On the border between Nara and Osaka, on the mountainside of Mt. Shigi is Chogosonshiji Temple. Guarded by a giant

When it comes to Nara and Kyoto, people can easily name a few ancient buildings. On the other hand Kobe,

OmiHachiman is the most famous tourist spot in the Omi region. Famous for the ruins of Hachiman-yama Castle and its

 Kusunoki Masashige is one of Japan’s most infamous samurai warriors. He battled loyally for the throne and spent his youth

Some of the most famous warriors from Osaka, are without question Toyotomi Hideyoshi or Sanada Yukimura. However, most people outside

While Kinpusen-ji is the most popular temple in Yoshino, Yoshimizu Shrine [𠮷水神社]is the most popular shrine. Near Kinpusen-ji, Yoshimizu Shrine

For many who visit Yoshino, the main attractions are, apart from the thousands of cherry blossoms in the spring, are

Mt. Yoshino, located in the center of Nara, is the most famous sakura place in the entire country of Japan.