Mykonos, islands of wind with windmill and whitewashed paradise (3)

<Little Venice area> Continued to previous article, we introduce Mykonos island and this time using actioncam' movie. www.tohoku-guide.com www.tohoku-guide.com <Street walk 1> youtu.be <Street walk 2> youtu.be <Little venice & windmill 1> youtu.be <Little venice & windmill 2> youtu.be (Last visit) M…

Most "like" acquired photo in Instagram

We introduced Tohoku' attractive spots this blog, in the meantime we also posted the message and photos in Instagram. www.instagram.com Below is previous article of Most "like" acquired photo in Instagram. www.tohoku-guide.com <Ranked 4th> 11 like acquired article <Rakuten Seimei Park in Miyagi> www…

Most "+1" acquired photo in +Google

We introduced Tohoku' attractive spots this blog, in the meantime we also posted the message and photos in +Google. plus.google.com Below is previous article of Most "+1" acquired photo in +Google. www.tohoku-guide.com <Ranked 5th> +10 acquired article <Oze National Park in Tochigi> plus.google.com …

Soma Nomaoi, 1000-year-old traditional horse festival - Shinki Sodatsusen

<Samurai horsemen running up to command-in-chief place> Continued to previous Soma Nomaoi(野馬追) festival article introduced armor horse racing, we introduce Shinki Sodatsusen, samurai horsemen competing for shrine flags. Below is the official website and this year is commerce on July 28th- 30st. soma…

Soma Nomaoi, 1000-year-old traditional horse festival - armor horse racing

<Kacchu Keiba, armor horse racing 1> The festive event called Soma Nomaoi(野馬追) has been held over 1000 year-old history in Soma District of Fukushima. It originate in 10th Century when samurai warriors of this region secretly conducted the military exercises related with horse. This festival has bee…

A list of attractive places in Greece

<Amazing Meteora, rock pinnacles topped with monasteries> We visited Greece attractive places in May and would like to the experience and beautiful town & scenery photo with below list. www.tohoku-guide.com Place name World Heritage site Genre Article (New)Mykonos island / ミコノス島 - Island, Beach, Wil…

A list of historical sightseeing spots in Japan Tohoku

<Tsurugajo castle on cherry blossom season in Fukushima> Continued to previous article, we introduce the latest list of historical attractive spot in Tohoku. www.tohoku-guide.com Spot name Prefecture Genre Article Yamadera / 山寺 Yamagata Temple/td> Link (New)Hiraizumi / 平泉 Chuson-ji and Motsu-ji Iwat…

A list of natural sightseeing spots in Japan Tohoku

<Amazing view near Mount Adatara in Fukushima> To find the article which interested in easier for blog visitor, we divided the list into two groups. One is natural sightseeing spot and the other is historical sightseeing spot. Here is the natural sightseeing spot list in Tohoku region. Spot name Pre…

(July update) A list of Tohoku sightseeing spots in Japan with Michelin guide' grade

<Mount Adatara in Autumn season in Fukushima> Here is the latest list of attractive spot in Tohoku. To emphasize the highlight of Tohoku sightseeing spots, we introduced spots and the grade of Michelin green guide, a international reputable guidebook together. travelguide.michelin.com Spot name Pref…

Takkoku no Iwaya, a temple on the rock face of a cliff (2)

<Bishamodo> Continued to previous article, we introdue Takkoku no Iwaya (達谷窟) attractiveness. Together with Bishamodo hall, Ganmen Daibutsu is another attraction. www.tohoku-guide.com Ganmen Daibutsu with 16.5m high Buddha is one of the five large Buddhas in Japan. It is called Amida Butsu and comme…

Takkoku no Iwaya, a temple on the rock face of a cliff (1)

<The approach to the main hall> Takkoku no Iwaya (達谷窟) is a temple constructed on the rock face of a cliff in Hiraizumi area. And it was established as a religious precinct by Sakanoue no Tamuramaro in the 9th century. <Bishamondo hall entrance> The warload Akuro Takamaro had his headquarters in a f…

Issaikyo peak, breathtaking views of Azuma-Kofuji and brilliant turquoise-color pond (2)

<Kamanuma Pond 1> Last article, we introduced the Issaikyo peak (一切経山) acend route attraction. This time we introduce decend route attraction such as Kamanuma Pond. Not only ascend highlight to the Issaikyo peak, but also decend side trail is highly recommended to the climber. The picturesque Kamanu…

Osaki Hachimangu, magestic shrine pavilion with brilliantly colored carvings

<Osaki Hachimangu> Osaki Hachimangu (大崎八幡宮) is built in 1607 by Lord Date Masamune. It is magestic shrine pavilion with brilliantly colored carvings on a base of deep black lacquer. Also it is oldest shrine constructed in Gongen-zukuri architecture style designated as a national treasure. This place…

Zuihoden, superb example of elegant, gorgeous decorated architecture of the early Edo period

<Main entrance of Zuihoden with Momoyama culture style> Zuihoden (瑞鳳殿) is the mausoleum of Date Masamune, powerful feudal lords in Edo Period. Masamune was known throughout Japan as "One-eyed Dragon" during Edo. When Masamune was 70 years old, he commanded this be build one of his dying requests and…

Issaikyo peak, breathtaking views of Azuma-Kofuji and brilliant turquoise-color pond (1)

<Goshikinuma on cloudy day> Issaikyo peak (一切経山) elevated 1949 meters in Fukushima can be reached 80-min. hike from the Jododaira (浄土平) Marshland, where the parking place is located and several hiking trails starting point. <Entrance to the mountain area> <Unmelted snow trail> <marshland before fill…

Oze National Park, home to many beautiful flowers incl. Skunk cabbage (2)

<Wood deck with Skunk cabbage> Continued to previous article of Oze National Park, we introduce this area. www.tohoku-guide.com Oze National Park consists of three parts, Oze area, Ozegahara Marsh, and Lake Ozenuma & famous mountain such as Mt Shibutsu, Mt Hiuchigatake and Mt Aizu Komagatake. <Looko…

Oze National Park, home to many beautiful flowers incl. Skunk cabbage (1)

<Lookout Mt Hiuchigatake> We visited Oze National park and introduce some of their attractiveness. Oze is a national park spanning the four prefecture of Gunma, Fukushima, Niigata and Tochigi. And it is a nice hiking destination where has several surrounding mountains are located in the park. <Wood …

Mount Adatara, one of Japan's 100 famous mountains on the opening of a mountain to climbers (2)

<Look over mountain range from the top> As earlier introduced, we climbed up to Mount Adatara on the opening of a mountain to climbers of May 20th(Sun). And introduced the scenery of ascend route previous article. www.tohoku-guide.com This time, we introduce decend route that is more interesting sce…

Mount Adatara, one of Japan's 100 famous mountains on the opening of a mountain to climbers (1)

<Opening event near top of the mountain> We climbed up to Mount Adatara on the opening of a mountain to climbers last month. From May 20th(Sun), it is beginning the mountaineering season this year. We introduce the latest Mount Adatara scenery using photos in the right order. For your reference, bel…

Mount Adatara, one of Japan's 100 famous mountains offer bustling autumn leaf scenery (2)

<Mountain Stream with bustling autumn leaf 1> Continued from last article, introducing the attractiveness of Mount Adatara in Autumn. Below photos are took during autumn leaf season. www.tohoku-guide.com <Waterfall spot along mountain stream> <Bridge across the stream 1> <Bridge across the stream 2>…

(Update) Hiraizumi, temples, gardens and archeological sites <Motsu-ji temple>

<Oizumigaike(Pond)> Hiraizumi (平泉) has two major popular attraction. One is Chuson-ji temple, the other is Motsu-ji temple. This time we pick up Motsu-ji temple. Below is the last time article of Chuson-ji temple. www.tohoku-guide.com Motsu-ji temple was founded by Ennin in 850. At that time the sec…

Mount Adatara, one of Japan's 100 famous mountains offer bustling autumn leaf scenery (1)

<Mount Adatara summit 1> Mount Adatara (安達太良山) is a stratovolcano in Fukushima and also one of Japan's 100 famous mountains. The mountain is multiple volcanoes forming a broad, forested mountain range. The active peak crater is surrounded by hot springs and fumaroles. <great view of the volcanic cra…

(Update) Hiraizumi, temples, gardens and archeological sites <Chuson-ji temple>

<The approach to the main hall> Hiraizumi (平泉) has two major popular attraction. One is Chuson-ji temple, the other is Motsu-ji temple. This time pick up Chuson-ji temple scenery. <Bell tower located along the approach to the main hall> We visited Hiraizumi this month again and update the different …

Rakuten Seimei Park Miyagi, first ever Ferris-Wheel at ballpark & natural grass brings baseball atmosphere

<Lucky seventh inning> Rakuten Seimei Park Miyagi is a stadium in Sendai, primarily used for baseball. Although It opened in 1950, to modernize the facility for baseabll team, the Golden Eagles, seating quantity was reduced from 28,600 to 20,000 and wider space seat was introduced. Also, an artifici…

Meteora, experiencing sanctuaries lasting several generation at monasteries (3)

<Great Meteoron in Meteora> As indicate last article that introducing monasteries of Great Meteoron, Holy Trinity and St. Stephen. Great Meteoron The Holy Monastery of Great Meteoro (Transfiguration of Jesus) is the biggest and oldest one of all, dating back to the 14th century. It was called the mo…

Meteora, experiencing sanctuaries lasting several generation at monasteries (2)

<Look over Varlaam from Great Meteoron> As introduced last article that Meteora is consists of rock pinnacles topped with 24 monasteries in total. These 24 monasteries emerged on the peak of the rocks from 14th until 16th century. And existing 6 monasteries became the centers of the Orthodox in the …

Meteora, experiencing sanctuaries lasting several generation at monasteries (1)

<Great Meteoron in Meteora> Meteora is located near the town of Kalampaka and consists of rock pinnacles topped with 24 monasteries in total. And 6 of monasteries are open to public, we visited three monasteries this time, Great Meteoron, Holy Trinity (Agia Triada) and St. Stephen. <Kalampaka town n…

Santorini island, dramatic views and beautiful sunsets on volcanic caldera (3)

<Sunset that the sun dawn on the sea in Oia> There are several villages on Santorini Island and Fira, Oia are the 2 major towns. Today we introduce the attractiveness of Oia town. <blue domes in Oia> <Local cuisine 1> Oia - for unforgettable sunsets, probably the most charming place on the island. J…

Santorini island, dramatic views and beautiful sunsets on volcanic caldera (2)

<Fira town street with cat> There are several villages on Santorini Island and Fira, Oia are the 2 major towns. Today we picked up Fira` attractiveness. Fira is the capital of the island, where the whitestone streets bustle with shops, tavernas and cafes From the port, visitor can take a cable car u…

Santorini island, dramatic views and beautiful sunsets on volcanic caldera (1)

<Blue doomed church in Fira> Santorini island is natural wonder place, and the attraction is the landscape and seacoast scenery. <Landscape and seacoast scenery> The semicircular shaped island is originated from the volcanic explosions. The towns of Fira, Oia and Thira are facing the steep cliffs in…