The Sanin region, known for literary figures such as Lafcadio Hearn (Yakumo Koizumi), is easily accessible from Hiroshima. To visit the area, laden with cultural attractions, there is a highway bus that operates daily, ferrying people between Hiroshima and Matsue. Additionally, from April 1 to ...
With a history of around 1,300 years, the Tamatsukuri Onsen area is home to an abundance of hot spring ryokan (traditional Japanese inns). Among them is Hotel Chorakuen, which has been in business for over 150 years and is famous for its massive hot spring. ...
Boasting flourishing industries and a plethora of sights steeped in rich history, the Kansai region has long been a political, cultural and commercial center of Japan. Located in the western part of Japan, Kansai consists of eight prefectures — Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Wakayama, Hyogo, Shiga, ...
Firstly, we are delighted to be able to host the G20 Summit in Osaka. We would also like to extend our warmest welcome to everyone visiting Osaka Prefecture. It is a great honor to have leaders from countries and organizations throughout the world gather ...
The Kansai region is expected to continue garnering attention in coming months and years as a string of major international events takes place in the area through 2025. One high-profile event on the calendar is the 2019 Rugby World Cup, which will be held in ...
The Kansai region, not only renowned as home to Japan's ancient capital, but still considered a major economic and cultural center today, boasts many cultural assets. Among all of UNESCO's World Heritage sites in Japan, Himeji Castle in Hyogo Prefecture was one of the first ...
On a sunny weekend during rice-planting season, the people of Japan's largest rice-producing prefecture, Niigata, welcomed ministers and delegates from the 20 major economies of the world as well as six invited countries and eight organizations, as the G20 Niigata Agriculture Ministers' Meeting was ...
The picturesque Seto Inland Sea area of western Japan is a popular tourist destination, home to a variety of scenic beauty, historic attractions and a rich culinary heritage. The region is a hop away from major Kansai cities such as Osaka, Kyoto and Kobe. It's ...
Okayama Prefecture is blessed with minimal rain and mild temperatures, making the area famous for high-quality fruit. However, travelers to the area will find a bounty beyond delicious produce. Recommended historic spots include Okayama Korakuen Garden, which dates back about 300 years and was awarded ...
West Japan Railway Co. operates many uniquely designed and themed sightseeing trains throughout its vast network covering 18 prefectures. Sightseeing trains, including steam locomotives, differ from typical commuter and express trains and offer passengers relaxed travel in an elaborately decorated setting. Mainly running on weekends and ...
Compact and efficient, the energetic city of Fukuoka is an ideal venue to host this weekend's two-day G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting, with the vibrant metropolis slated to also welcome major events such as some 2019 Rugby World Cup matches, as ...
Diversity is at the core of many of the labor and economic policies designed by the current government, including work-style reforms and promotion of women's participation in society. How much has actually changed in Japanese workplaces? Are they becoming more diverse in all aspects? Prior ...
