The Atomic Bomb Dome is a part of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park which is in the center of Hiroshima city and the dome has been preserved in the same state as immediately after the bombing.

The purpose of the preservation is to establish the memory of nuclear horrors and advocate world peace. This Atomic Bomb Dome was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. (2:12)

Itsukushima Shrine is a Shinto shrine on the island of Miyajima in Hiroshima.

This shrine is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and several buildings and possessions in this shrine are designated as national treasures.

When the tide rises and fills the inlet, it looks as if the shrine floats on the water. The gate appears to be floating at high tide, when the tide is low, the gate can be accessed on foot. (2:57)

Osaka is the center of Kansai region which has the second largest business in Japan and the sity itself has the third largest population next to Tokyo and Yokohama.

This video guides you to Shinsaibashi-suji, Doutonbori, Nipponbashi and Tsuutenkaku.

Osaka Castle was constructed by Hideyoshi Toyotomi in the end of the 16th century. It was reconstructed by the Tokugawa Shogunate in 17th century.

Osaka Castle is one of Japan's most famous castles and a symbol of Osaka city.

Ueno Summer Festival is a local festival which relatively small but more friendly atomosphere which you can enjoy. Shinobazu Park is the main area for this festival.

Merry Christmas!! This Christmas illumination is a present for you from Tokyo, The footage is filmed at Roppongi, Marunouchi, Ebisu, Ginza and Azabu.

Odaiba is a artificial island in Tokyo Bay, connected to the mainland by Yurikamome Line through the Rainbow Bridge. There are big shopping malls and Fuji TV Studio.

Sendai is the center of the Tohoku (North Japan) region and it has 400 years of the history. There are many shrines, temples and gardens in Sendai city. The city's nickname is City of Trees. Date Masamune is the founder of the Sendai clan, he is the most famous figure in the Sendai history.

Sendai is the center of the Tohoku (North Japan) region and it has 400 years of the history. There are many shrines, temples and gardens in Sendai city. The city's nickname is City of Trees. Date Masamune is the founder of the Sendai clan, he is the most famous figure in the Sendai history.

This is a local festival of Nezu Shrine that located in downtown Tokyo. Nezu Shrine was built in Edo period. The footage was captured at the 6th Nezu Shrine Festival.

Yabusame is a mounted (horseback) archery that has a 400 years history started as a Bushi training then a popular event in the recent calendar.

The footage was captured at Tsuruoka Hachimangu Reitai festival in Kamakura.

This footage was captured at Izu Taiko Festival on the beach.

Taiko is Japanese drum that sounds heavy and strong notes. Impressive performance from 2 taiko teams.

Azabu Jyuban Festival is one of the biggest high street festival in Japan. There are many stalls that sell food and goods. About 400,000 people join this lively Festival. It last 3 days on the weekend.

Sakamoto co.,ltd. is a company that produces fancy goods / stationery with toy's gimmick. The most interesting product is "Sushi Action Pen". The Sushi, on the edge of the pen, turns around. They create stationery with designs of famous confectionery packages.

Setsubun originally means the days of parting seasons, but is now pointed to the day of February 3rd or 4th which divides winter and spring according to the Japanese Luna calendar. There are various ways to celebrate Setsubun day, but the most popular way is to throw beans, called "Mame-Maki".

Tokyo is one of the mega cities in the world. The population is more than 12 million which is almost equivalent to 1/10 of Japanese population.

The footage was captured in Shinjuku, Harajuku, Shibuya, Akihabara and Ginza. While the blinking neon sings represent Tokyo Night, The heavy traffic is another thing to mention.

Geisha is an Japanese traditional artist who performs dance, music, singing etc.

Brovision interviewed Sakurako san to learn what the Geisha life is. She started her career when she was 18 years old.

Mt. Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan, is 3776M height.

Climbing Mt. Fuji is a popular exclusion in a summer time. It takes about 6 hours to climb and 3 hours back.

Let's climb Mt. Fuji with me !!

Mikoshi is a portable shrine that is usually carried in a festival. There are many types and sizes of Mikoshi. People wear unique costumes and making dance steps while they carry portable shrines.

Footage was captured at "Asakusa Sanja Festival", it is famous for its Mikoshi festival. Very popular event in Tokyo.

Soba is a traditional Japanese noodle besides Udon, and it's generally made of buckwheat flour. Noodle is very popular and we eat Udon, Ramen noodle, Yakisoba (Baked noodle), of course, Pasta too.

Mr. Shiotsu demonstrates how to make fresh Soba noodle from buckwheat flour and water.

"Rice cake making" is a popular event during New Year holiday.

Start steaming rice in a basket, then put it into a mortar to mash. Pound rice with a mallet.

We call rice cake "Mochi" and use exclusive "Mochi rice" that is more sticky than ordinary rice. Mochi has very unique texture.

The statue of Buddha is made from cast bronze, which was then plated with gold. It was consecrated in 752, but was damaged and repaired several times in the following century. The height is approx. 16m. Located in Nara Prefecture.

Kyoto is one of the best tourist destinations amongst Japanese cities. It had been a capital of Japan for more than one thousand years, therefore, Kyoto is rich in its cultural and historical heritage. Ginkaku (Silver Pavilion) was established in 1482 with breath taking garden, and Kinkaku (Gold Pavilion) was built in 1394 covered with gold-leaf on Japanese lacquer. Kiyomizu temple was founded in 798 and features a famous large wooden veranda supported by 139 pillars, each 49 feet high.

Takegaki is a bamboo fence that designed with vertical bamboo pieces. Bunken, a Japanese garden designer, designs and builds Takegaki for a temple.

Tsukiji, formally known as Tokyo central wholesale market, is the largest fish market in the world. There are many kinds of fish and seafood such as Tuna, octopus, shrimp and so on.

Fishing is one of the most popular hobbies in Japan as, geographically, Japan is surrounded by the sea. Taku-san fished "Mejina" fish, then we ate the fish for our dinner instantly. We are a bit cruel...

Japan, known as volcanic islands, has natural hot springs. Public open-air bath is very common amongst Japanese people. Open-air baths are usually located with Japanese style hotel called "Ryokan", but there are also plenty of others, and some of them are these.

One of the most expected DJ, SASAKI Char, invites audiences to his unique world. His outstanding performance fascinates people and their satisfaction is guaranteed. Music Genre : progressive house, tribal and trance.

There are many festivals that taken place in summer. This is a typical Japanese festival in a small shrine. It's a very local festival, but cozy and lively event. There are so many stalls that from noodle shop, Yakitori shop to scooping goldfish.

"Kawakanjo" is a raft that is made of bamboo and straw. A tall torch (approx. 5m) stands on the raft and to be lighted. The purpose of this event is to hold a service for the departed souls by drowning accidents and to hope for the safety.

Tezutsu Hanabi is the traditional hand-held fireworks contained in bamboo cylinders, shooting sparks around 15 feet into the air. Young men in a town are never allowed to run away and have to keep holding the cylinders until the fireworks end. They are just amazing !!

Yakitori is grilled chicken speared on sticks. All different parts of the chicken, thighs, skin, liver, etc. can be used for yakitori. There are tons of Yakitori restaurants in Japan, and are fancied especially by businessmen. It's also popular outdoor BBQs! Our party did Yakitori BBQ at riverside park.

Shuzenji is an old hot spring town named absolutely from an old famous temple, called "Shuzenji" (same name). This temple was built by the high priest Kobo Daishi.

"Toro Nagashi" is a Buddhist ceremony that usually held during summer period. "Toro" means lantern, whilst "Nagashi" means to stream.

A paper lantern that lit by a candle inside and streamed down a river. Usually a message is written on the outside of the paper lantern. The purpose of this event is to send off ancestor's spirits.

Meiji Jingu is the Shinto shrine dedicated to the divine souls of Emperor Meiji and his consort, Empress Shoken. The original shrine was built in 1920 and then destroyed during World War II. The present shrine was rebuilt in 1958.

Japan is known as one of the most secured countries in the world, there are so many vending machines anywhere. The lists of what we can buy from vending machines are drinks, alcohol, cigarette, instant cup noodle poured boiling water when it's bought, porno magazines and videos etc. But this vending machine is weird enough even for Japanese people, and it sells Eggs!!

ROBODEX is the first large-scale robot exhibition in the world. Honda's ASIMO and Sony's entertainment robot, SDR-4X attracts visitors.It takes place every 2 years in Yokohama.

Small hiking to a small mountain near my house. I and my friend "Oga" took a walk in a mountain. One day in the afternoon.

Ginza is the most famous posh shopping district in Tokyo. Lots of department stores and brand shops there. When it gets dark, the typical neon signs makes this city something different.

One of the largest town in Tokyo, Shinjuku is famous for its neon signs. There are tons of signs especially around the main station and it's as if taking a neon shower!

Every guide book of Japanese sightseeing features Asakusa as a best tourist destination around Tokyo. That's true, so many stuffs that you might be interested in. Asakusa is the best tourist area in Tokyo, and especially popular amongst foreign visitors. It has a big temple called Sensoji. Everything's Japanese.

Shibuya is one of the busiest cities in Japan. It's preferred by young people and a center of Japanese pop culture.

A big typhoon comes and hit Japan. This is one of the strongest typhoon in the postwar era and the road in front of my house becomes a river. A big typhoon comes and hit Japan, especially around my place. This is one of the strongest typhoon in the postwar era and the road in front of my house becomes a river.

Tama river is located just outside of Tokyo. The big natural disaster cost people who are living near the river. Compare when it calm.

Sakura is a Cherry blossom that we love to see and celebrate in every April. There are so many cherry trees just for 2 weeks or so, that blossoms last. At night time, they are even lighted up and this is called "Yozakura".