This video, titled "Zojo-ji temple Jizo Statues Part II - Tokyo - 三縁山増上寺 - 4K Ultra HD" was produced by "TokyoStreetView - Japan The Beautiful." Zojo-ji temple is located in Shiba Park, Minato, Tokyo, not far from Tokyo Tower. The temple is said to have been founded in the 9th century by a disciple of Kukai, and during the Edo period the temple prospered as a family temple of the Tokugawa shoguns. Many history buffs still visit the temple today because of the graves of the shoguns, including the 2nd Shogun Hidetada and Oeyo, on the temple grounds. It is said that if you pass through San Gedatsu Gate, which was built in 1622 to prevent warfare, you will be freed from the three human poisons. Zojo-ji Temple is a must-visit temple when you head over to Tokyo Tower during your stay in Tokyo.

The Esteemed Architect, Arata Isozaki This video is titled "Arata Isozaki Receives the Pritzker Prize, The Nobel Prize of Architecture!" (磯崎新氏にプリツカー賞 “建築界のノーベル賞). Arata Isozaki born in Oita-shi, Oita in Japan's Kyushu region, is a registered architect with a first-class license and a member of the Japan Art Academy. He is the son of businessman, Soji Isozaki, and is considered a legend in the field of Architecture. Besides the Pritzker Architecture Prize, he has received several other awards, including the AIJ Prize (Architectural Institute of Japan), a Golden Lion from "La Biennale di Venezia," and more. Atelier Arata Isozaki, established in 1963, is home to a number of prominent architects. Famous Works of Arata Isozaki! Photo：Brooklyn Art Museum Masterpieces of Arata Isozaki, the legendary architect, include ・Gunma Astronomical Observatory ・Kitakyushu Museum ・Hara Museum Arc ・Art Tower Mito ・Nagi Museum Of Contemporary Art ・Art Plaza (Oita, Oita) ・Kitakyushu Chuo Library [Video 0:29] ・Toyama Prefectural Tateyama Museum ・Tsukuba Center Building (Tsukuba, Ibaraki) [Video 0:24] and more. His great work also includes some buildings in foreign countries such as MOMA Los Angeles and the Qatar National Convention Center, shown at 0:48 in the video. He also participated in a competition for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, and created urban concepts, such as Aeropolis, in Shinjuku and Marunouchi, all of which incorporate contemporary thought. Currently, he is active in Okinawa, China, the Middle East and Europe. What is the Pritzker Prize? Source :YouTube screenshot The Pritzker Prize is an award for architects which was established by the Pritzker family, the founder of the Hotel chain "Hyatt." Arata Isozaki won the 46th Pritzker Prize making him the 8th Japanese architect to win the award. With his unique architectural design, combining both Eastern and Western styles, he was able to win the Pritzker Prize, as described in the video at 0:38. Summary of Pritzker Prize Winner Arata Isozaki Source :YouTube screenshot The Pritzker Prize is one of the most honorable prizes an architect can receive, as it's known as the "Nobel Prize of Architecture." Japanese architects, Kenzo Tange and Tadao Ando have also won the Pritzker Prize in the past. If you're interested in learning more about Arata Isozaki, be sure to check out some of the buildings he has designed. You can also check out some of his books as well!

This video, titled "[Eng sub] 5min Easy Watercolor | Tree Painting tutorial," was released by "Watercolor by Shibasaki." In this lesson, Harumichi Shibasaki teaches tips for watercolor painting that are easy to understand even for beginners. In this lesson, you'll learn how to paint a realistic watercolor painting of a broad-leafed tree, such as the zelkova. The key to painting trees realistically is to be aware of the areas where the light from the sun hits and the areas in shadow. Then, using the dry brush strokes of a drained dry brush, I rough out the shape of the leaves. Enjoy how the colors gradually deepen on the canvas as if by magic.

This video, titled "Ryoan-ji Temple - Kyoto - 龍安寺," was released by "TokyoStreetView - Japan The Beautiful." If you're interested in Japanese Zen gardens, we highly recommend visiting Ryoan-ji Temple in Kyoto. Ryoan-ji Temple has a Japanese garden with 15 stones and is a national historic site and a special place of scenic beauty. The beautiful stone garden is also known as the "tiger cub crossing" (虎の子渡しの庭) because the stones represent tigers and the sand represents a river crossing. It is said that the garden at Ryoan-ji represents the deep philosophy of Zen, as not all of the stones can be seen when looking at the garden from a single location. In addition to the stone garden, you should also visit the tsukubai and Kyoyo Chi Pond, which offers a spectacular view of the garden.

This video, titled "Ukimido Mangetsuji Temple - Shiga - 満月寺 浮御堂 - 4K Ultra HD," was released by "TokyoStreetView - Japan The Beautiful" Mangetsuji Temple, located on the shores of Lake Biwa in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, is home to a temple called Ukimido, which is a Buddhist temple that sits over the lake. This temple is located on the shores of Lake Biwa in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, and was built by monks in the Heian period (794-1192) to pray for safety on the lake and for the salvation of all sentient beings. Many haiku poets, including Matsuo Basho, loved Ukimido, which offers a panoramic view of Lake Biwa, and a number of monuments to haiku poems have been erected on the hall's grounds. Its splendid scenery has been selected as one of the Eight Scenic Views of Omi, known as the "Rakugan (geese) of Katada. There are many other places around Lake Biwa that have been selected as one of the Eight Views of Omi​, so be sure to stop by!

This video, titled "銀閣寺・慈照寺　Ginkakuji Temple," was released by "yamakami kumasan." Ginkakuji Temple (The Silver Pavilion), officially called Jisho-ji Temple, was built by Ashikaga Yoshimasa, the 8th Shogun of the Muromachi period. The two buildings, Ginkakuji Temple and Togu-Do, are designated as national treasures. Kyoto has a Golden Pavilion and a Silver Pavilion, but unlike the Golden Pavilion, which has a golden exterior wall, the walls of the Silver Pavilion are not silver. The Silver Pavilion's calm and serene appearance with a Zen atmosphere is the charm of the building. The beautiful gardens are also a must-see at the Silver Pavilion. It is said that the meticulously shaped sand mound built on Ginsyadan, known as Kogetsudai, was built to allow visitors to view the moon from the garden.

茨城県の絶景である牛久大仏が堪能出来る動画の紹介 こちらの「【絶景茨城】牛久大仏 ［4K］茨城県牛久市｜VIST IBARAKI,JAPAN」は、茨城県の牛久大仏の絶景を4Kで堪能出来る動画です。 日本で最大の立像である牛久大仏の迫力は必見です！ 牛久大仏の歴史と文化について！ 牛久大仏は、日本の茨城県牛久市の浄土庭園内に、1983年から1992年の9年の年月をかけて建造されました。 動画の0:35で紹介されている通り、茨城県は浄土真宗の宗祖として知られる親鸞（しんらん）聖人のゆかりの地ということから、牛久大仏が建造されました。 全高120m（仏高100m,台座20m）の青銅製大仏で、立像としては日本最大です。 ブロンズ立像としては世界一とされており、ギネスブックにも登録をされています。 その迫力はインスタ映え間違い無いでしょう。 牛久大仏の内部と周辺の名所 日本最大の大きさを誇る牛久大仏は、見た目のインパクトに目が行きがちになりますが、牛久大仏の内部に入ることもできます。 頭頂部には避雷針と航空障害灯があり、更には胎内が5層で分けられており、ここではそれぞれの層について紹介をします。 光の世界 1Fは、人の煩悩を表すとされている不思議な空間。 薄暗い空間の真ん中に一筋の光が降り注いでいる様は幻想的で不思議な印象を受けます 念仏の間・知恩報徳の世界 2Fは、和の雰囲気をたっぷり感じることが出来る空間となっており、お正月の時期になれば、念仏の間にて書初め体験も出来ます。 同じフロアには、別に約77席も写経席が用意されています。 料金はかかりますが、こちらでは写経体験も出来るので、お立ち寄りの際はぜひ訪ねてみるとよいでしょう。 蓮華蔵世界 3Fは、圧巻の約3,400体の胎内仏に囲まれた金色の世界が広がる空間となっています。 毎日朝と夕方には読経が響き渡り、他のフロアとは一風変わった雰囲気を放っています。 霊鷲山の間・展望台 4Fと5Fには、霊鷲山の間・展望台があります。 霊鷲山の間には、仏舎利（釈尊の遺骨）が安置されています。 また釈尊の生誕、入滅のパネル等が展示され、歴史について知ることが出来ます。 そして、牛久大仏には、展望台も設置されており、茨城県の景色を余すことなく見渡すことが出来ます。 スカイツリーや富士山も見ることが出来る、日本屈指の展望台としても知られています。 その他にも牛久大仏のある広大な浄土庭園内には、動物と触れ合える小動物公園やお花畑があり、食事処では茨城県のグルメをたっぷり堪能することが出来ます。 牛久大仏の観光の紹介まとめ こちらの「絶景茨城】牛久大仏 ［4K］茨城県牛久市｜VIST IBARAKI,JAPAN」では、牛久大仏の魅力を余すことなく堪能出来る動画となっています。 その見た目の迫力は勿論のこと、内部の充実さも目を見張るものがあり、観光スポットとしてはまさに日本屈指のものとなっています。 牛久大仏の他にも、周辺にある小動物公園や仲見世等も茨城県の観光スポットとして有名なので、茨城県に来た際には、立ち寄って見てはいかがでしょうか。 ぜひ今回紹介させて頂いた動画とこの記事を参考に、牛久大仏への観光を一考して下さると、幸いです。

This video, titled "Kozen-ji Temple (Kiso Valley) - Nagano - 興禅寺 - 4K Ultra HD" was produced by "TokyoStreetView - Japan The Beautiful." The Kiso area of Nagano Prefecture is a popular tourist destination with plateaus full of nature. Kozenji Temple, shown in the video, is an ancient temple with hundreds of years of history in Kiso. The temple is said to have been founded by the Kiso clan and is home to the cemetery of the Kiso clan, including Kiso Yoshinaka (Minamoto no Yoshinaka), an important figure in Japanese history. There are four beautiful gardens in the precincts of Kozenji. Among them is Kanun-tei, a famous masterpiece by Mirei Shigemori, which has been designated as a National Monument. Kiso-Fukushima is also home to the scenic Tsumago-juku. It's a good idea to combine Kozenji Temple and Tsumago-juku with a trip to Nagano Prefecture!

Introducing the Newly Renovated Tokyo Kaikan This video, titled "To the New Tokyo Kaikan" (新生東京會舘へ), is a PR video released by "Tokyo Kaikan" to announce the reopening of "Tokyo Kaikan" on January 8, 2019. In this article, we'll introduce the charms of the newly renovated Tokyo Kaikan in Chiyoda, Tokyo alongside the video. The video shows the charm of the new Tokyo Kaikan, which combines traditional tastes and hospitality with newness and modernity, in line with the renewal concept of "NEWCLASSICS" = "new and traditional." The Newly Renovated Tokyo Kaikan Source :YouTube screenshot Tokyo Kaikan, which opened its first building in 1922 as a world-class location for social gatherings has underwent massive renovations to prepare to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2022. The newly renovated Tokyo Kaikan opened in January 2019 as a commercial complex facility with banquet halls, restaurants, cafes, and a wedding venue. Tokyo Kaikan is within walking distance from Tokyo Station, Yurakucho Station, Nijubashimae Station, and Hibiya Station, and has very convenient transportation access. Restaurants and Dining at the Newly Renovated Tokyo Kaikan Source :YouTube screenshot The new Tokyo Kaikan has eight restaurants, as well as shops and cafes. The French restaurant "Prunier", which has been loved since the founding of Tokyo Kaikan, welcomes Chef Hiroyuki Matsumoto, who has worked at three-star restaurants in France and who will breathe new life into the establishment while maintaining the traditional flavors. The French restaurant "Prunier" can be seen at 1:15 in the video. The newly opened restaurants are the all-day dining "Rossini Terrace" and the Teppanyaki restaurant "kai". Also, at "Sweets Boutique," you can find beautiful cakes made with seasonal fruits and "Hyotan cream puff." Facilities at the Newly Renovated Tokyo Kaikan" Source :YouTube screenshot The large banquet hall "Rose" that can accommodate up to 2000 people, which can be seen from 1:06 in the video, has been luxuriously renewed and upgraded with the latest equipment. There are also up to 10 small and medium-sized banquet halls that can be used for parties and meetings. Stories of Celebrities Who Love Tokyo Kaikan From 2:50in the video, one celebrity talks about his feelings for the new Tokyo Kaikan. Second generation kabuki actor Matsumoto Hakuo mentions "I would like them to retain the good aspects of the old Tokyo Kaikan where you were able to relax." Author Mizuki Tsujimura says, "I want the new building to be my favorite place, second only to my home in Tokyo." Summary of the Newly Renovated Tokyo Kaikan Source :YouTube screenshot As you can see in the video, the charm of the new Tokyo Kaikan is that it has been renovated while preserving the traditions that made it a beloved place for social gatherings. In addition to the restaurants and banquet facilities mentioned above, weddings and wedding ceremonies are also popular, as well as cooking schools that teach the flavors of Tokyo Kaikan from beginner to advanced level. If you're looking to enjoy dinner, lunch, parties, or a wedding in a luxurious space, be sure to check out this video and experience the splendor of the new Tokyo Kaikan. Also, don't forget to visit the official website for prices and reservations. ◆Tokyo Kaikan◆ 【Address】3-2-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 100-0005 Japan 【Hours】8:30 - 17:00 (November 16 - March: 9:00 - 16:00) 【Access】A 10-minute walk from the Marunouchi South Exit of Tokyo Station 【Official Website】Tokyo Kaikan https://www.kaikan.co.jp/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Tokyo Kaikan https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g14129528-d15745859-Reviews-Tokyo_Kaikan-Marunouchi_Chiyoda_Tokyo_Tokyo_Prefecture_Kanto.html

This video, titled "Harajuku Station on the Yamanote Line Gets a Facelift, Saying Goodbye to the Wooden Station Building" (山手線原宿駅が装い一新 木造駅舎とはお別れ), was released by "KyodoNews." Harajuku Station on the JR Yamanote Line, along with Shibuya Station, is used by many people every day as the gateway to the "town of youth." The Harajuku Station building was built in the Taisho Period in a western style and was popular as a landmark building that was great for taking Instagram pictures. However, due to fire safety concerns, Harajuku Station was renovated for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. The new station building, which will open in March 2020, will have a stylish look and will be easy to use with barrier-free facilities. From now on, passengers on the Yamanote Line will be able to use the new Harajuku Station to visit tourist attractions, such as Meiji Shrine and Omotesando!

島根県出雲大社紹介動画について こちらの動画は「しまねっこCH」が公開した「Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine」です。 島根を観光するなら出雲大社は絶対に外せない！日本の古き良き文化を再認識できるおすすめ観光スポットです！ こちらの記事では、島根県の王道観光スポット、縁結びで有名な出雲大社について紹介致します。 また、出雲大社周辺へのアクセスや駐車場情報も合わせて紹介させて頂きますので要チェックです。 島根県出雲大社とは 出雲大社とは、正しくは「いずものおおやしろ」と読み、島根県出雲市にある縁結びで有名で、島根以外にも全国から参拝客や観光客が訪れる神社です。 八雲山を背にするように建っており、その歴史は、日本最古の歴史書である古事記にも創建の記載があり、数千年を超えることがわかります。 主祭神は「大国主大神（おおくにぬしのおおかみ）」で、縁結びの神様と言われています。 島根県出雲大社は日本唯一の神在月 日本は通常旧暦の10月を「神無月」と呼びますが、島根県の出雲地方では日本で唯一「神在月」と呼びます。 これは、全国の神様が旧暦の10月に島根県の出雲大社に集まるため、そのほかの地域では神様が居なくなるからという説があります。 「神在月」をより実感することが出来るイベントとして、島根の出雲地域では旧暦の10月・神在月になると、神様を迎える神迎祭（かみむかえさい）、八百万の神が縁結びや来年の収穫について話し合う神在祭（かみありさい）、神様がそれぞれの国に帰る為の神等去出祭（からさでさい）という一連の祭事を行います。 この時期になると島根以外にも全国から多くの観光客が集まり、出雲大社を参拝に訪れます。 島根県出雲大社へのアクセスや駐車場情報 島根県出雲大社への観光の際はレンタカーを借りることをおすすめします。 自動車での出雲大社へのアクセスは、、JR出雲市駅から約20分でアクセスできます。 駐車場は出雲大社周辺に無料で利用できる場所がいくつかあり、収容台数も多いので、通常であれば土日でも停める場所がないということは無いでしょう。 しかし、先述の神在月の期間や、正月、お盆、ゴールデンウィークなどの大型連休や観光シーズンの際は非常に混雑します。 上記期間に参拝・観光を検討される場合は、JR出雲市駅に隣接している一畑電車をご利用することをおすすめします。 島根県出雲大社紹介まとめ 島根県出雲大社について紹介させて頂きました。 出雲大社は非常に厳かで神秘的な雰囲気を持つ観光スポットです。 日本の古き良き文化を直に感じることが出来る神聖なスポット。 是非、島根観光に来た際は出雲大社に足を運んでみてはいかがでしょうか。

This video, titled "[Cinematic] Joginyorai Saiho Temple - Miyagi - 定義如来 西方寺 - 4K Ultra HD" was produced by "TokyoStreetView - Japan The Beautiful." Located in the city of Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Saihoji Temple is locally referred to as "Teigi San". The temple honors a hanging scroll of the Amitabha Buddha, which was brought to the temple at the end of the Heian period by Taira no Shigemori. Beyond the magnificent temple gate is the distinctive hexagonal main hall. Be sure to visit the imposing five-story pagoda at Saihoji Temple as well. You can also spend a leisurely day in the garden near the five-story pagoda while enjoying a cup of green tea. Situated in the mountains, far from the city center of Sendai, Saihoji Temple is an ideal spot for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and relax.

インスタ映えするフラワーイベントFLOWERS BY NAKED 2018の紹介動画 こちらの動画は「nippon.com」が公開したフラワーイベント「flowes by Naked 2018」を紹介した動画「Digital Art on Ancient Walls: Kyoto’s Nijō Castle Lit Up in High-Tech Show | nippon.com」です。 2018年11月からのおよそ一か月間、京都の世界遺産・二条城で、花をテーマにした参加者体験型のプロジェクション・マッピングが開催されました。 インスタ映えすることでも話題になった空間アート。 今回は、このFLOWES BY NAKEDのイベントを手始めに二条城の魅力をお伝えします。 FLOWES BY NAKED（フラワーズ バイ ネイキッド） とは FLOWERS BY NAKED（フラワーズ バイ ネイキッド）とは、アーティスト村松亮太郎（株式会社ネイキッド代表）を筆頭に、花、オブジェ、映像、音楽、香り、そしてインタラクティブをメインコンテンツとした体験型イベントです。 プロモーションの一環としてテーマ曲である「輪舞曲」もリリースされています。 東京では日本橋で開催され、翌年には文化都市・京都でもイベントを開催。 京都・二条城は大政奉還の舞台にもなったことで有名で、おりしも2018年は大政奉還から150年の節目を迎えた年でした。 世界遺産・二条城の魅力 世界遺産・元離宮二条城は1603年に江戸幕府初代将軍・徳川家康により築かれた平城（ひらじろ）です。 平城とは山地ではなく平地に築かれた城のことで、二条城は京都市中京区にあります。 城全体が国の史跡に、そして二の丸御殿が国宝に指定されています。 動画では二の丸御殿のプロジェクション・マッピングが0:46から紹介されています。 二条城にもかつて天守閣がありましたが、天災により焼失。現在は天守台を残すのみです。 また、唐門は絢爛豪華な桃山時代の様式を残す貴重な門で、動画では0:13からデジタルアートの様子が映し出されています。 二条城は春になると京都のお花見処としてもおすすめの観光名所です。 桜の木が敷地内で50品目、300本も植えられ、素晴らしい景色を見せてくれます。 お土産屋さんでは、入場記念符が販売されており、二条城に来た記念におすすめです。 国際都市・京都の魅力 海外の観光都市ランキングでも上位を占め、人気のある京都は、日本の歴史が詰まった国際都市であり、二条城に限らずおすすめの旅行スポットがたくさんあります。 京都は交通アクセスも良く、駐車場やホテルも多いので、二条城に訪れたら、ホテルや旅館に宿泊して周辺エリアの探索もしてみることをおすすめします。 二条城から少し足を伸ばせば、陰陽師で有名な清明神社など穴場スポットもあります。 フラワーイベントFLOWERS BY NAKED 2018の紹介まとめ 二条城では桜のライトアップや、FLOWERS BY NAKEDのようなデジタルアートイベントが定期的に開催されています。 今後のイベント開催情報は二条城やFLOWERS BY NAKEDの公式サイトから確認できます。

Introducing Drone Footage of Kumamoto Castle's Reconstruction! This video, titled "Four Years Since Kumamoto Earthquake. Drone Footage of Kumamoto Castle's Reconstruction" (熊本地震から4年　修復作業続く熊本城をドローン撮影), was released by "Jiji Press Video Center" (時事通信映像センター) in 2020. Kumamoto Castle is a famous sightseeing spot in Kumamoto. It was damaged in the Kumamoto Earthquake that struck on April 14th, 2016 and reconstruction is currently ongoing. Reconstruction of the exterior of the large keep will be finished by 2020, and work on the interior of the large keep and small keep will continue through 2021. During the restoration period, the castle has a special viewing corridor, as shown at 1:05 of the video, where you can see a close look at the repairs taking place. The History and Characteristics of Kumamoto Castle Photo：Kumamoto Castle Kumamoto Castle, also known as Ginnan Castle, was built between the Azuchi-Momoyama period (1573-1598) and the Edo period (1603-1868) in Kumamoto, Akita, Higo as a flatland-mountain castle. After Kato Kiyomasa rebuilt the castle, it became the residence of the Hosokawa family of the Kumamoto Domain until the end of the Edo period. In the Meiji period (1868-1912), it was used as a battlefield for Satsuma Rebellion and as a school. The ruins of castle are designated as a national special historic site and the turret and gate which escaped the flames of the Satsuma Rebellion have been designated Important Cultural Properties. Condition of Reconstruction Photo：Restoration of Kumamoto Castle Kumamoto Castle was badly damaged in the 2016 earthquake. However, the castle barely survived, being supported by a single line of stone wall. This came to be called "The Stone Wall Miracle" and became a beacon of hope for the people affected by the disaster. The total cost of repairing Kumamoto Castle is estimated to be about 35.4 billion yen. If you donate more than 10,000 yen, you will receive a "Castle Lord Card" and "Castle Lord Certificate" and your name will be listed on the digital board. As of 2019, donations have exceeded 2 billion yen. The basic plan for reconstruction was created in 2018 and included "the early restoration of the castle tower, a symbol of reconstruction, and "a plan to lay the foundation to survive at least 100 years." Sightseeing Spots Around the Castle Photo：Kumamoto Castle and Cherry Blossoms The free guide "Omotenashi Busho" is very popular at Kumamoto Castle. You can enjoy cherry blossoms in the spring and autumn colors in the fall, which are very photogenic. There's also the exciting "Kumamoto Castle Marathon" in winter where you can run around the castle. Kato Shrine dedicated to Kato Kiyomasa and the Monogatari Goten on the second floor of the Kumamoto Museum Wakuwakuza are also a must-see. Also check out the "Wakuwakuza History and Cultural Experience." Summary of Kumamoto Castle's Restoration Photo：Kumamoto Castle Inner Citadel and Turrets The castle has 400 years of history and the castle's reconstruction has been attracting a lot of attention from castle fans in Japan and abroad. Check out the official website for information on the reconstruction, special exhibitions, and for maps. We recommend taking a look at the live camera at Josaien Wakuwakuza to check the progress. ◆About Kumamoto Castle◆ 【Address】1-1 Honmaru, Chuo, Kumamoto, Kumamoto 【Access】A 10-minute walk from Kumamoto Castle/City Hall Station and 30 minutes by bus from JR Kumamoto Station 【Entrance fee】500 yen for adult and 200 yen for elementary and junior high school student. 【Hours】8:30 am to 6:00 pm from March to November, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm from December to February 【Closures】December 29th to December 31st 【Parking Facilities】Available 【Telephone No】096-223-5011 【Official Website】Kumamoto Castle https://castle.kumamoto-guide.jp/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Kumamoto Castle https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g298213-d324727-Reviews-Kumamoto_Castle-Kumamoto_Kumamoto_Prefecture_Kyushu.html

This video, titled "[4K] A Festival Float With a Dynamic Ceiling Painting by Katsushika Hokusai｜Obuse, Nagano｜The Hokusai Museum｜nippon.com" (【4K】葛飾北斎の天井絵が躍動する祭屋台：長野・小布施「北斎館」| nippon.com), was released by "nippon.com." Obuse, a popular tourist town in Nagano Prefecture, houses the Hokusai Museum, which exhibits paintings by Katsushika Hokusai. Katsushika Hokusai was an ukiyo-e artist from the Edo Period, and at the age of 83, he visited Obuse in Shinshu to work on a painting. At the Hokusai Museum in Obuse, a work called the "Matsuri Yatai" (festival float) is on display, which is said to be the only three-dimensional object created by Hokusai. The dynamic dragons and phoenixes on the festival float are a sight to behold. Be sure to visit the Hokusai Museum in Obuse to see the dynamic painting by Katsushika Hokusai.

This video, titled "Matsumoto Castle (Castle Tower Interior)" (松本城(天守内部編)), was released by "ibukivideo." In this video, you can see the inside of Matsumoto Castle in Nagano Prefecture. The interior of Matsumoto Castle is constructed with many log pillars. The castle was designed for warfare and you can see the historical background of the castle all the way back to the Warring States period. Guns, armor and paintings from that time period are also displayed. Be sure to check it out in the video.

This video, titled "FARET TACHIKAWA PR(ファーレ立川アートプロモーション)," was released by "Tachikawa City Video Channel" (立川市動画チャンネル). Faret Tachikawa, as introduced in this video, is known as the "City of Art" where many public art installations by artists from around the world have been installed. The area was built in 1994 as part of a redevelopment project on the site of a former U.S. military base at JR Tachikawa Station, and it has become a tourist spot where people from many countries stop by to take a look at the 109 pieces of public art that have been installed. This video introduces Faret Tachikawa in a very stylish way, so if you are interested in art, be sure to check it out!

This video, titled "【ENG Sub】How to make Japanese Painting "NIHONGA" -from Sketching to completion-," was released by "Nihonga Painter Miwa Hiduki." The process for making great pictures is 1. Sketching 2. Rough outline 3. Tracing 4. Outlining 5. Coloring After deciding on a motif, you can start sketching. Try expanding on the motif shown in the video and sketching. In the video she uses tracing paper and transcribes the rough sketch. The next step is to outline, an important step in Japanese painting. Once the outlining is complete, the coloring begins. Check out the beautiful sketches shown in the video. It will stimulate your creativity!

This video, titled "Renovation of the Umeda Sky Building to Celebrate Its 25th Anniversary" (梅田スカイビル開業２５周年リニューアル), was released by "SankeiNews." The Umeda Sky Building is a landmark building in the Umeda area of Osaka. It is a super skyscraper with 40 floors above ground, 2 floors below, and stands 173 meters tall. The observatory was renovated in 2018 to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the building since it first opened in 1993. The Kuchu Teien Observatory at the top of the Umeda Sky Building offers a stunning view of the metropolis of Osaka. The observation deck is located on the rooftop, so you can enjoy the scenery while feeling the breeze. The exhilarating view shown in the video is worth checking out, but it can be a bit scary if you're not fond of heights!

This video, titled "[Autumn Foliage in Reiwa] Bitchu Matsuyama Castle" (「令和の紅葉」　備中松山城), was released by Yomiuri Shimbun Online Videos" (読売新聞オンライン動画). Bitchu Matsuyama Castle is one of the twelve existing castle towers that stands at the top of a mountain 430 meters above sea level. It is the only existing castle with a castle tower and is designated as a National Important Cultural Property. In autumn, the castle is called "Castle in the Sky" for its fantastic appearance in a sea of clouds. The best time to see the autumn foliage is around the end of November. During the fall foliage season, taxis are available from Bicchu Takahashi Station off the JR Hakubi Line. Many people visit here every year. Enjoy the beautiful natural scenery and the authentic wooden castle tower.

This video, titled "Miyagi University Graduation Project 'A Glimpse at the Karakuri Box'" (宮城大学卒業制作 「からくりを覗く」), was released by "Minoru Suzuki" (鈴木実訓). A karakuri box is a box with an opening mechanism on its surface and inside that can only be opened through certain actions. In ancient times, people used to hide important things in these secret boxes. In this several-minute video, titled "A Glimpse at the Karakuri Box," the filmmaker unravels the mechanism by taking out a smaller box out of a square box and opening the box in a nonchalant manner. How does this box open? The best part of the karakuri box is not so much the storage itself, but the process of unraveling the karakuri and opening the box. Enjoy stimulating your curiosity with this video!

This video, titled "A Unique Building in Ginza: Based on the Theme of 'Sukashibori' (16/06/15)" (銀座にユニークなビル出現・・・「透かし彫り」がテーマ(16/06/15)), was released by "ANNnewsCH." The Ginza Place building, which opened in 2016 at the Ginza 4-Chome intersection, has 11 floors above ground and two basement levels, and is based on a traditional craft called "Sukashibori" (openwork/pierced work/fretwork) that involves creating patterns on thin sheets of wood. It contains a Sony showroom, an event space, restaurants, and many other areas, and as a "landmark for creating the Ginza of tomorrow," it serves as a base for contributing to the creation of a district in Ginza that communicates new values and a future for the world from Japan. The architect in charge of the exterior design was Klein Dytham Architecture, an internationally acclaimed firm with a deep knowledge of Japan.

An Introduction to "Kakejiku" This video titled “Kakejiku-Making of a Japanese Hanging Scroll “ produced by “Niko Kitsakis” features how to make a kakejiku by Koseido Kamon Hyoguten. Koseido Kamon Hyoguten in Takarazuka city (宝塚市：Takarazuka-shi ), Hyogo (兵庫県: Hyogo prefecture) was established in 1912. Hideyuki Kamon is the fourth hyogushi (mounter) of this store. Hyogu refers to scrolls, hanging scrolls, folding screens, fusuma (sliding doors), panels, frames, and picture books made by stretching cloth and paper. Hideyuki Kamon, a first class mounting technician, is involved in various works including the making of kakejiku, frames, folding screens, partitions, and the repairing of shoji or old calligraphic works. This video focuses on the making of kakejiku (a very rare sight), as well as the names of the scrolls. Please enjoy the video of this ancient Japanese craft. The Origin and Culture of Kakejiku Photo：Kakejiku People enjoy having kakejiku displayed in their living room. Kakejiku is also called Kakehaba or Yukakake. The art originated in China and came to Japan along with Buddhism over 1000 years ago, before the Heian Period. Its style was established through the cultures of Calligraphy and Tea Ceremony. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heian_period In this video, Hideyuki Kamon talks about the history of Kakejiku from the Kamakura, Edo period to now. There are various types of kakejiku such as Kakemono or Kakeji and Buddhist sutra, ink painting or calligraphy, as well as modern illustrations are drawn in a kakejiku. Kakehaba is counted as “Hito-haba, Futa-haba”. Hideyuki Kamon, the Mounter Who Keeps Pushing Himself Source :YouTube screenshot Hideyuki Kamon says Kakejiku is very deep and he is always finding new ways to challenge himself. According to the interview with him, he discovers new things every day and works hard to refine his new discoveries. How to Make Kakejiku Source :YouTube screenshot You can see how kakejiku are made in the footage from 6:14. Kakejiku is made of washi (traditional Japanese handmade paper), cloth and wooden sticks. A Kakejiku consists of components such as Honshi, Futai, Ichimonji, Chumawashi, Hashira and Hasso. The top and bottom parts of a kakejiku are called "Ten" and "Chi," respectively. The mounter’s techniques are necessary to decorate the washi. You can see a Honshi being sharpened by Ichimonji in the footage from 6:37. A kakejiku is completed through these various steps. Get a Beautiful Kakejiku and Feel Traditional Japanese Culture in Your Own Home! Prices for historical works or ones made by famous artists could end up costing you a lot of money. On the other hand, you can buy kakejiku online at sites like Amazon or Rakuten. If you are interested in ink painting or calligraphy or want to incorporate some Japanese culture into your life, we recommend getting a handmade kakejiku. It's important to focus on not only design, size, and characteristics of the kakejiku, but also on a preservation or storing method for the works before purchasing them. Summary of Kakejiku Kakejiku is a high quality, traditional Japanese craft. Please watch the impressive skills of this kakejiku artisan to learn how to make beautiful kakejiku. Enter the world of kakejiku that you didn’t even know existed. 【Official Website】Koseido Kamon Hyoguten in Takarazuka- A shop to first class mounters https://kouseidou.jp/

Kintaikyo Bridge & Iwakuni Cormorant Fishing Introductory Video This video is created by "Explore HIROSHIMA: Hiroshima City Regional Area Official Tourism Website" to introduce Yamaguchi prefecture's Kintaikyo Bridge and Iwakuni cormorant fishing. Kintaikyo (Kintai) Bridge, located in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi prefecture in Japan's Chugoku region, is known as one of Japan's "Three famous bridges," and is also one of Japan's "Three strangest bridges." This video will show the beauty of the historic, Japanese bridge "Kintaikyo." Iwakuni cormorant fishing is also introduced towards the end of the video (2:00). Sit back, relax, and enjoy the stunning Kintaikyo bridge. About Kintaikyo Bridge Photo：Kintaikyo Bridge Kintaikyo Bridge is a wooden bridge over the Nishiki Seiryu river located in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi prefecture in the Chugoku region of Japan. The bridge was first built in 1673 by Iwakuni domain's, Kikkawa Hiroyoshi. The bridge is known as one of Japan's "Three famous bridges" followed by Nihonbashi (Chuoku, Tokyo) and Meganebashi (Nagasaki City, Nagasaki). Also, the bridge is known as one of Japan's "Three strange bridges" due to its peculiar structure, followed by Saruhashi (Katsuragawa, Yamanashi) and Aimotobashi (Kurobegawa, Toyama). Kintaikyo Bridge had other names such as "Ryouunbashi," "Goryubashi," "Taiunbashi," "Sorobanbashi." It is now referred to as the "miraculous bridge". The bridge is 193.3 meters long, 5 meters wide, and has a five-layered arch form that stretches across 4 stone piers. The main structure was built without using a single nail, using braided wood joinery techniques such as joints and fittings, and is a very rare piece of architecture. This Japanese craftsmanship can be seen in the video at 0:23. The Kintaikyo Bridge was washed away by floods many times in the past. To solve this issue, the bridge was built in an arch form based on the "Seiko Yuranshi," a Chinese drawing depicting a flock of birds and a bridge. The bridge is made using several kinds of Japanese woods based on their different traits. There is red pine, cypress, zelkova, chestnut, oak and hiba. Although reconstruction has been done numerous times, the stone pier and pavement are still the one's from the original construction. The area around Kintaikyo Bridge is famous for its cherry blossoms, which have been selected as one of the top 100 cherry blossom sites in Japan, and you can also enjoy the autumn colors here. Many tourists visit to see the contrast of the historical bridge and the surrounding natural scenery. Foreign tourists often visit in the cherry blossom season to enjoy Hanami (flower viewing). The entry fee for the bridge is 310 Yen for adults and 150 Yen for children (*2019 Dec.). It's approximately 15-20 mins by bus from JR Iwakuni Station. The Iwakuni Kintaikyo Bridge airport is also nearby, and it has 5 round trip flights/day to Haneda Airport. Iwakuni Cormorant Fishing Photo：Cormorant fishing As shown in the video (~2:00), cormorant fishing is a method used to catch sweetfish. You can watch the cormorant fishing under the summer night sky on a sightseeing boat or from the Kintaikyo bridge. The illuminated bridge, the bonfire on the cormorant boats, and the cormorant fishermen's sophisticated work creates a magical scene. There are package plans that go with lunch and dinner too, so be sure to check them out. Cormorant fishing has a long history. It is listed in two of Japan's oldest historical documents, the "Nihon Shoki," and "Kojiki." This fishing method is still used in places like Nagaragawa (Gifu), Ujigawa (Kyoto), and Kisogawa (Aichi) near Nagoya. Tourist spots near Kintaikyo Bridge Photo：Iwakuni Castle There are several spots you must visit when going to Kintaikyo Bridge in Iwakuni, Yamaguchi. First, cross Kintaikyo Bridge and you'll reach the Iwakuni Castle Ropeway (1:07) in about 10 mins. From there hop on the ropeway to see a beautiful view of Iwakuni and Iwakuni Castle, known as one of Japan's "Top 100 Castles" (1:11). Iwakuni Castle was built by Hiroie Kikkawa, the first lord of the Iwakuni domain in Suo Province. In 1615, only seven years after the castle was built, it was demolished in 1615 in accordance with the Edo shogunate's "One Domain, One Castle" decree, but in 1962, the current castle tower was rebuilt. The whole view of Iwakuni, including Kintaikyo Bridge can be seen from the castle tower. As you can see in the video (1:44), the view is absolutely amazing and makes for a great Instagram location. The embankment has been remade as Kikko Park. Iwakuni also has the Iwakuni White Snake Museum, which was built to raise and protect the lucky white snake that lives only in Iwakuni and is designated as a protected species by the Japanese government. Next to the museum, there's Iwakuni White Snake Temple, a famous temple to receive economic fortune. It was established in 2012 and is also a famous tourist spot. In Iwakuni's biggest event, Iwakuni Festival, a huge paper decorated with white snake is paraded through the city to give people economic fortune. The Nishiki River Fireworks Festival, which shoots off about 6,000 fireworks against the backdrop of the Kintaikyo Bridge, is another popular event where you can enjoy food stalls and Iwakuni drums. Don't forget about food and Onsen to relax on your trip. "Sasakiya Kojiro Shouten" and "Takenosato Musashi" featured on TV and other media is located nearby. At these shops, named after the great swordsmen, Musashi Miyamoto and Kojiro Sasaki, we definitely recommend you taste the ice cream. Near the Kintaikyo Bridge, tourists can enjoy great food, including Japanese cuisine, traditional Japanese candy, udon, tea stores to have lunch at, and other places to eat around. Summary What'd you think of this article introducing Iwakuni's Kintaikyo Bridge and cormorant fishing? After watching the video we hope we've sparked your interest in Yamaguchi. There are more videos to see the amazing scenery of the bridge and cormorant fishing; Be sure to check them out while you get ready for your trip to Iwakuni! ◆Kintaikyo Bridge Facilities◆ 【Address】 Iwakuni, Iwakuni-shi, Yamaguchi Prefecture 741-0062 Japan 【Access】 15 mins walk from Kawanishi Station (Gantoku Line) 【Price】Adults: 310 Yen / Children: 150 Yen (Dec. 2019) 【Hours】All-day 【Closures】None 【Parking】Kintaikyo Shimogawara Parking Area / Yokoyama Kasenjiki Ground Parking Area 【Telephone】0827-29-5107 【Official Website】Yamaguchi Prefecture, Iwakuni City Hall Website https://translate.google.co.jp/translate?sl=ja&tl=en&js=y&prev=_t&hl=ja&ie=UTF-8&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.city.iwakuni.lg.jp%2F&edit-text= 【Official Website】Iwakuni City Tourism Promotion Section Website "Iwakuni tabi-no-kakehashi" http://honyaku.j-server.com/LUCIWAKUNI/ns/tl.cgi/http%3a//kankou.iwakuni-city.net/?SLANG=ja&TLANG=en&XMODE=0&XCHARSET=utf-8&XJSID=0