Japanese History Archives | Kansai Odyssey

The Legend of Anchin and Kiyohime is a renowned tale in the Kishu region of Wakayama, Japan. This tragic story

Dokyo: Japan’s Most Notorious Villain?

Ever since the reign of Emperor Jinmu, for many centuries Japan’s capital was Nara. However, in 784, they completely abandoned

It is no secret that Japan has a lot of earthquakes every year. Earthquakes are truly fearsome acts of nature,

Shikanoshima Island is a small scenic island located in the middle of Hakata Bay in Kyushu. The island’s perimeter is

Over the years, Osaka has gained a reputation as a bustling hub for trade and commerce. Its history is closely

Just a stone’s throw from Fukuoka Airport in Hakata is one of Japan’s most famous national historic sites, the Itazuke

In the realm of Japanese mythology, few places are more important than the designated meeting place of all the Japanese

In the center of Aichi Prefecture is the old city, Okazaki. Known as the birthplace of Hatcho Miso, Okazaki is