- Inside Japan Tours presents Japan Heritage sites

As the world continues its battle against the novel coronavirus, many people 
are finding comfort in planning the vacations they want to take after the 
pandemic subsides. They imagine a leisurely stay in some far-off land, which 
naturally turns their minds to the ancient nation of Japan. 

The British travel firm Inside Japan Tours has therefore teamed with Japan's 
Agency of Cultural Affairs to launch a blog series introducing Japan Heritage, 
a diverse selection of cultural properties designated by the agency that range 
from some of this nation's most famous locations to hidden gems almost unknown 
to the rest of the world. This vibrant, detailed series will transport you to 
these fascinating places, shaped by the natural beauty and long history of 
Japan, and help you prepare for the in-person travels we all hope to make soon. 

Inside Japan Tours 
Japan Heritage blog series
URL: 
https://www.insidejapantours.com/blog/2021/02/26/7-reasons-you-should-head-off-the-tourist-trail-to-onomichi/ 


Japan Heritage Official Site https://www.japan.travel/japan-heritage/ 
(English edition specifically for overseas visitors)

Key features of this website, set up by the Japan National Tourism 
Organization, include:

- Stunning virtual reality and video content – readers will feel as if they 
have actually journeyed to each location. 
- Historical and cultural information – compiled specifically for foreign 
readers – is provided for each property, helping visitors understand their true 
significance in the history of Japan.

Digital Content Available for Free Download and Use

A wide array of materials on Japan Heritage sites and other cultural assets 
throughout Japan – including photographs, videos and explanatory texts – are 
available for download at https://cb.bunka.go.jp/ (materials are provided in 
both Japanese and English).

The virtual reality, ultra-high-definition 4K and 8K videos and other digital 
content found here not only allow visitors to experience Japanese culture 
online, they can be freely shared by anyone. All downloadable material may be 
used in accordance with the site's Terms of Use and the applicable Creative 
Commons license. 

Content is currently available for cultural assets in all 47 of Japan's 
prefectures, with more digital content to be added in the future.

An Agency for Cultural Affairs project
(Commissioned to TBS Sparkle, Inc.)

Source: Agency for Cultural Affairs