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Nihon Navigator: Your Web Guide to Japan (Part 7)
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Planning a trip or simply curious about Japan? This comprehensive collection of websites serves as your essential guide to discovering everything from majestic castles and serene temples to breathtaking natural landscapes and vibrant cultural experie...
Full List here: benable.com/Perzpektiba/nihon-navigator-your-web-guide-to-japan
Planning a trip or simply curious about Japan? This comprehensive collection of websites serves as your essential guide to discovering everything from majestic castles and serene temples to breathtaking natural landscapes and vibrant cultural experie...
Full List here: benable.com/Perzpektiba/nihon-navigator-your-web-guide-to-japan
Sections
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History and Religion
Japan's Rail Network
Your Guide to Japanese Vending Machines
Shopping Streets
History and Religion
Journey through Japan's profound past and spiritual heritage. This section explores the world of Shinto gods and goddesses, the sacred Shikoku 88 Temple pilgrimage, and majestic shrines. Delve into the history of formidable Japan castles and wander t...
Shinto gods and goddesses are called kami (神), and within Japanese culture it is said that there are kami for everything. From virtues and rituals, to professions and weather phenomena, to trees, mountains, and rocks, there is divinity residing in ev...
120 Shinto Gods and Goddesses to Know
From Wikipedia:
The Shikoku Pilgrimage (四国遍路, Shikoku Henro) or Shikoku Junrei (四国巡礼) is a multi-site pilgrimage of 88 temples associated with the Buddhist monk Kūkai (Kōbō Daishi) on the island of Shikoku, Japan. A popular and distinctive feature of the island's cu...
The Shikoku Pilgrimage (四国遍路, Shikoku Henro) or Shikoku Junrei (四国巡礼) is a multi-site pilgrimage of 88 temples associated with the Buddhist monk Kūkai (Kōbō Daishi) on the island of Shikoku, Japan. A popular and distinctive feature of the island's cu...
Introduction of each sacred place – Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage
Shinto shrines (神社, jinja) are places of worship and the dwellings of the kami, the Shinto "gods". Sacred objects of worship that represent the kami are stored in the innermost chamber of the shrine where they cannot usually be seen by anybody. In so...
People visit shrines in order to pay respect to the kami or to pray for good fortune. Shrines are also visited during special events such as New Year, Setsubun, Shichigosan and other festivals. New born babies are traditionally brought to a shrine a ...
People visit shrines in order to pay respect to the kami or to pray for good fortune. Shrines are also visited during special events such as New Year, Setsubun, Shichigosan and other festivals. New born babies are traditionally brought to a shrine a ...
List of Japan Shrines
History of castles in Japan
Fortresses have been built in Japan since early times. A particular need for castles arose in the 15th century after the central government's authority had weakened and Japan had fallen into the chaotic era of warring states (sengoku jidai). During t...
When Oda Nobunaga reestablished a central authority over Japan in the second half of the 16th century, and his successor Toyotomi Hideyoshi completed the reunification of Japan, many larger castles were built across the country. Unlike the earlier ca...
After the end of the feudal age (1868), many castles were destroyed as unwelcome relics of the past or were lost in World War II. Only a dozen "original castles", i.e. castles with a main keep that dates from the feudal era (before 1868), survive tod...
Fortresses have been built in Japan since early times. A particular need for castles arose in the 15th century after the central government's authority had weakened and Japan had fallen into the chaotic era of warring states (sengoku jidai). During t...
When Oda Nobunaga reestablished a central authority over Japan in the second half of the 16th century, and his successor Toyotomi Hideyoshi completed the reunification of Japan, many larger castles were built across the country. Unlike the earlier ca...
After the end of the feudal age (1868), many castles were destroyed as unwelcome relics of the past or were lost in World War II. Only a dozen "original castles", i.e. castles with a main keep that dates from the feudal era (before 1868), survive tod...
Castles of Japan
While many of Japan's historic buildings and districts have been lost due to fires, earthquakes, wars and city redevelopment, some cities and towns have managed to preserve a street block or whole district of traditional buildings for residents and t...
Historic towns and districts
Japan's Rail Network
This section provides a concise overview of Japan's world-class railway system. Discover the various train types, from high-speed Shinkansen to scenic tourist lines, and learn practical tips for navigating this efficient and punctual mode of transpor...
Japan's four major islands - Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu and Shikoku - are covered by an extensive and reliable network of railways. Trains are a very convenient way for visitors to travel around Japan, and a wide array of rail passes is available.
Trains
If you are planning a trip with the Japan Rail Pass, better be prepared! You will be riding Japanese trains quite often.
In Japan, railroads are the primary mode of passenger transportation, and they have been ever since the first passenger steam locomotives debuted in Japan during the Meiji Restoration in 1872.
There is 30,625 km of rail lines all over Japan and they carry more than 9 billion passengers per year. Due to the country’s extensive use of its rail system, 46 of the top 50 busiest stations in the world are located in Japan.
In Japan, railroads are the primary mode of passenger transportation, and they have been ever since the first passenger steam locomotives debuted in Japan during the Meiji Restoration in 1872.
There is 30,625 km of rail lines all over Japan and they carry more than 9 billion passengers per year. Due to the country’s extensive use of its rail system, 46 of the top 50 busiest stations in the world are located in Japan.
Train travel in Japan: a complete guide | JRailPass
Use this if it doesn't work: https://www.klook.com/blog/japan-train-guide/
Trains in Japan are well-known for being modern, always on time, and super convenient. In fact, Japanese trains are among the fastest in the world! There are six different types of trains you can hop aboard: the famous Shinkansen (aka Japanese bullet...
Trains in Japan are well-known for being modern, always on time, and super convenient. In fact, Japanese trains are among the fastest in the world! There are six different types of trains you can hop aboard: the famous Shinkansen (aka Japanese bullet...
Different Types of Trains in Japan Explained So You Hop On the Right One - Klook Travel Blog
Use this if it doesn't work: https://www.toretabi.jp/collet/entry-8170.html
From those who want to enjoy a luxurious train journey, like first class on an airplane, to railway enthusiasts who want to fully enjoy a train journey on their days off, they recommend tourist trains and luxury sleeper trains, which are ideal for tr...
A tourist train is a train whose purpose is to allow passengers to enjoy sightseeing on board. With gorgeous interiors and meals served, the train offers an experience similar to that of a combined hotel and restaurant.
If subdivided further, there are also "sleeper trains" where you can stay overnight, and "luxury trains" that, as the name suggests, will make you feel like an aristocrat, offering a slightly different experience from regular trains.
From those who want to enjoy a luxurious train journey, like first class on an airplane, to railway enthusiasts who want to fully enjoy a train journey on their days off, they recommend tourist trains and luxury sleeper trains, which are ideal for tr...
A tourist train is a train whose purpose is to allow passengers to enjoy sightseeing on board. With gorgeous interiors and meals served, the train offers an experience similar to that of a combined hotel and restaurant.
If subdivided further, there are also "sleeper trains" where you can stay overnight, and "luxury trains" that, as the name suggests, will make you feel like an aristocrat, offering a slightly different experience from regular trains.
A list of JR tourist trains across Japan! A comprehensive introduction to luxury sleeper trains (Japanese Site)
Discover comprehensive information on trains and services operated by the West Japan Railway Company (JR West). This official guide details various Shinkansen types (like NOZOMI and HIKARI), limited express trains, and unique themed journeys such as ...
Our trains | West Japan Railway Company
Discover comprehensive information on train services and routes operated by the East Japan Railway Company (JR-EAST). This official guide covers everything from various Shinkansen lines and Limited Express trains to essential rail passes, ticket purc...
Trains & Routes | JR-EAST
Optimize your travel across Japan with this essential resource for train timetables and route planning. Utilize the convenient searcher to find train schedules, explore various tourist passes (like the JAPAN RAIL PASS), and book Shinkansen tickets. W...
Japan Train Timetable Searcher
Your Guide to Japanese Vending Machines
Uncover the unique appeal of Japanese vending machines through these external resources. Explore sites dedicated to showcasing the amazing and often unexpected products you can buy, alongside others that provide practical maps to pinpoint vending mac...
Curious about Japan's unique vending machine culture? This site offers a fascinating peek into the diverse and innovative automatic vending machines found across the country, from everyday essentials to the truly unexpected. And if you're in Japan, y...
Japanese Vending Machine Business (Japanese Site)
"自販機をさがせ！" (Find a Vending Machine!) is your go-to interactive map for discovering automatic vending machines across Japan. Get precise details like addresses, product categories, and even photos for each location. It's also a valuable resource if yo...
Find a Vending Machine! (Japanese Site)
Shopping Streets
Discover Japan's vibrant retail scene with our guide to its dynamic shopping streets. From bustling arcades filled with trendy boutiques to charming lanes offering traditional crafts, explore the diverse retail experiences and unique finds that await...
Use this if it doesn't work: gotokyo.org/en/story/guide/neighborhood-shopping-streets/index.html
Shotengai—these neighborhood shopping streets have prospered and grown with the residents who frequent them. From tasty, affordable food to offbeat fashion items to one-off souvenirs, discover the unique charms of Tokyo's different communities.
Shotengai—these neighborhood shopping streets have prospered and grown with the residents who frequent them. From tasty, affordable food to offbeat fashion items to one-off souvenirs, discover the unique charms of Tokyo's different communities.
Shotengai Tour―Visit Neighborhood Shopping Streets for a Local Experience of Tokyo
Use this if it doesn't work: japan.travel/en/my/story/where-to-buy-souvenir-japan-shopping-street-shotengai
Have you ever visited a shotengai before? “Shotengai” refers to a covered shopping arcade or shopping street in Japan. Typically reserved for pedestrians, and occasionally cyclists, a shotengai usually caters primarily to local residents, with a mix ...
Because of the hyper-local nature of each shopping street, no two shotengai are the same — making a visit truly delightful. It’s a real peek into the local character of an area and a great way to get under the surface of a city!
Moreover, you can find souvenirs specific to each shotengai. What better way to commemorate a visit to a charming local shopping street? In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of iconic shopping streets in Japan, along with a unique souvenir yo...
Have you ever visited a shotengai before? “Shotengai” refers to a covered shopping arcade or shopping street in Japan. Typically reserved for pedestrians, and occasionally cyclists, a shotengai usually caters primarily to local residents, with a mix ...
Because of the hyper-local nature of each shopping street, no two shotengai are the same — making a visit truly delightful. It’s a real peek into the local character of an area and a great way to get under the surface of a city!
Moreover, you can find souvenirs specific to each shotengai. What better way to commemorate a visit to a charming local shopping street? In this article, we’ll introduce a selection of iconic shopping streets in Japan, along with a unique souvenir yo...
Shop for Souvenirs Like a Local at a Shotengai