Historic sites & Historic monuments

Nagasaki: Quiet Islands where Cultures Collide

Nagasaki, part of Kyushu and located on the Southwestern tip of Japan, has been a center for cultural exchange for centuries. From the historical architecture that dots the miles of coastline to the flavors of everyday life, Nagasaki has been molded and defined by its connection to the world outside Japan.

Exploring the “impregnable fortress”, Kumamoto Castle！ Highlights Introduced by Princess Yaso of the Kumamoto-jo Omotenashi Bushotai

Walk the Town with a Local Hero—–. To truly understand a town’s charms, ask those who bring it to life! In this article we’ll be introducing history and culture known only to those who are deeply rooted in the community. In this edition, we will be introducing Kumamoto Castle, which is being rebuilt in the wake …

Come Visit Nagoya Castle!! Highlights Introduced by Toshiie Maeda of the Nagoya Omotenashi Bushotai

Walk the Town with a Local Hero-----. To truly understand a town’s charms, ask those who bring it to life! In this article we’ll be introducing history and culture known only to those who are deeply rooted in the community. This time, we will be guided around Nagoya Castle by a warrior from Nagoya.