UNESCO World Heritage Posts

Shirakawago: Experience the Japanese Countryside Fairytale

Go back in time in Gifu.

Journey to Jomon Sugi: Yakushima's Oldest Tree

Summertime Light Festivals in Nara

With a number of light festivals, August is a great time to take in the atmosphere of the ancient capital.

Back in Time at Gokayama's UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Villages

Step back in time at the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage thatch-roof villages of Gokayama in Toyama Prefecture.

Himeji Castle

A Day at Mount Koya: The Sacred Cheapo Day Trip

As one of the holiest and most beautiful places in Japan, Mount Koya is on the must-visit list for many. Read on for how to make a day trip of it.

Top 5 Japanese Cities to Explore on Foot

Walking around is, without a doubt, the cheapest way to go sightseeing. Here are the top five cities in Japan for wearing out your sneakers.

Cheap Temple-Hopping in Kyoto? Go Shrine-Hopping Instead

Kyoto is known for its temples and shrines. But with entrance fees, temple-hopping adds up. What's the cheapo way to go sightseeing? Shrine-hopping!

Higashiyama District

Yakushiji Temple

The Legends of Kyoto's Kiyomizu-dera

Ninnaji Temple

Ninnaji Temple: Maintaining Zen on a Budget

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Museum

Hiroshima Peace Memorial (A-Bomb Dome)

Nara Park