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Oyama Shrine

Built by former Kaga Domain retainers in 1873 (Meiji 6), this shrine enshrines Lord Maeda Toshiie, founder of the Kaga Domain, and his principal wife, Lady Omatsu. It is known for its distinctive Sacred Gate, which combines Japanese, Chinese, and Western architectural styles. The unusual top tier is fitted with colored glass, and its sacred light once illuminated Kanazawa and served as a beacon for ships sailing on the Sea of Japan.

• Kanazawa
• Shrines & Temples

Kutaniyaki Art museum

This is the only museum in Japan dedicated to the comprehensive and specialized exhibition and introduction of Kutani ware, a traditional handicraft representing Ishikawa Prefecture. Visitors can learn about the more than 365 years of history of Kutani ware and the various styles of painting that have been created during that time, while thoroughly appreciating the masterpieces.

• Ishikawa
• Museums

Koiwai Farm

This expansive farm at the foot of Mt. Iwate spans the towns of Shizukuishi and Takizawa and operates a wide range of businesses, including dairy farming, forestry, food production, and tourism. Around 2,200 cattle are raised across its 3,000-hectare grounds, producing rich, high-quality raw milk. The farm manufactures and sells many of its own branded products, including butter, cheese, and yogurt.

• Iwate
• Zoos & Aquariums

Universal Studios Japan

Popularly known as USJ, Universal Studios Japan is a large theme park offering fun for visitors of all ages. The park is divided into distinctive areas and brings together world-class entertainment, allowing guests to experience a variety of immersive worlds.

• Osaka Port, Bay Area
• Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Ginkaku-ji

This temple was built by Ashikaga Yoshimasa, the eighth shogun of the Muromachi Shogunate, as a villa called "Higashiyama-den". Along with Kinkakuji Temple, this temple is a pagoda temple outside of Shokokuji Temple (i.e., a hermitage built in a different location from the main temple after his retirement). After Yoshimasa's death, the temple was named Jishoji after his Buddhist name.

• Okazaki, Ginkakuji, Ohara
• Shrines & Temples