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Kongofukuji Temple is a serene escape in Kochi [...]

Built during the 17th century, Kochi Castle is a stunning [...]

KODO is a renowned Japanese Taiko group based on the remote island of Sado, Japan. [...]

Sado Kinzan, also known as the Sado Gold Mine, is a historic site located on the picturesque Sado Island in Japan. [...]

Welcome to the Ogi Folk Museum, located in the charming Sado Island in Japan. This museum offers a unique opportunity to delve into the rich cultural heritage of the island and learn about the local customs, traditions, and history. [...]

Senkakuwan Bay, located on the beautiful Sado Island in Japan, is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by nature lovers and adventure seekers. [...]

Having been a port since medieval times, Shukunegi went through a prosperous 17th century brought about by the Sado Kinzan Gold Mine. [...]

Today’s shrine, Futatsu-Iwa Daimyōjin, despite its rather shabby looks, is not only a surprise example of what an old shrine lost in a forest can look like, but also has one of Sado’s most famous deities: Danzaburou! [...]

Known as Umi-Hotaru in Japan (See-firefly), they are specifically, Vargula hilgendorfii, a species of bioluminescent ostracod crustacean. [...]

Located in Sado, Myosenji temple is connected to Nichiren Shonin, the founder of the Nichiren School of Buddhism. [...]

Chokokuji Temple was founded in 807 by Kobo Daishi (Kukai) on the picturesque island of Sado in Niigata prefecture. Chokokuji features a unique design imitating the famous Hasedera Temple in Yamato prefecture. It goes to the extent to even use Hasedera Temple Kanji : 長谷寺. [...]

A few months ago we had the privilege to enjoy Sado’s unique Hangiri tub boat at night, and today we would like to share with you another video featuring these rather unique boats : the Tarai Bune of Ogi (Sado). [...]