Chūbu region

Eiheiji Temple History: How Dogen Founded Japan’s Great Zen Monastery in Fukui

Discover the history of Eiheiji Temple in Fukui, the head temple of Soto Zen founded by Dogen in 1244. A clear timeline from its founding as Daibutsu-ji to its fires, rebuilding, and today's Seven-Hall complex, plus visitor info and admission fees.

2026.10.02

Chūbu region

Chitose-kun wa Ramune Bin no Naka Pilgrimage Guide: Fukui City’s Real-Life Anime Locations & Local Food

Set in Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture, the coming-of-age romantic comedy Chitose-kun wa Ramune Bin no Naka (known to fans ...

2026.10.02

Chūbu region

Love Live! Sunshine!! Uchiura Pilgrimage Guide: Awashima Marine Park, Yasudaya Ryokan & More Real-Life Aqours Locations

The Uchiura area of Numazu, Shizuoka is the heart of the Love Live! Sunshine!! setting — the real-world neighborhood beh...

2026.09.03

Chūbu region

8 Hasunosora Academy Pilgrimage Spots in Kanazawa: Locations, Access & Scene Guide

*This article contains affiliate links (advertising).Kanazawa, in Ishikawa Prefecture, is the real-world setting of Love...

2026.08.09

Chūbu region

How to Get to Soji-ji Soin Temple: Driving Route from Tokyo, Bus Timetable & Fares

*This article contains affiliate links (advertising).Soji-ji Soin is a temple in Monzen, Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefectur...

2026.07.26

Chūbu region

(Numazu City, Shizuoka) Let’s Go on a Love Live! Sunshine!! Pilgrimage!!

Hello everyone! Even about ten years after it first aired, Love Live! Sunshine!! remains an incredibly popular anime. Nu...

2026.07.05

Chūbu region