HISTORICAL SHOPS

The sweet treats offered by these long-lived establishments have more than withstood the tests of time. Each shop is at least 350 years old!

Japan is famous for its ancient temples and shrines, but did you know that it's also the home to the three oldest hotels in the world?

Founded in 1804, Matsuzaki Senbei has been offering classic rice crackers for over 200 years. But do you know the three key flavors from old Tokyo?

Japanese fans are as much about fashion and art as they are about keeping cool, and these traditional shops have really mastered the craft!

'Shinise' literally means 'old stores.' And with a strong culture of preserving history, Japan has the largest number of 'shinise,' especially regarding department stores!

Get away from the hustle and bustle at Janoyu Onsen Inn in Hinohara Village.

In Nara you can get away from the turmoil of the big city by visiting the Great Buddha or deer-filled Nara Park, and then spend the night relaxing in the elegant Nara Hotel.

Japan has plenty of hot springs, but some of them are truly unique—like this sand hot spring in Saga Prefecture, which has a history of some 2,000 years!