Asakusa is a spot in Tokyo (located in the northeast section) which is well known as a notable meeting spot for locals, tourists, shopping, gifts for folks back home and dining. This 4+ minute video gives you a great synopsis of the entire area.
Japan-Guide.com's webpage on Asakusa: https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3004.html
The JNTO's webpage about Asakusa: https://www.jnto.go.jp/eng/regional/tokyo/asakusa.html
15 Exciting things to do in Asakusa: https://matcha-jp.com/en/5112
32 Things to do in Asakusa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSJBE8yqvKE
The greatest ruler of Japan's history, Tokugawa Ieyasu, used one castle as his primary residence when the capital of Japan was Kyoto. It was called Nijo-Jo. This 5-minute video offers a detailed explanation of the history and beauty of this spot. A must see for all tourists.
For more information on Nijo-Jo:
Japan guide's Information: https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3918.html
The official Kyoto Travel Guide of NiJo-Jo: https://kyoto.travel/en/shrine_temple/119
The official website of Nijo-Jo itself: https://www2.city.kyoto.lg.jp/bunshi/nijojo/english/
A helpful tourist webpage from JapanVistor.com:
It's highly likely that you've seen this beautiful structure online about a thousand times. But do you really know anything about it? This video is all about Kinkaku-ji - the Golden Pavilion. Everything you ever wanted to know - the history, how to get there, what to expect and great recommendations.
Additional information:
Japan Guide: https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e3908.html
JNTO's webpage on Kinkaku-ji: https://www.jnto.go.jp/eng/spot/shritemp/kinkakuji.html
The official Kyoto Travel guide to Kinkaku-ji: https://kyoto.travel/en/shrine_temple/132
Sacred Destinations: http://www.sacred-destinations.com/japan/kyoto-kinkakuji
Kyoto ASAnoxn webpage: http://kyoto.asanoxn.com
A fantastic video from a tourist on Kinkaku-Ji: https://vimeo.com/2942028
A video dedicated to Kinkaku-Ji from Real Japanese Gardens: https://vimeo.com/106236974
