Sendai Castle (Aoba Castle), a formidable fortress boasting 620,000 koku (approximately 620,000 koku) of Date shogunate land, stands approximately 130 ... More
Sendai Castle (Aoba Castle), a formidable fortress boasting 620,000 koku (approximately 620,000 koku) of Date shogunate land, stands approximately 130 meters above sea level, nestled on a natural fortress surrounded by cliffs to the east and south. It is said that the castle avoided a main keep to avoid the vigilance of shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. Sadly, the castle itself no longer exists, but a rebuilt watchtower retains its original appearance. Standing before the equestrian statue of Lord Masamune, you can gaze out over Sendai from the same perspective as Lord Masamune, who aspired to unify the nation.
At the Aoba Castle Museum, visitors can view a computer-generated video of Aoba Castle's restoration. Nearby is a literary monument dedicated to the Sendai-born poet Mansui Doi, which was designated a national historic site in the summer of 2003.
The area surrounding the castle ruins has been developed into Aobayama Park, and the main castle grounds offer panoramic views of Sendai City and the Pacific Ocean. In front of the Doi Mansui statue, the song "Arajo Tsuki" plays automatically every 30 minutes from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. From the castle tower, visitors can enjoy the nighttime view of Sendai, a city of one million people.
Ashimui, Okinawa's oldest sacred place, is said to be created by the god.Its four grandiose rocky peaks were formed by elevation ofthe limestone layer ... More
Ashimui, Okinawa's oldest sacred place, is said to be created by the god.Its four grandiose rocky peaks were formed by elevation ofthe limestone layer happened 200 million years ago and erosion over the long time since then. The royal family of Ryukyu Dynasty prayed here for their prosperity, harvest and maritime safety. Daisekirinzan, located in Ashimui, is the place for you to pray and talk with Mother Nature.
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1. Churaumi Ocean View Trail. 700m, approx. 30 min.
Enjoy the splendid view of ocean and Cape Hedo, the northernmost point of Okinawa, as well as Stone Forest Wall and other sacred places.
2. Subtropical Forest Trail 1,000m, approx. 30 min.
Walk through the dense forest full of subtropical trees and plants, where you can find gigantic Chinese Banyans and a colony of 60,000 Cycads, feeling the power of nature.
3. Wonder of Rocks Trail 1,000m, approx. 35 min.
Walk through the world's northernmost tropical karst topography formed by the limestone layer elevation 200 million years ago. Give your own names to the rocks for their shapes.
4.Wheelchair-Accessible Trail. 600m, approx. 20 min.
Paved with wooden blocks, elderly people and wheelchair users can enjoy the trail with views of Eboshi-Iwa Rock and Nabe-Ike Pond. Roofed rest station available on the way.
“Harukas” is an old Japanese expression meaning “to brighten, to clear up.” As its namesake suggests, OSAKA HARUKAS embodies the exhilation of clear, ... More
“Harukas” is an old Japanese expression meaning “to brighten, to clear up.” As its namesake suggests, OSAKA HARUKAS embodies the exhilation of clear, sweeping views of Osaka from its top floor 300 meters in the air. The complex’s wide array of facilities and amenities answer every need, promising every visitor a relaxing time in a bright, comfortable environment. OSAKA HARUKAS is the future of multifunctional urban space in the sky.
Rising 300 meters above the ground, OSAKA HARUKAS ranks as Japan’s highest building, with its observatory, OSAKA HARUKAS OBSERVATORY, at the very top.
The observatory occupies the 58th, 59th, and 60th floors and offers panoramic 360° views of the dynamic city of Osaka, as well as far off into the surrounding region, from the ancient capital of Kyoto to Kobe and the Rokko mountains. Relax on the deck space, take a breather in the café, or enjoy one of the many events held at the observatory depending on the time and season.