Jun 30 (SAMURAI JUNJIRO Channel) - Things to do in Kyoto. We'll introduce must-visit spots in Kyoto such as Arashiyama, Nishiki Market, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, and Fushimi Inari Shrine.
We also share street food at each spot and restaurants in Pontocho. You'll also find out about stores like the Nintendo Kyoto and the Pokémon Center, so if you're traveling to Kyoto for the first time, this video will be helpful.
A man accused of killing a university student by injecting alcohol in a hotel room in Hiroshima Prefecture to fraudulently claim over 600 million yen in life insurance has been sentenced to 30 years in prison. The prosecution argued that the man disguised the victim as himself to receive the insurance payout.
It has been three years since Myanmar experienced a military coup. Although not a major tourist destination for Japanese citizens, over 300 Japanese companies have established operations in Myanmar.
A bridge in Hita City, Oita Prefecture, is at high risk of collapse and has been completely closed to traffic.
Japan's new flagship H3 rocket has successfully placed an Earth observation satellite into orbit in its third launch. The rocket lifted off from the Tanegashima Space Center in the southwestern prefecture of Kagoshima shortly after midday on Monday. (NHK)
A large-scale geothermal power project comparable to nuclear power is underway in Japan, with the government and private sector accelerating their efforts toward a green transformation (GX) and renewable energy transition. However, rising power consumption, partly due to the spread of AI, has sent the demand for electricity skyrocketing.
A planned pink bench for a greenway redevelopment project in Shibuya, Tokyo, is stirring controversy due to its high cost.
In the early hours of July 2nd, a large ferry ran aground after colliding with a pier at Tomakomai Port in Hokkaido. The incident left 140 passengers and crew stranded on board for over 10 hours.
In an abandoned school deep in the mountains of Chiba, locals are experimenting with foreign travellers, who are dressed up in school uniforms to have a 'Japanese School Experience,' in an effort to revive the town.
To revitalize Osaka's Shinsekai area, the iconic Tsutenkaku Tower has introduced a new attraction: '3, 2, 1, aaaaaah!' Visitors can now experience the thrill of diving 40 meters from the tower's new 'Dive & Walk.'
In response to the anticipated intense summer heat, Tokyo Disney Resort is extending its summer event period beyond the usual schedule. At Tokyo Disneyland, a special parade featuring the popular character Baymax, who will douse visitors with large quantities of water, will run from the 2nd of July to the 18th of September.
A final rehearsal known as "Souzarae" was held to check the performance quality of geisha and maiko ahead of a special event by Kyoto's five geisha districts.
The gates to Mt. Fuji are now open for the climbing season, and visitors are flocking to the mountain's base.
Today we board Japan's tiniest rooms on the Sunrise Express! Using both upper and lower berths of the “Solo” room class! We enjoy Japan's summer sceneries and cuisine at our destination of Izumo! (Solo Solo Travel)
