fujiya Hotel, you can enjoy a meal in one of its historic restaurants. The elegant Fujiya Restaurant dining room retains its 1930’s splendor and provides an excellent setting for the high-class French meals designed by the head chef, Nobuyoshi
-
Nagoya Castle
Nagoya Castle is an excellent example of a flatland castle. It was completed in 1612, built at the orders of Tokugawa Ieyasu at a strategic point on the Tokaido road. It flourished under the command of the Owani clan until the Meiji Reformation eliminated the samurai class.
-
Atsuta Shrine in Nagoya
Atsuta Shrine 熱田神宮 was first established in 113 to house the sacred sword called Kusanagi-no-tsurugi, one of the three symbols of the imperial regalia. In its 1900 year history, it has had many important patrons such as Oda Nobunaga and the Tokugawa shoguns. The main deity
-
Honeymoon in Japan, Day 7
Nov 7 Fujiya Hotel & Hakone Venetian Glass Museum
Technically, the whole trip to Japan was our honeymoon, but this section was our extra-special romantic getaway. Paul and I referred to staying at the Fujiya Hotel as a honeymoon within our honeymoon. We had wanted to sta
-
Meiji Mura Museum Day Trip from Nagoya
Though most of my trip to Nagoya was packed with negotiations, I did have time off on my last day to do some sightseeing. Actually, my client had taken me to see Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Shrine on Sunday, and it didn’t seem like there was too much else I was interested in withi
Total
884 -travel
FirstPage PreviousPage NextPage LastPage CurrentPage:
27/45 20-travel/Page GoTo Page:
