The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Hikone Harbor, a short bus ride from Hikone Station, is where sightseeing boats to Chikubushima Island depart from.
Yume Kyōbashi Castle Road, also known as Old New Town, is a traditional street in Hikone, famous for its old-style houses and lucky cats.
A free, fun little museum in Hikone dedicated to one of Japan's most loved mascots, Hikonyan the cool samurai cat.
Yagizaki Park on the south shore of Lake Kawaguchiko is famous for its mound with Mt. Fuji views and seasonal flowers.
It is said to be Mount Fuji's oldest shrine (having been erected in 699 AD).
A small shrine in the heart of America-mura, which was built to protect the area. Known to provide protection from misfortune, good luck, safe …
A shopping complex in Ame-mura, home to various thrift shops, a few restaurants and the retro games arcade The Silver Ball Planet. How to get …
A museum in the heart of Dōtonbori, which showcases the 400-year-rich history of Bunraku and Kabuki Theater.
A small museum showcasing ukiyo-e woodblock prints from Osaka, featuring portraits of popular Edo kabuki actors.
Learn how to make your own takoyaki at the Dōtonbori Kukuru Konamon Museum, located in the middle of Dōtonbori.
A popular Ukiyo-e Museum located inside the famous Shinsaibashi-suji Shotengai.
The Nagasaki Museum of History & Culture lets you explore the city's rich and diverse past, which served as a window to the rest of the world …
