Toyokawa, a city located in the east of Aichi Prefecture, is home to one of Japan’s most marvelous shrines: Toyokawa Inari. A must-visit destination when visiting Japan. Toyokawa Inari is considered one of Japan’s Big Three Inari Temples and it is a place worshipped by millions of visitors every year. Toyokawa Inari, officially named Enpukuzan Toyokawa Kaku Myôgonji, serves as both a Buddhist and Shinto place of worship. It is...
Nagoya hosts multiple exciting annual events throughout the year, including seasonal festivals, samurai parades, and special cultural events for all kinds of audiences. During autumn, one of the greatest cultural festivals is the Yattokame Culture Festival. The Yattokame Festival is a journey through Japan’s traditional performing arts, history, and culture. In 2024, it will be held from October 26th to November 17th. For almost an entire month, you can enjoy...
Nestled in the heart of Gifu Prefecture, Gujo Hachiman is a charming castle town that remains one of Japan’s best-kept secrets. Though often overlooked in travel guides, this hidden gem offers a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty that makes it an ideal day trip destination. If you are looking for a day trip that will have you feeling like you stepped straight into a Studio Ghibli movie, look...
See the past, present, and future through Nagoya architecture. Japan has some fascinating architecture. Kyoto is famous for its traditional temples and buildings, while Tokyo is renowned for its ultramodern cityscapes and awe-inspiring skyscrapers that dominate its skyline. Nagoya is very much a mixture of the two. It is quickly developing new high-rise apartment buildings and offices, but it’s not just flashy apartments that help create Nagoya’s impressive array of...
The season of summer festivals has come to an end, and it is finally getting cooler in Nagoya. Autumn is finally here. Autumn is considered one of the most beautiful seasons to visit Japan, and depending on whom you ask, it may even rival spring! September, the official start of autumn can still be quite hot and humid, but temperatures finally start to drop October. By November, autumn has truly...
