Isecity

Ise-jingu is a representative shrine of Japan’s Shinto religion.

Asuka Village

Enigmatic stone works such as the Ishibutai tumulus, Nimenishi and Kameishi invite visitors on a romantic journey into Japan’s ancient times.

Sakurai City

This is Japan’s oldest public road. Along it are found many shrines, tumuli and other points worth visiting.

Nara City

Built 710, this palace was modeled after the Chang’an capitol of ancient China. Replicas of the Sazaku-mon Gate and Daigoku-den Hall have been constructed.

Nara City

Commonly known for the Daibutsu (Big Buddha) housed inside, Todai-ji Temple was commissioned by the Emperor Shomu.

Uji City

Uji is the setting of the “Tale of Genji”, a representative literary work of the Heian Era. The area has been known since ancient times for the locally grown tea.

Kyoto City

Built by Yoshimitsu Ashikaga, Kinkaku-ji Temple is covered in shiny gold leaf. It is a picturesque sight in front of Kyokochi Pond.