The Matsudaira Clan, relatives of the Tokugawa Shogun, controlled Takamatsu’s former castle town and surrounding area, then known as the Sanuki Province, during most of the Edo Period. Under the ruling clan, beautiful Ritsurin Park was built.
The city of Takamatsu is the capital of Kagawa, Japan’s smallest prefecture, with a population of about 420,000 people. It has excellent transportation access to various parts of Shikoku Island and Seto Inland Sea.
One of the three largest cities in Japan, Nagoya is easily accessible with its public transportation network. From historical attractions to popular commercial facilities and original cuisine, there are plenty of things to discover.
Surrounded by pristine nature, the clear Nagara River flowing through the center and lush green Mt. Kinka towering in the distance, Gifu is known for its traditional 1,300-year-old Ukai (Cormorant fishing) and Gifu Castle, a national historic site.
Gifu City Located in the center of Japan, Gifu City is surrounded by pristine nature, with the clear Nagara River flowing through the city center and the lush green Mt. Kinka towering in the distance, It is also known as a city of history and traditions, such as 1,300-year-old Ukai (Cormorant fishing) and Gifu Castle,…
Nagoya Castle Built in 1615 by Tokugawa Ieyasu, Nagoya Castle is famous for its grand castle tower boasting the largest total floor area in history, and the gorgeous Honmaru Palace. In addition, it functioned as a fortress with an ironclad defense and was the first castle to be designated as a national treasure. Even after…
Nagoya City Located in the middle of Japan and one of the three largest cities in Japan, Nagoya is easily accessible with its substantial public transportation network. From historical tourist attractions to popular commercial facilities and original cuisine, there are plenty of things to see in Nagoya.