Places of Interest
Explore Japan Adventurer’s places of interest through the interactive map and listing below, designed to help you discover places by region and theme at a glance. Use the filters to refine what appears, then click any pin or listing to open the page and learn more.
Sōan-ji Temple
Sōan-ji is a temple of the Sōtō school of Zen Buddhism, located in the mountains of Ōzu.
Submersible bridges
The wide rivers of Kochi rise quickly after heavy rain, and to cope with this phenomenon, these interesting bridges are built without parapets or railings.
Suigei Brewery
An ultramodern sake brewery hidden in a green valley.
Sukumo
Located in the southwestern edge of Kochi Prefecture, Sukumo's deeply indented coastline with its plunging cliffs is breathtaking.
Sukunahikona Shrine
A Shintō shrine noted for its Sanrōden, or private prayer hall, dedicated to Sukunahikona, a dwarf deity associated with the creation of Japan.
Sumiyoshi Shrine
This small Shintō shrine recalls the economic development of Onomichi.
Sunrise Itoyama
A multipurpose facility on the Shikoku end of the Shimanami Kaido
Susaki Coast
This dramatic peninsula was once a beach on ancient Gondwanaland.
Tabira Church
Combined with its unique architectural style and location, Tabira Church is one the finest brick churches in Kyūshū.