Kyoto Zoos & Aquariums Uji City Botanical Park 4.07 2 Experience a botanical holiday with Japan's largest terraced flower bed and an exotic greenhouse. See More
Shiga Hotpot Restaurants Jidoriya Onza 4.07 2 Enjoy fresh Jidori chicken dishes only available at the restaurant specializing in Jidori chicken! See More
Kobe Cafés Starbucks Coffee Kobe Kitano Ijinkan Store 4.07 2 A Starbucks housed in the "Kitano Monogatari", a Registered Tangible Cultural Property and a historic foreign residence. See More
Osaka Shopping Streets Shinsaibashi-suji Shopping Street 4.07 2 A bustling shopping street running north-south in the center of Osaka. See More
Hyogo Museums Kinosaki Straw Craft Folk Museum 4.07 2 Step into the 300-Year Long History Behind Kinosaki Barley Straw Craft. See More
Hyogo Museums Kinosaki Literary Museum 4.07 2 A literary museum in the hot spring town displaying works and information about writers associated with Kinosaki. See More
Osaka Parks & Gardens Settsukyo Park 4.07 2 A scenic spot in the Hokusetsu area where visitors can enjoy the beauty of a refreshing valley. See More
Osaka Parks & Gardens Daisen Park 4.07 2 This is a symbolic park full of historical atmosphere, with ancient tombs lining its path. See More
Mie Experiences Facilities Ama hut Satoumian 4.07 2 Sharing a moment in the lives of Ama divers in Shima and Toba where they still work actively. See More
Kyoto Museums Minamiza Theatre 4.07 2 A traditional theater with more than 400 years of history. See More Related Articles Guide to Discovering Kabuki and Enjoying Its Performance: Experience Japan’s Traditional Performing Art Kabuki is a traditional Japanese performing art. Kabuki, with its various charms, has been a popular form of entertainment in Japan for centuries. Stepping into a Kabuki theater transports you to an extraordinary world. For over 400 years, Kabuki actors, who are the pride of Japan, have preserved and carried on this tradition, dazzling audiences with their vibrant performances and magnificent stages. You can experience a special time, enjoying the brilliance of the costumes, the sounds of traditional Japanese instruments like the shamisen, and the refined beauty of the dances down to the fingertips. This world is traditionally an all-male domain, where both the actors who play male roles (“tachiyaku”) and those who play female roles (“onnagata”) have their own distinct aesthetic styles. Even if you don’t understand the language, as long as you grasp the key points of how to watch, you’ll be fine! When you see a performance, there will surely be something that moves your heart.
Guide to Discovering Kabuki and Enjoying Its Performance: Experience Japan’s Traditional Performing Art Kabuki is a traditional Japanese performing art. Kabuki, with its various charms, has been a popular form of entertainment in Japan for centuries. Stepping into a Kabuki theater transports you to an extraordinary world. For over 400 years, Kabuki actors, who are the pride of Japan, have preserved and carried on this tradition, dazzling audiences with their vibrant performances and magnificent stages. You can experience a special time, enjoying the brilliance of the costumes, the sounds of traditional Japanese instruments like the shamisen, and the refined beauty of the dances down to the fingertips. This world is traditionally an all-male domain, where both the actors who play male roles (“tachiyaku”) and those who play female roles (“onnagata”) have their own distinct aesthetic styles. Even if you don’t understand the language, as long as you grasp the key points of how to watch, you’ll be fine! When you see a performance, there will surely be something that moves your heart.
Nara Outdoors Kuuchuu no Mura (Village in the Air) 4.07 2 A completely different outdoor facility to enjoy a stay in a forest, produced by a French. See More
Nara Shrines & Temples Okadera Temple 4.07 2 Japan’s first spot to ward off evil spirits to which many worshippers take refuge. See More
Kyoto Tourist Attractions Ine no Funaya 4.07 2 Located along Ine Bay, where fishing is thriving, this is a rare building in Japan where the first floor is connected to the sea. See More
Kyoto Shrines & Temples Toji Temple 4.07 2 The five-storied pagoda seen from the Tokaido Shinkansen (Bullet Train) is Kyoto’s symbol. See More
Shiga Hotels Biwako Hotel 4.07 2 All rooms offer an extraordinary stay and a magnificent view of the lake. See More
Wakayama Commercial Buildings Aeon Mall Wakayama 4.07 2 The largest shopping mall in Wakayama with 160 shops. See More Related Articles 40 Things to Do in Wakayama Wakayama Prefecture, blessed with oceans, mountains, and rivers, is a popular travel destination filled with historical sites, World Heritage locations, leisure spots, hot springs, and more. From scenic attractions that showcase Japan’s beautiful seasonal landscapes to accommodations, cuisine, and hot springs, we’ve carefully selected the best recommendations for your visit.
40 Things to Do in Wakayama Wakayama Prefecture, blessed with oceans, mountains, and rivers, is a popular travel destination filled with historical sites, World Heritage locations, leisure spots, hot springs, and more. From scenic attractions that showcase Japan’s beautiful seasonal landscapes to accommodations, cuisine, and hot springs, we’ve carefully selected the best recommendations for your visit.
Osaka Capsule Hotels GUESTHOUSE Rice Chikko 4.07 2 A charming guesthouse with cozy, Japanese-modern vibes. See More
Osaka Winter festivals & Events Festival of the Lights in OSAKA: Osaka Hikari-Renaissance 4.07 2 Art of light spreading over the waters of Nakanoshima. See More
Kyoto Shrines & Temples Kurama-dera 4.07 2 This temple is known to be the place where Ushiwakamaru (later Minamoto no Yoshitsune) trained with Tengu (a long‐nosed goblin). It is also popular as a sacred power place. See More
Nara Shrines & Temples Kashihara Jingu (Kashihara Shrine) 4.07 2 The historical shrine stands at the land of Japan’s founding, honoring the first emperor, Jinmu. See More
