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A walking report of Beppu Tower's observation deck. Experience sunset views over Beppu Bay and the retro Showa-era atmosphere of this 1957 landmark.
Discover Michi-no-Eki Notsuharu, a roadside station in Oita with stunning dam lake views. Enjoy dam curry on the terrace overlooking Nanase Dam—a must-visit for dam enthusiasts.
How do restored castles become more enjoyable? Discover modern approaches from Shuri, Kumamoto, Osaka, and Odawara—barrier-free access, video content, and interactive exhibits.
Discover Oka Castle in Oita, a clifftop fortress famed for inspiring "Kojo no Tsuki." Walk along unfenced stone walls with panoramic views of the Kuju Mountains.
Explore Oka Castle in Oita on foot. Walk from the parking lot to the main keep, enjoying unfenced stone walls, panoramic mountain views, and the statue of composer Rentaro Taki.
Discover Miyazaki's best spots across 3 areas. From coastal shrines to Takachiho Gorge, plus local cuisine. A guide for first-time visitors.
Learn about the International Space Station (ISS), including Japan's Kibo laboratory module. Discover how to spot the ISS with the naked eye from Japan, the best viewing conditions, and where to check observation forecasts before its 2030 retirement.
Your guide to Amanoiwato Shrine in Takachiho, Miyazaki. Discover three sacred sites: Nishi Hongu where you can view the cave Amaterasu hid in, Higashi Hongu, and Amano Yasukawara where eight million gods gathered.
Explore Amanoiwato Shrine in Takachiho. Join a guided tour to view the sacred Amano-Iwato cave, then walk to the mystical Amanoyasukawara.
Learn about Amano-Iwato, the myth where sun goddess Amaterasu hid in a cave and plunged the world into darkness. Discover the story, the gods involved, and sacred sites to visit in Takachiho.