Japanese Culture

Hikone Castle UNESCO World Heritage Nomination: Where Is It and Why Is It Important?

Hikone Castle in Shiga Prefecture has been selected as Japan’s candidate for UNESCO World Heritage nomination. This guide explains where the castle is, what area is included in the proposed property, why it is important, its history, the roadmap to 2028, and how to visit from Kyoto and other major cities.

2026.09.03

Japanese Culture

Where Is Tokyo Game Show 2026? Makuhari Messe Location, History & Access from Tokyo

Where is Tokyo Game Show 2026 held? Find the location of Makuhari Messe, event dates, access from Tokyo, venue halls, and the history behind TGS's 30th anniversary.

2026.09.02

Japanese Culture

Where Is the Station Where a Tourist Bowed and Hit His Head on the Ticket Gate? Filming Location Traced

A foreign tourist went viral after bowing deeply to a station employee in Japan and hitting his head on a ticket gate. We traced the filming location using clues in the video, station layouts and Google Street View.

2026.08.24

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Where Is the End of the Sea of Corruption in Nausicaä? Exploring the Manga’s Map

Where is the end of the Sea of Corruption in Nausicaä? We examine the original manga map, the Blue Pure Land, the Forest People, and what the story reveals about its mysterious location.

2026.08.14