AnotherSideofJapan

Step into history at Akama Shrine ⛩️ Overlooking the Kanmon Strait, this striking seaside shrine is dedicated to Emperor Antoku and tells the story of one of Japan’s most famous battles. With its vivid red gates and peaceful atmosphere, Akama Shrine is a must-visit spot in Shimonoseki. 📍Akama Shrine, Yamaguchi #AnotherSideofJapan #visitjapanjp #Yamaguchi #Shimonoseki #AkamaShrine #JapanTravel #VisitJapan #日本旅行 #山口観光 #下関観光 #赤間神宮 #日本自由行 #山口旅游 #下关旅游 #日本旅游 #日本景点 #일본여행 #야마구치 #시모노세키 #아카마신궁 #เที่ยวญี่ปุ่น #ญี่ปุ่น #ท่องเที่ยวญี่ปุ่น #Japon #VoyageJapon #Giappone

The dramatic Kanmon Strait (関門海峡) in Shimonoseki! ⛩️✨ Standing here, you can literally feel the energy of the ocean as it rushes between Honshu and Kyushu. It’s a place where history, swirling whirlpools, and incredible views collide. Whether you're crossing the underwater pedestrian tunnel, watching the giant ships glide past, or catching that golden hour glow over the bridge, Shimonoseki’s coast has a magic you have to experience for yourself. And yes... the rumors are true. The blowfish (fugu) here is unmatched! 🐡💙 📍 Kanmon Strait, Shimonoseki, Japan #Shimonoseki #KanmonStrait #関門海峡 #山口観光 #DiscoverJapan #TravelJapan #SeaScape #StraitToTheHeart

Welcome to Shunpanro (春帆楼) in Shimonoseki—the legendary restaurant that convinced Japan’s first Prime Minister to lift the centuries-old ban on eating fugu (pufferfish) in 1888! Aside from serving the finest fugu in the country, the building is a historic spot that for you to discover more… Epic history, killer views, or city convenience…would you take a bite? 😈 ✈️ Can't make it all the way to Yamaguchi? You can actually experience the exact same legendary fugu, sliced to perfection at their beautiful Tokyo branch ! #AnotherSideofJapan #Shunpanro #Shimonoseki #Fugu #JapanTravel #DiscoverJapan #ExploreYamaguchi #春帆楼 #下関 #河豚 #ふぐ #日本旅行 #山口観光 #東京グルメ #시모노세키 #도쿄맛집 #복어맛집 #VoyageJapon #GourmetJapon

Sushi heaven exists, and it’s right here. 🌊 Every weekend, Karato Market (唐戸市場) turns into the ultimate seafood festival. Grab a tray, pick out massive pieces of fatty tuna, uni, and local fugu straight from the stalls, and eat right on the boardwalk next to the ocean. 🚢✨ 💡 Quick Tips: Go Fri–Sun morning, bring cash, and come hungry! 🥢👇 📍 Karato Market, Yamaguchi, Japan #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTravel #唐戸市場 #karatomarket #shimonoseki #sushilovers #japanesefoods #下関 #山口観光 #日本旅行 #寿司 #일본여행 #시모노세키 #가라토시장 #스시맛집 #日本旅遊 #山口縣 #唐戶市場 #下關 #壽司 #voyagejapon #japantrip #viajarajapon

Shorts_Shimonoseki_01_0522At Haedomari Market (南風泊市場) in Shimonoseki, fishermen and traders still practice a unique auction method known as “Fukuro Seri” (“bag auction”). As the market fills with loud voices from the early hours of the morning (About 3 AM), the actual bidding happens in complete secrecy. Inside a black cloth bag, buyers communicate prices through hidden finger signals invisible to everyone around them. Fast paced and built on experience and trust, Fukuro Seri is an exceptionally rare tradition. Today, this auction style survives only here in Shimonoseki. 🐡🇯🇵 Don’t miss it if you have a chance to visit! #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTravel #Shimonoseki #Fugu #FishAuction #JapaneseCulture #HiddenJapan #JapanTrip #河豚 #下関 #南風泊市場 #袋競り

Have you heard of Japan’s fugu capital? In Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi, you can watch fugu swim, join fugu auctions, see it prepared fresh, and taste the finest fugu. Wanna know how Japanese people turned this poisonous fish into the most dangerous delicacy? Follow our lens to discover more about fugu and its hometown —– Shimonoseki. #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #Shimonoseki #Yamaguchi #Fugu #Pufferfish #JapaneseFood #JapanTravel #VisitJapan #Seafood #JapaneseFoodie #FoodCulture #FishMarket #TravelJapan #下関 #山口 #ふぐ #河豚 #唐戸市場 #南風泊市場 #春帆楼 #日本旅行 #日本グルメ

In Iwate, mochi is more than just food. It’s a tradition passed down through generations. One of the most famous local experiences is the “Flying Dango” at Genbikei Gorge. Place your order from across the river, and freshly made dango comes flying through the air by ropeway 🍡 #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #Iwate #Mochi #FlyingDango #Genbikei #空飛ぶ団子 #厳美渓 #JapanTravel #HiddenJapan #Tohoku #JapaneseCulture

Nagato Yumoto Onsen is the kind of place that makes you slow down naturally. Along the quiet Otozure River, you’ll find traditional ryokan, small cafés, soft lights, and the gentle sound of flowing water. People have been coming here to relax for more than 600 years, and the atmosphere still feels calm and unhurried today. 📍Nagato Yumoto Onsen, Yamaguchi #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #NagatoYumotoOnsen #Yamaguchi #OnsenJapan #HiddenJapan #SlowTravel #長門湯本温泉 #山口旅行 #温泉旅 #日本秘境 #日本旅行

Beppu Benten Pond feels almost unreal. Hidden in the mountains of Yamaguchi, this crystal clear spring pond shifts between emerald green and deep blue depending on the light. Fed by pure underground water from the karst landscape of Akiyoshidai, it’s one of Japan’s most beautiful hidden spots. 📍Beppu Benten Pond, Yamaguchi #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #BeppuBentenPond #Yamaguchi #HiddenJapan #Akiyoshidai #JapanNature #MineCity #別府弁天池 #山口旅行 #日本秘境

Exploring Akiyoshidai is becoming more immersive with e-Palette. Designed for Mine Akiyoshidai Geopark, this next generation mobility service connects visitors to the area’s vast karst landscapes, caves, and nature experiences in a new way. More than transportation, e-Palette lets travelers relax, enjoy scenic rides, and experience the journey as part of the adventure. It’s new way to discover one of Japan’s most extraordinary landscapes. #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #Akiyoshidai #MineCity #Yamaguchi #ePalette #UNESCOGeopark #秋吉台 #山口旅行

Into the Caves Beneath Akiyoshidai, two completely different worlds unfold. In Akiyoshido Cave, vast spaces open up with glowing limestone formations -- quiet, grand, almost unreal. In Kagekiyodo Cave, there’s no light at all -- just you, your senses, and the dark. Same land. Two ways to experience it. #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #Akiyoshido #Kagekiyodo #Yamaguchi #秋芳洞 #景清洞 #洞窟探検 #日本旅行 #日本小众旅行 #voyageaujapon #voyageaujapon #ViaggioInGiappone #ReiseNachJapan

Meet Japan’s newest UNESCO Global Geopark. In Akiyoshidai, the land feels endless — white limestone rising and falling like waves. And just beneath it, another world waits. Step into the vast Akiyoshido Cave, or move through pure darkness in Kagekiyodo Cave. Come discover about he new UNESCO Global Geopark !! #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #Akiyoshidai #Yamaguchi #Geopark #秋吉台 #日本旅行 #日本小众旅行 #VoyageJapon #voyageaujapon #ViaggioInGiappone #ReiseNachJapan

May 5th is Children’s Day in Japan🎏 You’ll see koinobori everywhere — but some places feel different. In Shimanto Town (四万十町), hundreds of carp streamers drift above the river, moving with the wind. It’s simple, but kind of hard to forget. If you’re in Japan this spring, go see it. #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #Koinobori #ChildrensDay #Kochi #Shimanto #こどもの日 #鯉のぼり #四万十町 #高知旅行 #日本旅行 #日本小众旅行 #深度旅行 #VoyageJapon #JaponVoyage #VoyageAuJapon #ViaggioInGiappone #ReiseNachJapan #ViajarJapón

Shinshu soba is one of Nagano’s most iconic foods. Made from buckwheat grown in the region, it’s known for its clean flavor, firm texture, and simple beauty. At Tokuriya in Narai-juku, you can enjoy it inside a former Edo-period inn. Sit around a traditional sunken hearth, surrounded by dark wood and quiet history, and take your time with a warm bowl of soba. Would you come and try it? 🍜 📍Tokuriya, Narai-juku #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #ShinshuSoba #NaraiJuku #NaganoTravel #JapaneseFood #信州そば #奈良井宿 #長野旅行 #日本グルメ #日本小众旅行 #深度旅行 #VoyageJapon #JaponVoyage #ViaggioInGiappone #ReiseNachJapan

Gohei-mochi is a local specialty from this region of Nagano. Grilled rice on a stick, coated with a sweet and savory miso-based sauce. Simple, but deeply comforting. At Kanameya in Narai-juku, you can do more than taste it. You can make it yourself. Shape the rice, grill it slowly, brush on the sauce, and enjoy it fresh. A small experience that connects you to local life. 📍Kanameya, Narai-juku #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #GoheiMochi #NaraiJuku #NaganoTravel #JapaneseFood #五平餅 #奈良井宿 #長野旅行 #日本グルメ #日本小众旅行 #深度旅行 #VoyageJapon #JaponVoyage #ViaggioInGiappone #ReiseNachJapan

Kiso lacquerware is a traditional craft from the Edo period, known for its durability, warmth, and timeless beauty. At Saito Lacquerware Shop in Narai-juku, this tradition is still carefully preserved. Each piece is made to be used, not just admired. From bowls to trays, the smooth finish and deep colors reflect years of craftsmanship. A simple object, made to last. Something you can take home, and keep using every day. 📍Saito Lacquerware Shop, Narai-juku #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #KisoLacquerware #JapaneseCraft #NaraiJuku #NaganoTravel #木曽漆器 #伝統工芸 #奈良井宿 #長野旅行 #日本旅行 #日本小众旅行 #深度旅行 #VoyageJapon #JaponVoyage #ViaggioInGiappone #ReiseNachJapan

Mountains breathe, water flow We are part of it. Live in harmony with the Earth. International Mother Earth Day 🌍 #AnotherSideofJapan #InternationalMotherEarthDay #ProtectOurPlanet #NatureLovers #SustainableLiving #RespectNature #地球母亲日 #保护地球 #人与自然 #可持续发展 #地球の日 #自然と共生 #環境保護 #JournéeDeLaTerre #RespectDeLaNature #GiornataDellaTerra #ArmoniaConLaNatura #DíaDeLaTierra #CuidarElPlaneta #TagDerErde #NaturSchützen #اليوم_العالمي_للأرض #NgàyTráiĐất #BảoVệMôiTrường

Arita ware, Japan’s first porcelain 🇯🇵 Over 400 years, it shaped into something quietly beautiful. Every line, every colour, every detail, is made by hand 🎨 If you visit during the Arita Ceramic Fair (Apr 29 – May 5) 🏺 The whole Arita town will become a pottery market, so that you can look closer! Want to learn more about Arita ware? Check out our full story on YouTube. ✨ #AnotherSideofJapan #JapanTrip #AritaWare #JapanesePorcelain #JapanCraft #Ceramics #PorcelainArt #有田焼 #日本陶磁器 #伝統工芸 #日本旅行