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Today we present some of Japan's artistic and natural treasures, manmade structures that often exist in perfect harmony with their surroundings.
Japan, the beautiful island nation in the Pacific Ocean, feels ancient and modern at the same time. The country boasts not only centuries of exquisite fine arts and crafts, but also some of the most advanced technology and architecture in the world, impressive fashions, and sophisticated design. Japan may seem remote and exotic but today’s feature closes the distance by offering a rich sampling of Japan that’s almost as good as being there.
A Green Island
The Adachi Museum of Art in Shimane, on the southwest coast of the country, is known for its fine collection of contemporary Japanese artwork. The museum’s garden, created by its founder, is considered one of the most spectacular sights in Japan. View a slide show of the gardens as they change with the seasons at the Adachi Museum's Web site.
Source: The Adachi Museum
Japan is known for its Buddhist temples and the Zen gardens that commonly surround them. For a comprehensive look at these unique monuments and landscapes, explore Japanese Lifestyle, a site based in Australia that hosts historical descriptions and photo galleries for many tourist attractions, as well as travel tips for visitors to the country. Compare the architectural styles of Japan's various regions in feature sections on the temples of Kyoto, Tokyo, and Nara.
Source: Japanese Lifestyle
Cinematic Insights
Outdoor Japan, an excellent Web source for anyone interested in learning more about Japan, offers live Webcam broadcasts. Watch the days and nights pass at some of the country's best known destinations, such as Mount Fuji, Lake Shirikaba, and the city of Sapporo.
Outdoor Japan's photo galleries showcase the talents of several professional photographers who have documented people and landmarks in both well-known places and obscure corners of the country. One of these photographers, Lee Dobson, also keeps a column about the "other half" of Japan; the less-populated western part of the country, and its biggest city, Kansai.
View all the photo collections here.
Read Dobson's column here.
View user-submitted photos here.
Outdoor Japan's photo galleries showcase the talents of several professional photographers who have documented people and landmarks in both well-known places and obscure corners of the country. One of these photographers, Lee Dobson, also keeps a column about the "other half" of Japan; the less-populated western part of the country, and its biggest city, Kansai.
View all the photo collections here.
Read Dobson's column here.
View user-submitted photos here.
Source: Outdoor Japan
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