KYOTO--A stone wall unearthed at the ruins of Fushimi Castle here suggests that 16th ... of Hideyoshi (1537-1598), who unified war-torn Japan. The stone wall, which is 1.8 meters tall and 7 ...

It is called Kohatayama-Fushimi Castle (Kohatayama Castle ... of Shiga Prefecture specializing in the history of Japanese castles. “It is a significant finding that causes us to fundamentally ...

Discover the unique charm of cities in Japan. From quirky vending machines to animal cafes, explore the fascinating ...

The Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine ... This historic castle dates back to the 14th century and is considered one of the best-preserved examples of Japanese castle architecture. Budget-conscious solo ...

Editor’s note: This article discusses historical events that may spoil upcoming seasons of the “Shogun” TV series. Perhaps my favorite shot from the original 1980 “Shogun” miniseries was ...

Upon being proclaimed Shogun (feudal military dictator) of Japan in 1603, Ieyasu constructed a palace that would reflect his supreme power. Nijo Castle in central Kyoto was certainly ostentatious ...

Kumamoto Castle in the southwestern Japan city of Kumamoto is surrounded by an artificial sea of clouds on Oct. 9, 2024, created to attract tourists. (Kyodo) KUMAMOTO, Japan (Kyodo) -- Kumamoto ...

Kyoto’s ancient temples and beautiful natural surroundings are what make it one of Japan’s most popular ... Nishiki Market and historic Nijo Castle, the best of the city’s hotel scene ...

Pass through the tunnel of red torii gates at Kyoto’s Fushimi ... in Japan include robot hotels and (more) futuristic trains. The Shiki-Shima cruises like a space-age beluga across Tohoku, a ...

Known as the Land of the Rising Sun, Japan's civilization dates as far back as 30,000 years. Today, the archipelago seamlessly blends its rich history with its ultra-modern present. And while its ...

Llamas in residence: There's llama love at several resorts these daysForget turndown service or pillow menus -- the hottest new hotel amenity has four legs and a reputation for spitting. When an ...