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Aso Shrine (Kumamoto)
The master god who has created Aso, Takei Watatsu no Mikoto, and 12 of his family gods are enshrined here. As the head of Higo Province, this is ranked top over nearly 500 branch Aso Shrines nationwide. Its history goes back more than 2000 years. Its faith is fused with volcano worship that believes Mt. Aso to be a god.
The overall vibe at Aso Jinja is really relaxing. It’s not one of those super touristy, noisy shrines. The moment I walked in, I felt my mind slow down.
Himeji City Museum of Art
The Himeji City Museum of Art is housed in a former red brick warehouse of the Imperial Japanese Army, registered as a National Tangible Cultural Property. It is located to the east of the World Heritage Site, Himeji Castle.
The surrounding gardens are lush and peaceful. It's a perfect spot for a walk and to quietly enjoy the art.
Mt. Fuji Panoramic Ropeway
The Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway is used by many tourists as a way to climb up to Mt. Tenjyoyama from Lake Kawaguchi. From inside the gondola, you can enjoy a beautiful view of Lake Kawaguchi below.
You can get a stunning view of Lake Kawaguchi and Mt. Fuji from here. On clear days, the scenery is especially amazing.