Category: 04 World heritage
Himeji, Japan, Asia, Apr 2004
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Himeji, a thriving industrial port of 470,000, located on the scenic Inland Sea, has a world treasure at its center. With its tiled donjon and towers, its gates, earthen walls, massive stone foundations and ramparts, moat an… more »
Shirakawago, Japan, Asia, Apr 2004
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he Shirakawa is a village surrounded by mountains and lies in the northwestern part of Gifu Prefecture.
The steeply inclined thatched roof of Gassho-zukuri is the unique feature of Shirakawago. ?°Gassho?± literally mean… more »
KanSai, Japan, Asia, Christmas 2000
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We always like visiting Japan, Kansai is a very interesting region!
Osaka: you have to try the crab meal!
Famous scenic spots in Osaka include:
Osaka Castle, ennoju Temple, Tsutenkaku Tower
Nara: The most famous… more »