As part of the experience ... Usually closed to the public, this wooden structure is one of the oldest Japanese castle turrets. The turret, believed to have been relocated from the ill-fated ...

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As part of the experience, visitors receive an exclusive tour of the Fushimi Yagura turret, a nationally designated important cultural property. Usually closed to the public, this wooden structure is ...

Be lord (and lady) of 400-year-old Fukuyama Castle in western Japan by booking a stay in its moon-viewing turret; meals, ...

Ancient history and sophisticated modern technology mingle seamlessly in Japan and together create some Japan landmarks not ...

allowing visitors to see various parts of the castle in their past and present forms. Accessible from the special website, the tour is available in Japanese, English, Korean and Chinese to appeal ...

Whirlpools occur when fast-moving and slow-moving tides collide. The Naruto Strait is an ideal location for this phenomenon, where powerful currents flow into a calm sea between both shores. The speed ...

An exhibition has opened in Sligo to celebrate the life and work of renowned Irish sculptor Fred Conlon. The Hamilton Gallery ...

I’ve been in Japan for less than 24 hours and somehow, I’ve found myself in a ruby-red basement bar watching an 89-year-old ...

A walking tour of the Kiso Valley offers glimpses of the golden age of Japan’s great printmakers.

Alex Bradshaw Escape the crowds and discover Kyushu, an often overlooked, yet easily accessible part of Japan, where ancient traditions meet vibrant modern life. From impressive castles and serene ...