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  • September 2, 2018

    Matsushiro Bunbu Literary & Military Arts School

    Also referred to as the ‘Matsushiro Bunbu Gakko’ and ‘Old School for Literary and Military Arts’, the school was instituted in 1855 to educate the sons of high-status samurai in martial arts, traditi...
  • August 31, 2018

    Samurai & Traditional Experiences in Matsushiro

    Formerly a school for the sons of samurai, the Matsushiro Bunbu Literary & Military Arts School is one of Matsushiro’s most interesting destinations and from Monday to Friday, offers visitors to ...
  • May 1, 2019

    Art & Craft Experiences in Azumino

    Home to the eighteen galleries and museums of the Azumino ‘Art Line’, along with multiple venues dedicated to providing holistic and therapeutic workshops, Azumino is an ideal destination for visitor...
  • May 2, 2019

    Lake Aoki

    Located 12km directly south of the Hakuba Happo Bus Terminal, Lake Aoki is best known for its azure waters and ever-changing seasonal beauty throughout the year. From the cherry blossoms of spring, t...
  • August 15, 2018

    Zozan Imperial Wartime Tunnels

    Officially known as the 'Matsushiro Daihonei' or  ‘Matsushiro Underground Imperial Headquarters’, the Zozan Tunnels are a series of extensive subterranean passageways, bunkers and living areas e...
  • July 13, 2018

    Togakushi Ninja & Folk Museum inc. Ninja House

    Established in the 12th century, the Togakure school of ninja was founded in the mountains of Togakushi and was from that time onward, the area has been known for its connection to those most mysteri...
  • July 3, 2018

    Togakure Ninja Training in Togakushi

    Established in Togakushi in the 12th century, the Togakure school of ninjitsu is one of the three major schools of ninja in Japan. Visitors to Togakushi can of course learn about this tradition a...
  • June 28, 2018

    Stay at a Traditional ‘Shukubo’ in Togakushi

    Home to some of the most important Shinto shrines in Japan, Togakushi has been a place of pilgrimage for hundreds of years. Five shrines make-up the Togakushi complex of which the Okusha (Upper S...
  • February 26, 2018

    Takayama Morning Markets

    The Takayama Morning Markets – ‘asa-ichi’ – take place at two locations in the town, every morning of the year. The smaller of the two is held in front of the Takayama Jinya and mostly sells local pr...