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#73 Shourinzan Darumaji and Daimonya

Takasaki Shi, Gunma Ken Shourinzan Darumaji temple is believed to be the place where Japanese daruma dolls originated. The temple is...

#72 Kusatsu Onsen

Kusatsu Machi, Gunma Ken This hot spring mecca is one of Japan’s three most famous onsen towns along with Gero and Arima Onsen. Located...

#71 Ryuzoji

Yamaguchi City, Yamaguchi Prefecture The oldest temple in the city. A famous priest, Gyoki, stayed here and built the temple. Noticed a...

#70 Mitsukuni Honten (Wagashi)

Hagi Shi, Yamaguchi Ken A small wagashi shop in town. Most popular item is a whole natsumikan citrus (famous produce of Hagi) with...

#69 Mukou Jima

Hofu Shi, Yamaguchi Ken Mukoujima is an island in Hofu City connected with a bridge. Many small, historical shrines. Wild Ajisai in...

#68 Manhole of Yamaguchi City

Yamaguchi Shi, Yamaguchi Ken Manhole cards of many cities throughout Japan are produced by Water and Sewerage Bureau. Three designs for...

#67 Tenku no Cafe at Nagano Yama

Shunan Shi, Yamaguchi Ken Located at the summit of Nagano Yama at 1050 meters altitude, the highest point of Shunan city. Not a typical...

#66 Mihorido Uirou (Wagashi)

Yamaguchi Shi, Yamaguchi Ken Uirou (sweet jelly) is one of the traditional sweets made in Yamaguchi. Unlike other places, uirou in...