Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine

The Hidden Realm of Kumano – The Abandonment and Harmony of Terraced Rice Fields

In the deep mountains of the Kumano region, one encounters landscapes where time seems to have stood still. Lands once bustling with rice cultivation now quietly mark the passage of time amidst nature. This article shares the mystical nature of Kumano and the beauty of its forgotten terraced rice fields. When I first stepped into Read More…

A pair of chairs you’ll want to sit on.

Wakayama Prefecture has a theme park centering on a zoo called Adventure World, which is famous for its panda research. Therefore, panda pictures and goods can be seen everywhere.One of them, JR Shingu Station, has a pair of panda chairs. To sit on a chair and take a picture, you need to have someone take Read More…

Hashigui-iwa Rocks

The spectacular view of the bright blue sea and rocks can be seen everywhere. You will never get tired of driving along the coastline.