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PRBFACH.

This Httle book is intended as a g^uide to new-comers
who travel throughout the Empire by means of railroad and
steamers. It gives brief sketches of principal ports and
places of note or interest in Japan along the railway lines or
which can be reached by short walk.

The original notes were supplied by Railway and Steam-
ship Companies as well 33 by public authorities, and the
pictures inserted were also contributed by them, especially
taken for this purpose.

Special mention is made in the Station List where to
change cars or where to alight for making visits, thus pas-
sengers may travel throughout the Empire even without a
guide.

So as to let the travellers know what kind of articles are
produced and where to make purchases of them, I have
especially added the most trustworthy business establishments
ifi the principal cities and ports.

This first edition is being published a few months before
the forthcoming Exhibition in Osaka so as to have them sent
abroad by some of the subscribers. Having to hurry the
printing, there necessarily must occur some errors or misprints,
which I trust readers will overlook.

I leave the work to be criticised so as to enable me to
produce the second volume in better form, and I shall thank
those who would take the trouble to send me any suggestions
or corrections for the improvement of same.

The book will be revised annually.

COMPILER.

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COHTBHTS.

SECTION I. PAGH.

Preliminary Remarks 1-15

SECTION 11.
General Informations on Japan 19-23

SECTION III.
Central Japan.

Routes i — 14.

RouTK I — The City of Kobe 27-37

„ 2 — The Hankaku Railway Line 40-46

„ 3— The City of Osaka 49-71

„ 4 — The Kwansai Railway Line 74-101

„ 5 — The Sangu Railway Line 104-109

„ 6— The Kiwa Railway Line ... 112-116

„ 7 — ^The Koy a Railway Line 118-120

„ 8 — The Nankai Railway Line 122-129

9 — The City of Kyoto 133-156

10 — The Kyoto Railway Line 159-160

.. II — The Government Taiknido Line, Kobe

— Nagoya 162-170

„ 12 — The Government Tokaido Line, Nagoya

-^Tokyo 172-181

„ 13 — ^The City of Yokohama 184-190

14 — The City of Tokyo 192-206

SECTION IV.
Western Japan

Route 15 — ^The Sanyo Railway Line 208-221

SECTION V.
Eastern Japan.
Route 16— The Nippon Railway Line 225-235

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CONxiNri

SECTION VL

The Island of Kiushiu.

Routs 17 — ^The Kiushiu Railway Line 238-251

SECTION VII.
Thk Island of Hokkaido.

Routs 18 — ^The Hokkaido Tank5 Railway Line ... 255-366

SECTION VIII.

Thb Stsamer voyage along the Sea of Japan,

Mojr — otaru.

Route 9 — ^S. Oiye*s Steamship Line 26S-2'i6

SECTION IX.
The Inland Sea Routes and other Routes covering
THE Western half QF the Empire.
Route 20 — The Osaka Shosen Kaisha*s Line 288-325

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SECTION I.

PRELIMINARY REMARKS.

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PRBLIHINARY RBHABKS,

rPAN may be reached by the steamers of the Canadian
_ Pacific Company from Vancouver ; by the Pacific Mail,
the Occidental and Oriental Companies and the Toyo
Risen Kaisha from San Francisco; by the Northern Pacific
Company from Tacoma ; by the Penninsular and Oriental S.S.
Company and the Nippon Yuseti Kaisha from London or
Brindisi; by the Norddeutscher Lloyd from Bremerhaven,
Southampton or Genoa ; by the Compagnie des Massageries
Maritimes from MarseiUies; and by the Hamburg-Amerika
IJnie from Hamburg.

The intercourse of Japan with foreign countries was first
commenced when the Empress Jingo made the Expedition to
Corea in 201 B.C. after which the communication with Chinese
Kmpire was continued. In the 17th century, merchant vessels
of Portugal came to open trade and was continued by Spanish,
Dutch and English people. Since the Shimabara War in 1637,
ToKUGAWA Shogun Strictly prohibited the entrance of foreign
vessels except from Corea, China and Holland, since then the
foreign intercourse had almost ceased. But the Empire first
emerged into International Intercourse through the American
Ambassador Perry's visit to Japan in 1852.

The feudal system was then replaced by a centralised
autocracy. Railways, post and telegraphs was introduced,
European dress, European manners adopted. .

The remarkable progress was specially made since the
late Japan-China War in 1894-5. Her steamers extended their
lines to European and 'America Continents ; great expansion
resulted upon industry and commerce, the Treaty was Re-
vised and now the Empire ranks in the commity of nations.

Japanese is a pleasant-mannered people, polite and always
welcome visitors from all parts of the world. There are

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2 Preliminary Remarks,

many societies established to welcome new comers so as to
give every convenience \o them, among which the most
influential are " The Welcome Society of Japan " (Kihin-Kai),
and " Societe Franco-Japonaise " (Nichi-Futsu-Kyokai).

All things being quaint and unique, they delight and
charm newcomers who never have seen such sights in any
other part of the globe.

Thus Percival Lowell in his " The Soul of the Far East " ;
— " The Japanese makes love to Nature, and it almost seems as
if Nature heard his silent prayer and smiled upon him in ac-
ceptance ; as if the love-light lent her face the added beauty
that it lends the maid's.. For no-where in this world, pro-
bably, is she lovelier than in Japan : a climate of long, happy
means and short extremes, months of spring and months of
autumn, with but a few weeks of winter in between ; a land of
flowers, where the lotus and the cherry, the plum and wisteria,
grow wantonly side by side ; a land where bamboo em-bosoms
the maple ; where the pine at last has found its palm-tree, and
the tropic and the temperate zones forget their separating
identity in one long self-obliterating kiss."

GUIDES.

Guides speaking foreign languages can be procured by
applying to the hotels at Kobe, Yokohama, Nagasaki, Tokyo
and Kyoto; or by application sent to the office of "The
Welcome Society of Japan" (Kihin-Kwai) having its
main office in the Imperial Hotel in Tokyo, and branch offices
in Osaka and Kobe. There are two associations of guides
called " Kaiyu-sha " and " Toyo-Tsuben - Kyokai," having
head offices in Yokohama and branches in Kobe, Tokyo and
Kyoto.

The fixed charges are as follows : —

1% yen per day for one or a party of two tourists,
(children under 12 years of age and servants included) ; over
two in a party, 50 sen extra for each tourist. In all cases the
guide's travelling expenses must be paid by his employers.

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CUSTOM-HOUSE EXAMINATION.
Strict examination of the luggages of passengers is made
at the Custom-House, and the best way to avoid trouble and
delay is to open up everything freely. All articles (except or-
dinary personal effects) are liable to duty.

BOATS.

Passenger boats commonly known as Sampans ply in all
the harbours and land passengers from the steamers and vice
versa. The fares are fixed in each port.

Steam launches attached to hotels are also in attendance
at Kobe, Yokohama and Nagasaki.

JINRIKISHA.
When tourists first arrive in Japan and step ashore they
soon find out a group of coolies drawing peculiar shaped over-
grown perambulator coming forward to meet them offering
them a ride on their vehicles called Jinrikisha or simply Jinriki,
meaning " Man-power-Car " (lit.) generally called Rikisha
by foreigners. This admirable vehicle was first invented by a
Japanese some thirty years ago and on account of its conveni-
ence its use soon spread throughout the Empire and now it is
welcomed by all classes of people as one of the best means
of labour to obtain daily bread. The jinrikisha are also
largely exported to many ports of Asia. Many jinrikisha-
men, in former open ports, understand English, though not
fluently, and travellers may hire them at any time and
proceed wherever they may wish to go. In every port and
in the large cities, the tariff are fixed by the authorities
and they can be inspected by the fare or asking the driver who
would produce a board with the tariff at the landing place.
In going a long distance or up the hill when one man is
not enough to go quick, the passengers sometime hire a
man called Ato-oshi (pusher) or SakiMki (puller), the former
push from the backward of the vehicle while the latter
run ahead having a rope slung across his chest between
shoulders. They are generally hired by the distance, but can
be employed by time.

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^. Preliminary Remarks,

All the Jinrikisha-men have their official number attached
on their hat or front of cap as well as at the back of their coat
and in case they demand excessive fare or the tourists find
out after the journey that they have missed any articles they
should note their number and apply to the nearest Police
Station or Police-box where every care will be taken by the
Police to apprehend the men and secure the lost articles, or
in the case of excessive charges, to punish them.

CURRENCY.

Japan adopted silver standard system till 1897 when it was
changed to that of the gold standard in that year. The scale
of calculation is the decimal system and Yen is the unit.
One-hundredth of a Yen being called Sen^ and one-tenth of a
Seny Rin,

Yen is almost equivalent to one-half of an American gold
dollar or two shilling sterling (far less in currency than 4 sen
as a penny) though there are fractional difference. The
currency consists of gold, silver, nickel and copper coins,
they are divided as follows ; —

Gold coin 5- Yen, 10- Yen, 20- Yen.

Silevr coin 5-Sen, lo-Sen, 20-Sen, 50-Sen.

Nickel pieces 5-Sen.

Copper pieces 5-Rin, i-Sen, 2-Sen.
The convertible notes of i-Yen, 5- Yen, 10- Yen and 100- Yen
are issued by the Bank of Japan (Nippon Ginko). Travellers
should carry paper money on account ot its portability but
of not higher denomination than 10- Yen note as it often occurs
difficulties of getting small change except in large towns.

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES.

The Japanese Government joined the Universal Metrit
Convention in 1885, and the present system of weights and
measures was established in 1891 adopting both old Japanese
and foreign measures and weights.

Distance are reckoned by Ri and Cho ; the weights Kioa^i
and Momme,

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There are four different kinds of measures, viz. : —
Long measure is called Kane-Jaku,
Cloth „ „ „ Kujira-Jaku,

Land „ „ „ Tsubo,

Capacity „ „ „ Masunie.

The divisions ot weights and measures are as follows : —

WEIGHTS.
The unit is Kwan.

io/««make... i «.«w (3.76 grams, or {^^o^^-^^Ji^^^J^^'')-

1000 niomme ) , / ^ i -i f Avoir. 8.2^ lbs.)

make } ' *«*'» (3-76 kilograms. ox\.^^^^ ^^^ ^^^ j

I k7van 6^ kin.

I kin i6o momme. . .(6.01 hectograms, or \ ^ '^ ^ jP^* ^,!^T^*

I lb. avoir ... 121 momme,

I ounce 7.57 „

I gramme ... ^.^ifwu

LONG MEASURE {Kane-Jakti),

The unit is the Ri,

10 bu make... i sun (0.30 decimetre or 1.19 inches).

\QSun „ ...lihaku (3.03 „ or 1 1. 93 „ ).

10 shaku „ ... ijo (3.03 metre or 9.94 feet).

6 „ „ ... I ken (1.82 „ or 1.99 yards).

60 ken „ ... I e^o (1.09 hectometre or 5.42 chains).

36 cko „ ... I ri (3.93 kilometres or 2.44 miles).

I metre 3.30 skaku.

I foot 1.01 „

I mile 14.75 ^^•

CLOTH MEASURE [Kujira-Jakti\

The unit is Jo,
10 hu make... i sun,
10 sun „ ... I shaku,
10 shaku „ ... I jo.

In this measure, btt etc., are 1/4 longer than that of Long
Measure. . n \

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6 Preliminary He marks.

LAND MEASURE.

The unit is tiie istibo (i ken or 6 feet square), nearly equiva-
lent to 3.31 square metres or 4 square yards. An acre is nearly
equal to 1.210 tsubo or 4 tan 1 se,
^tstibo make... i se.

lose „ ...I tan (or 0.25 acre approximately}.

10 tan „ ... I cho .(2.45 acres).

36 cho „ ... I ri (15.42 sq. kilo, or 5.96 sq. miles).

CAPACITY MEASURE.

The unit is Koku.
iosekim^)^e.,.igo (0.18 litre or { ^[^^ glHqJ.^^

-^^ -^^ (-«o „ or {-59quar^^^^^^^^^

-^^^ ^> — f^«-o4» or {3;97gallo^^^^^^^^

.oto „ ....koku ...(X80.39,, or {^^]^^^^^%,

POSTAL AND TELEGRAPHIC SERVICES.

POSTS.

Post and Telegraph services are fully organized through-
out Japan. Letters and papers can be forwarded with safety
and rapidity to the different stages of a journey. It is however
most desirable that the address should be written in Japanese as
well as in the language ol the sender, since celerity of deli-
very is thus ensured.

RATES OF POSTAGE.

DOMESTIC.
( 77ie Core an Ports included.)

Letters : — Per 4 momme (or Yz ounce) or any fraction

thereof ... 3 sen.

Registration Fee : — Extra charge ... ^ sen.

Postal Card :— Single \)^sen.

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Prelimifiary Remarks, 7

Postal Card :— With prepaid reply 3 J^«.

Nkwspapers and Periodicals :— When posted sing-
ly, per i6 momme (or 2 oz.), or any fraction thereof... Yz sen.

Newspapers and Periodicals : — A packet contain-
ing 2 or more, 16 momme (or 2 oz.) or any fraction
thereof i sen.

Printed matter, Books, and Samples of Merchan-
dise : — Per 30 momme (or 2>H oz.) fraction or any
thereof ,. ... 2 sen.

Samples of Seeds : — Per 30 momme (or 3^ oz.) or any

fraction thereof i sen.

Unpaid and insufficiently stamped letters or packets will be
regularly transmitted, but the double of the deficient postage
will be charged on delivery.

FOREIGN.

To all Union Countries : Letters, per 15 grammes.. 10 sen.

Registration Fee \qscu.

Postal Card, Single i^^sen.

Postal Card with Prepaid Reply ^sen.

(No other but Universal Postal Cards should be used.)

Printed Matters, per 50 grammes 2 sen.

Samples of Merchandise, 100 grammes or under ... 4 sen.

Per 50 grammes above 100 2 sen.

Commercial Papers, 250 grammes or under 10 sen.

Per 50 grammes above 250 1 sen.

To places where Japanese Post Offices are established,
Shanghai, Chefoo, Tientsin, Hongkong, Shase, Soochow.

Letters, per 15 grammes ^sen.

Registration Fee ioj^w.

Postal Card, Single isen.

Postal Card with Prepaid Reply \sen.

Printed Matters, per 50 grammes \sen.

Samples of Merchandise, 100 grammes or under ... 2 sen.

Per 50 grammes above 100 i sen.

Commercial Papers, 250 grammes or under 5 sen.

Per 50 grammes above 250 i sen.

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8 Preliminary Remarks.

POSTAL AND TELEGRAPHIC MONEY ORDERS.

A Postal and Telegraphic Money Order System also is duly
organized, and will be found convenient by travellers who wish
to avoid carrying much money. Any sum not exceeding 50
yen can be forwarded by order at the following rates.

POSTAL MONEY ORDER.
Anywhere in Japan.

Not more than 5 yen .. ..' 4 sen.

Not more than id yen 6 sen.

Not more than 20 yen 10 sen.

Not more than 30 ^w* 15 sen.

Not more than 40 ,r^« i^sen.

Not more than ^oyen 22 sen.

To Shanghai.

Not more than 10 yen 10 sen.

Not more than 20 jiw/ 20 sen.

Not more than 2tOyen 30 sen.

Not more than /^oyen 40 sen.

Not more than ^oyen 50 sen.

TELEGRAPHIC MONEY ORDER.
Anywhere in Japan.

Not more than S)'^" 2S sen.

Not more than 10 y^-w 2>o sm.

Not more tiian 20 ;»'£-« 35 sen.

Not more than 30 j^/2 ^o sen.

Not more than 40 jj'^« 45 sen.

Not more than 50 ;w/.. ^o set.

PARCEL POST.
All articles, except letters and goods mentioned in Article
16 of the Imperial Post Regulations, may be posted at the
following rates, under the limit of 2 shaku (jr feet) in length,
breadth and depth, and 1^2 kwan (or i2>^ lis.) in weight, or 3
shahi in length, if breadth and depth are respectively under
5 Sim (or about 6 inches).

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^^--..^^^I) istance

Under.

Beyond.

Weight~^^^---~-~^

rt.

1 100

rt.

100 rl.

Under 200 momme

sen.

16 sen.

„ 400 „

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24 „

6cx) „

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32 ,,

„ 800 „

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40 „

„ I kiaan

48 „

iX »

56 „

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TELEGRAPHS.

The Post and Telegraph Offices are generally combined
in the larger towns. Telegrams in any of the principal European
languages cost 5 sen per word, with a minimum charge of 25 sen
(5 wGrds or under], addresses being counted. A Telegram in
Japanese of 15 kana (syllabic) characters costs 20 sen ; each ad-
ditional 5 characters, or any fraction thereof, costs 5 sen^ ad-
dresses of senders only being charged for. Foreign residents
often avail themselves of the latter means of communication.

The minimum charge for a city-telegram in any of the
principal European languages (5 words or under) is 15 sen^ with
an addition of 3 sen for every additional word ; and a Japanese
city-telegram (15 kana or under) costs 10 sen^ with an additional
charge of 3 sen for every 5 kana or fraction thereof.

Telegram fees may be paid with postage stamps.

The following table shows the Telegram fees per single
word to the principal cities and ports abroad, ths rates quoted
heing the cheapest charged by any of the lines.

Aden

..Yen 3.620

Brazil Yen 5.310

Amov

... „ 1.080 '

Burmah „ 2.380

Annam

... „ 1.820

Canton „ 1.380

Argentine*

Ceylon (Colombo) 2.328

Republic

... ,, 5.310

Che^oo „ .940

Bokhara ...

... „ 4.518

Chicago ... Yen 4.500

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Cochin China Y

en 1.940

Ningpo Yen .940

EurQpt(except

Ohio „ 3.700

Russia)

,. 3.080

Peking „ i.ioo

F^jjypt

„ 2.380

Penang „ 2.280

Fpochow

„ 1.080

Persia „ 4.446

Fusan

„ -400

Port Arthur ... „ 1060

Hankow

„ 1.060

Russia in Asia ... „ i.ooo

Hono:kong

„ 1.2S0

Russia in Europe „ 2.080

India

„ 2.280

San Francisco ... „ 3.840

Jenchuen

Seattle „ 3.840

(Chemulpo)...

„ .500

St. Paul „ 3.700

Macao

„ 1.380

Shanghai „ .600

Malacca

„ 2.280

Siam „ 2.180

Manila

„ 2.180

Singapore ... „ 2.280

Massachusetts

» 3.580

Sydney „ 2.960

Mexico

n 4.340

Taku „ I.ooo

Nanking

„ .920

Tongkin „ 1.620

Newchwang ...

„ 1.060

Vancouver ... „ 3.840

New York ...

» 3.580

These rates, as has been said, are the cheapest obtainable.
But, as a general rule, the .sender of a telegram need not concern
himself about the choice of route. He hands in his telegram,
and the telegraphic officials forward it, in the natural order of
things, by the normal, or cheapest route, unless a special route
is designated by the sender.

INNS AND EATING-HOUSES.

The Japanese inns can be separated into three different
kinds, viz.. Foreign style, half-Japanese and half- foreign (they
are often called Hoteru), and ^Durely native inns. In all
parts of big cities or resorting places, there are many good
hotels conducted in European style owned by Japanese as well
as foreigners, giving entire satisfaction to tourists; and in
other towns there are several good inns, often erected in
semi-foreign style and serves good foreign ^lealsii and in

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native inns nice Japanese meals are furnished. The native
styled inns have no dining rooms or beds, and the guests
dine and sleep in their own appartments. But good quilts
lJutofi\ often made of silk covered with white sheets, are laid
down on the mats. Japanese inns include supper, bed and
breakfast but wines, liquors or some other meals ordered
especially are to be paid separately. It is customary in Japan
that the guests should make presents to the inns. This
form of compensation is called "Chadai" (tea-money
lit.) after getting into a room to be used, or before leaving
the inn together with the payment of charges. The
amount of Chadai varies with the rank of individual, quality
of inns and accommodations, etc., but it generally ranges
from 50 sen to one yen per night for a person and one-half
increased for two guests and double tor three and so on.

The"RiORiYA" or eating-house supplies meals only but
not sleeping accommodation. The guests are requested to
take off their shoes in entering any Japanese inns and Rioriya not
to spoil the mats.

In the neighbourhood of every station, there are many
tea-houses where the tourists make rest and take tea, cake,
beer, lemonade, fruits, etc. Travellers' ticket can be purchased
and their luggage are checked by the employees of the tea-
house, in this case the tourists give a small gratuity to them
as reward besides the payment for what else he took.

At the principal stations beer, fruits, canned provisions
sandwitch, tea, Japanese food called Bento can be obtained by
the runners from the tea-houses.

According to the Railway Regulation, the holder of tickets
for a distance of over 50 miles can break their journey at
the more important stations.

The passengers* luggage is checked and carried free ol
charge as follows : —

First-class passengers 100 lbs. each.

Second-class „ 60 lbs. each.

At the principal stations, licensed porters known as " Akabo "
with red cap on their heads, carry passengers' parcels at a
small fixed lee. ^ ,

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IS Preliminary Remarks,

PUBLIC HOLIDAY.

All the Japanese Offices including Custom-House, Govern-
ment offices and others observe the following holidays : —

January ist Shihohai, The Emperor makes special prayer

to Heaven and all his ancestors
for a peaceful reign.

January 3rd Genshisai. The Emperor makes ofterings to

Heaven and all his Imperial
ancestors.

January 5th Shinnen-Enkwai, All the Government Offices

make official calls.

January 30th Komei- Tenno-Sai. Anniversary of the Death

of Komei-Tenno, lather of the
present Emperor.
FebrviSiYy ii\\\...Kigensetsu. Accession of Jimmu-Tenno (the

First Emperor) in 660 B.C., and
Promulgation of the Constitu-
tion in 1889.

March 21 st Shunkt-Kbrei-Sat. Spring Equinox.

April 3rd .Jimmu- Tenno-Sai. Anniversary of the Death of

Jimmu-Tenno.
September 2yd..Skuki'Koret'Sai, Autumn Equinox.
October 17th Shinjo-Sai or Kaminame-Sai. Harvest Thanks-
giving to the Deities of Ise.
The Emperor offers the first
crop of the year to his An-
cestors.
November 3rd... Tenchosetsti. The Emperor*s Birthday.
November 2ycil.,Shinj(hSai or Niiname-Sai. Second Harvest

Festival, early rice is offered to

Gods.

The foreign banks in Japan which had hitherto observed

holidays at Christmas, New Year, German Emperor's birthday

(27th January) the King's birthday and the American and

French national observances (4th and 14th July) have recently

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adopted the custom of the Emt)ire and observe some of the
Japanese holidays.

POPULAR FESTIVALS.

There are many Popular Fesdvals in Japan among which

the following are the most important : —

January isfj

„ 2nd [^ are called Sanga-nichi. New Year's Holidays.
3rd J

January loth. . . Toka-Ebisu, Festival of Gods of Luck.

January \^\h...Ko'Shogatsu or small New Year Holiday.

March 3rd (old style) Sekku. Girls Festival, or Dolls* Festival.

May 5th (old style) Sekku, Boy's Festival, or Festival of Flags

and Armors.

May 6...Shokon-Sai. Commemoration for the souls of the dead

who fell victim for the sake of
the country.

July 7th (old style) Tanabata. Festival of Stars.

July i3th^ 14th and 15th (old style) Bon-Matsuri. Feast in

honour of the dead.

August 15th (old style) Tsukimi. Full Moon Festival.

September 9th (old style) Kiku-no-Sekku. Festival of Chry-
santhemum.

November 2o\h... Ebi$u-Ko. Festival for God of Luck, held by

merchants.

BLOOMING SEASON OF THE MOST FAVORITE
FLOV^TERS IN JAPAN.

Tsubaki (Common Camellia) January- April.

Ume (Plum blossom] January and February.

Momo (Peach „ ) February and March.

Sakura (Cherry „ ) April.

Nanoha (Rapeseed blossom) April.

Fuii (Wisteria chinensis) May.

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Tsutstiji (Azalea) May.

Botan (Peony) May.

Ayame (Iris) June.

Shobu' (Calamus) June.

Renge (Lotus flower July.

Fuyo (Hibiscus mutabilis) August.

Suzuki (Euria Japonica) September.

Kiku (Chrysanthemum) October.

Momeji (Maple) October.

Sazankiva...{C^xi\^X\iaL sasanqua) November.
Cha (Tea chinensis) December.

RELIGION.

There are many torms of religion of which the principal
is Shintoism, Buddhism, and Christian.

The Shinto and Buddhism are thoroughly infused among
the nations. Shinto (meaning the Way of the Gods) is indige-
nous religion, and has myriads of gods and goddesses number-
ing over eight hundred deities, worshipping Nature, the
Imperial Ancestors, Hero or Learned-men who made great
sacrifices for the Empire. The Shinto temples are generally
constructed very simply of uncoloured wood with plain or
stratched roofs and very prominent roof beams, while the
architecture of Buddhist temples are often richly adorned
with numerous coloured and carved idols. The priests of the
Shinto temple who take regular service is called " Kwan-
nushi " and the priestresses who take charge of daily offer-
ings to Gods are called " Miko " and special Sacred Dance
" Kagura " are performed by them. In the entrance of every
Shinto -temple the Torii (or bird-rest-like arches lit.), generally
made ol wood or stone stands make easiest sign to distin-
guish Shinto temple from that of the Buddhist while the
Buddhist temples the " Sanmon " or two storied gate are
commonly seen at the entrance to the enclosure of every
temple. The total number ol shrines in the Empire are
over 190,000.

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Buddhism was first introduced from India via China and
Corea in 540 A.D. The First Pagoda was erected by Soga-no-
Iname in 584 A. D.

The famous Prince Shotoku-Taishi, in the reign under Em-
press Suiko (593-621 A.D.),is called the Constan tine of Japanese
Buddhism, after which it was adopted by every Emperor and
the Buddhism become the most popular religion among the
nation and soon spread throughout the Empire; many cele-
brated temples were erected from that time. Aftewards it has
been divided into 12 sects, namely — ^Tendai, Shingon, Jyodo
Rinzai, Sodo, Obaku, Shin, Nichiren, Ji, Yuzu-nenbutsu, Hosso
and Kegon. There are upwards of 70,000 temples with 60,000
bonzes

Christian religion (Roman Catholic) was first introduced
in 1527 A. D. , it has spread largely, the number of Christians
being put at over 300,000. Although the propagation of the
different religions were prohibited for some time, after the
Restoration it has revived and there are now Greek, Roman
Catholic and Protestant churches established, of which the
latter is most popular.

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aBHBRAL INFORHATIOKS ON JAPAH.

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GENERAL INFORHATIOHS OH JAPAH.

POSITION.

w^APAN is an island Empire situated to the north of the
K Pacific Ocean, and to the east of China, Corea, and
-^^ Siberia, the continent of Asia. Its eastern extremity and
the Pascadore islands ( I i9°2o^E.Long.) ; western, Shimshu island
of the Kurile archipelago (156° 32^ E. L.) ; southern. South cape
of Formosa (21° 46'' N. L.); and northerly by Araito island of
the Kurile groups (5o°56''N.L.) ranging between 29° 21''. The
distance between the east and west is 37° 12'', north and
south 39° 1 1''. ^

GEOGRAPHICAL DIVISION.

The Empire consists of more than 3,900 islands stretching
over 2250 miles, and they are geographically divided into five
great islands ; namely.

Honshiu, the largest in the center.
Kiushiu, the south western ;
Shikoku, the southern ;

Hokkaido, the most northerly and least developed.
Formosa (Taiwan), the most southerly and recently
incorporated with the Empire.
Besides these islands the Empire possess Chishima (the
Kurile islands) the most accessible route between Hokkaido
and Kamchatka in Asiatic Russia, the Ogasawara-jima (the
Benin islands), lying to the south-east of Honshiu ; Riukiu
(the Luchu islands), scattered to the south of Kiushiu, and
the group of Boko-to (the Pescadore islands) in the Channel
dividing Formosa from China.

The former four biggest islands are subdivided into 77
provinces.

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The following are the names of all the
Japan.

provinces in

Islands.

Proimtces.

Islands.
Iki

Provinces.
Iki ~

Honshiu..

Iga, Ise, Shima.

Owari. Mikawa.

Tsushima...

Tsushima.

Totomi.

Suruga. Kai. Idzu.

Hokkaido.

Oshima,
Shiribeshi^

Sagami. Musashi.

Ishikari.

Awa.

Teshio.

Kadzusa. Shimosa.

Kitami. Iburi.

Hitachi.

Hidaka.

Omi. Mino. Hida.

Tokachi.

Shinano. Kodzuke.

Kushiro.

Shimotsuke.

Nemuro.

Iwaki. Iwashiro.

Chishima.

Rikuzen

(The Kuriles,

Rikuchiu. Mutsu.Uzen.

32 islands)

Ugo. Wasaka.

Echizen.

Riukiu.

Okinawa,
(The Lu-chus

■

Kaga. Noto. Etchiu.
Echigo. Yamashiro.
Yamato.
Kawachi. Idzumi.
Settsu.
Tanba. Tan^fo.
Taj i ma.

Inaba. Hoki. Idzumo.

Taiwan
(Fomosa).

Ogasawara-
jima.

55 islands)
Taiwan.

(17 island)

Iwami. Harima. Mimasaku.

Bizen. Bitchiu. Bingo.

Aki. Su wo. Nagato.

Sado ...

Awaji ....
Shikoku.
Kyushiu.

Kii

Sado,

Oki.

Awaji.

Awa. Sanuki. lyo. Tosa.

.Chikuzen. Chikugo Buzen.

Bungo. Hizen. Higo.

Hiuga. Osumi. Satsuma.

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ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION.

The Empire is also administratively divided into i Do-cho,
3 Fu and 43 Ken (Prefectures) including Okinawa.
'r Formosa is under a special administration, its western part

is divided into 3 Ken.

The following are the names of the various prefectures.

' PREFACTURES

Three Fu :— Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka.
Forty-three Kens: —

Aichi, Aomori, Akita, Chiba, Fukui, Fukushima, Fukuoka,
Gifu, Gunma, Hiogo, Hiroshima, Ibaraki, Iwate, Ishikawa,
Kanagawa, Kagawa, Kochi, Kumamoto, Kagoshima, Miye,
> Miyagi, Miyazaki, Niigata, Nara, Nagano, Nagasaki, Okayama,
Okinawa, Oita, Shimane, Shizuoka, Shiga, Saitama, Saga,
Toyama, Tochigi, Tottori, Tokushima, Wakayama, Yama-
guchi, Yamagata, Yehime.

Formosa:— Taihoku, Taichiu, Tainan.
DocHO : — Hokkaido.

AREA.

The total area of the Empire is estimated at 162,800 square
miles, being about 1/325 of the whole area of the land in the
world. The breadth is about 120 miles in the most widest part
and 60 miles in the narrowest.

The following table gives the area of the most important
islands.

Honshiu

Kiushiu

Shikoku

Hokkaido

The Kuriles (32 islands)

Lu-chu islands (55 islands) ...

Other islands

Formosa and Pescadores . . .

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6,152

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COAST LINE.

The coast of Japan is situated very irregularly and pos-
sesses a very long coast line. If the total circumference of all
the islands is brought together in one line it covers over 17,840
miles.

The following is the circumference of the principal islands.

Honshiu .. .. 5,940 miles.

Kiushiu 4,431 „

Shikoku 1,622 „

Hokkaido (The main islands) .. .. 1,510 „

The Kuriles (32 islands; 1,471 „

Lu-chu groups 756 „

Formosa ., .. „ .. , 552 „

POPULATION.

According to the census taken at the end of 1C99 the
population of Japan was 41,260,000 excluding Formosa and
Pescadores. The average proportion of increase for one year
during the past twenty years is estimated at over 380,000 of
which 98 being female while 100 of male and the number of
people living in one square mile is about 280, this number is
so wonderful that the Empire comes in third in the world,
Belgium the first, Holland being the second. The following is
the population of the principal cities containing over 100,000
people at the end of 1898.

Tokyo 1,440,121

Osaka , 821,235

Kyoto 353,139

Nagoya 244,145

Kobe 215,780

Yokohama ., ,. , , ,. 193,762

Hiroshima „ ., 122,306

Nagasaki 107,422

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CLIMATE.

The climate of the country is generally mild and healthy,
though in .the different localities the temperature varies
according to the atmospheric influences of the different forma-
tions of the land, the physical features of mountains and
ocean streams.

The average temperature during one year is ii° C, being
sanie as that of the southern part of Europe and middle part
of China. In the southern portion of Kiushiu i6° C. is registered
and in the northern jDart of Hokkaido 6° C. with the difference
of io° C. between the two localities.

The average temperature in summer (August) is 27° C. in
the south and 18° C. in the north, and in winter (January) 6° 8'
C. in the south and 10° "J C. below the freezing point in the
north.

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SECTION III.

CENTRAL JAPAN.

ROUTES 1—14.

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opposite the Kobe Post ami lelei^raph Office,

.KOBE, JAPAN.

THIS HOTEL ... ^

Is situated in the centre of the City, and
all the rooms are well ventilated and
elegantly-furnished.

ELECTRIC LIGHT laid on.

PRESENT GARDEN WELL STOCKED
WITH FLOWERS.

Meals prepared by First Class Cooks. ;

Charges, J4.00 a day and upwards. '

I
Special monthly rates.-

Meals and Refreshments supplied in the
Sanyo Railway Dining Car.

Charges for Meals : ist Class, So Sen ; 2nd
Class 60 Sen.

K. GOTO, PROPRIETOR.

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CEKfRAL JAPAN.

ROUTES,

ROUTE I.

KOBE.

?«rjjp?OBE is one of the former five open ports in Japan and
rJ^^ of first importance of all others in trade. It is situated
^^ on the north shore of the Gulf of Osaka and sheltered
])y mountains at the back, is about 3% miles long and 1%
miles wide. Its location is i35°24^29^^ E. Long, and 35°37^ N.
Lat. The population was 215,780 in the last census at the end
of 1898.

The harbour faces to the south and is bounded by the Ikuta
river on the north-east and by the Wada point on the south-
t*ast. The ex-Concession is on the eastern shore of the city.
It is clean and well laid out and is re«:arded as the model

settlement of
Japan. The
principal
streets are
Kaigan-do-
Ri on the
water front,

SaK A YE -MA-
CHI and Mo-

TO - MACH I

parallel to it.
The water is
deep and it
has a larjjfe
coast traftic
with the Inland Sea as well as in the forei.8:n trade.

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EX-CONCESSTON.

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Kobe is the western terminus ot the Government Tokaido
Line and the starting point of the Sanyo Railway and it
is regarded as the central depot of both passengers and cargo.
There are three stations in Kobe, the Hvogo Station is
on the west end, the Kobe Station stands on the middle
while the Sannomiya Stating is situated on the east end
near the ex-Concession.

IMPERIAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES.

Hyogo Kencho, 38, Shimoyamate-dori Shichome.
Central Police Department, Shimoyamate-dori Shichome.
Aioibashi Police Station, Aioi-cho.
Hyogo Police Station, Toba-cho, Hyogo. |

Hyogo Prefectural Assembly, Shimoyamate-dori Shichome,
Imperial Government Customs, Kano-cho Sanchome. 1

Post and Telegraph Office, Sakaye-machi Rokuchome.
Sannomiya Post Office, Moto-machi Itchome. |

Sub-Telegraph Office, Sannomiya Station. j

Kobe District Court, Tachibana-dori Nichome.
Kobe Harbour Office, i, Hanakuma-cho.
Kobe Hospital, Kusunoki-cho Shichichome.
Kobe Marine Office, i, Hanakuma-cho.
Kobe Police Station, Sannomiya-cho Itchome.
Kobe Telephone Exchange Office, Higashi Kawasaki-cho.
Meteorological Observatory, Nakayamate-dori Shichichome.
Revenue Administration Bureau, Shimoyamate-dori Roku-
chome.
Tax Office, Shimoyamaie-dori Rokuchome. J

Water Police Station, Kaigan-dori Shichome. ^

Kobe City Office, Higashi Kawasaki-cho.
Kobe Water Works Office, Higashi Kawasaki-cho. ^

CONSULATES.

Austro-Hungary, No. 9, Naniwa-machi.
Belgium, 10, Kaigan-dori.
China, Shimoyamate-dori Hatchome.
Denmark, 91, Kila-machi.

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France, 90, Yedo-machi.

German, 115, Higashi-machi.

Great Britain, 9, Naniwa-machi.

Italy, 70, Kio-machi.

Netherlands, (Suwayama) 3, Yamamoto-dori Gochome.

Peru, 104, Yedo-machi.

Portugal, 118, Yamamoto-dori Sanchome.

Russia, 8-B, Naniwa-machi.

Spain, 90, Yedo-machi.

Sweden and Norway, 8-b, Naniwa-machi.

Switzerland, 115, Higashi-machi.

United States, 5, Akashi-machi.

CHURCHES.

Union Church, 48, Akashi-machi.
All Saints' Church, Nakayamate-dori Sanchome.
Roman Catholic Mission Church, 37, Naka-machi.
St. Michels' Church, Nakayamate-dori Rokuchome.

BANKS.

Bank of China and Japan, Ltd., 107, Ito-machi.
Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China, 26, Naniwa-
machi.
Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, 2, Kaigan-dori.
Mercantile Bank of India London and China, 107, Ito-machi.
National Bank of China, 56, Naniwa-machi.
Russo-Chinese Bank, 8, Maye-machi.

Yokohama Specie Bank No. 26-7-8, Sakaye-machi Sanchome.
Dai Ichi Ginko, Sakaye-machi Shichome.
Mitsu Bishi Goshi-Kwaisha, Higashi Kawasaki-cho.
Mitsui Ginko, Sakaye-machi Sanchome.

Nippon Trade Bank, (Boyeki Ginko), Sakaye-machi Sanchome.
Sumitomo Bank, Kaigan-dori Gochome.
Konoike Bank, Sakaye-machi Sachome,

STEAMSHIP COMPANIES.

Canadian Pacific Railway Co., 14, Maye-machi.
Messageries Maritimes, 6, Kaigan-dori
Nippon Yusen Kaisha, 5, Kaigan-dori Rokuchome.
Northern Pacific Steamship Co., 5, Kaigan-dori.

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Norddeutscher Lloyd, No. lo, Kaigan-dori.

Occidental and Oriental Steamship Co., 87, Yedo-machi.

Osaka Shosen Kaisha, Kaigan-dori Sanchonie.

Pacific Mail Steamship Co., 87, Yedo-machi.

Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Co., 109 Naka-machi.

Portland & Asiatic S. S. Cj., 7- a, Kaigan-djri.

Toyo Kisen Kwaisha, 37, Yedo-machi.

NEWSPAPER OFFICES.

" Kobe Chronicle," 7, Nishi-machi.

" Kobe Herald," 76, Kyo-machL

•• Kobe Daily news," Sannomiya-cho Nichome.

H O T E L S.

Oriental Hotel, 80 Kio-machi, and 87-88, Naka-machi.
Imperial Hotel, near Saimoniiya Station.
(}reat Eastern Hotel, 21, Sakaye-machi Itchome.
Jiyu-tei Hotel, Higashi Kawasaki-cho.

INNS.

Naka Tokiwa, Suwayama.
Nishi Tokiwa, „

Higashi Tokiwa, „
Tokiwa-Kadan, Toba-cho, Hiogo.

KOREION RE.STAITRANTS.
Kairyo-tei, near Sannomiya .Station.
Occidental Restaurant, Nishi-machi Itchome.

The chief sights in Kobe are as follows : —

^ minutes loalk from the ex- Concession.

The temple of Ikuta stands in a wood of
iKUTA the same name covered with cryptomerias
TEMPLE. jij^j camphor trees. It is the oldest temple
in Kobe belonging to the Shinto Sect dedi-
cated to Wakahirume-no-Mikoto who is said to have been
taught tlie use of loom and to have been the first who
has made clothing. The temple is said to have been founded
by the famous Empress Jingo when she returned from her

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IKUTA TEMPLE.

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Expedition to
Corea. A fierce
battle between
the Minamoto
and Taira clans
was fought
here. The an-
nual festival is
held on the 15th
and i6th of April
when the " Ml-
KOSH^"(Shrine)
is removed fol-
lowed by a long
procession. The

festival is observed with almost frantic jubilance by the

people. * ^ ^^ *

ly^ inile^ 20 minutes walk from the ex-Concession,

The Nunobiki Water-falls are situated on
NiNciniKi the slope

A.MKR-I AI.I.S. of Mount

Muko and
makes the resource of
the IkuUi river. The
word Nunobiki signifies

" CLOTH STRETCHED OUT TO

DRV," ///., the sheet of water
falling resembling a piece of
white clotli. There are two
falls, the upper one is called
Odaki (Male fall ///.) and
the lower Medaki (F'emale
fall ///.). The latter has a
drop of 43 >^ ft. and 12 ft.
wide alx)Ut 2 cho upwards
from the foot of the hill ; the
former, 3 cho a1x)ve, is 82>^ xuxobiki water fall, lower;

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ft. high and 13 ft. wide. A wooden bridge across the stream
on the lower fall affords an excellent position from which
charming views can be obtained.

SUWAYAMA

OR
VKXDS HILF-.

North end of the City, i mile from the ex- Concession.

There is a shrine called Suwa-Myojin from
which the name was derived and going far-
ther up on the right side of the temple is the
slope of the hill with green grass suitable for
picnics, where commands extensive view of the town and
sea-shore. On the foot of the hill, there is a mineral bath

allowed for
use to the
public o n
paying a
small tee ;
farther up is
a stone
'monument
erected in
CO mm em o-
I ration of a
French As-
t r o n o m e r
who there
made obser-
vation of the
transit of V^enus in 1874, whence the name was derived. In the
neighbourhood, many good Japanese restaurants are situated.

SUVVA-VAMA.

4yi miles from the Concession^ 2 hours* walk.

Mavasan is the highest peak of the Rokko
mountain range behind Kobe, densely wood-
ed. There is a temple belonging to the
Shingon sect erected about 12 centuries
Panoramic views of the city, villages, and the

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bay of Osaka can l)e obtained. On the top of the peak near
the temple (2,446 ft. above the sea) is a good summer retreat
where many foreigners in Kobe sojourn in summer time to
escape from the heat in town.

* * * *

J miles' dis*ant from thi ex-Concession,

It is accessible by two roads, one is to go
,^j^' ' through a pass called Kurumadani (commonly
hinter's known as Hunter's Gap by foreign residents)
i''^^- and the other can be reached along a valley

to the west of Suwa-yama. The temple is situated 1,600
ft. high and is dedicated to K5bo Daishi. Extensive bird's-eye-
view can be obtained from the top of the hill.

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silk INK.

I mile west from /h? eX'Concess:'o;i.

The shrine is commonly known as " Nanko-
SAN " by the natives, and was erected in 1871.
It is dedicated to Kusunoki Masashige, a
famous loyalist. A stone monument of Masa-
shige is situated among the old pine trees at the right corner
on entering the front gate, the inscription was made by
Mitsukumi, fam-
ous Lord of
Mito. Some 30
years ago the
site was in the
middle of the
rice fields, but
now it is the most
bustling fair
situated in the
centre of the
City.

The bazaar
has every des-

NANKO TEMPLE.

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cription of manufactured articles on sale at fixed prices. An
Aquarium (Suizoku-kan) is placed behind the bazaar, at the
left hand.

The ground is crowded by thousands of people both day.
and night.

Distant excursions from Kobe can be made to Suma, Maiko,
Akashi as far as Himeji and beyond, by the Sanyo Railway line
for the westward direction ; and for the north-eastward may be
visited the waterfall at Mino, Takaradzuka and Arima mineral
springs, etc., by the Hankaku Railway line. For the discrip-
tion of the Sanyo Railway line see Route 15 and for the
Hankaku Railway line Route 2.

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WHERE TO MAKE PURCHASES IN KOBE.

AUCTIONEERS AND ESTATE AGENTS.
Geo. J. Penney, 6, Harima-machi.
Whymark & Thompson, 82, Nishi-machi Itchome.

BAMBOO WARES.
Tanaka, K., Motomachi Nichome.
Xakai shoten, Sannomiya-cho Itchome.

BYCYCLES & ACCESSORIES.

Ishikawa K., 214, Sannomiya-cho Nichome.
Hashimoto J., 232 „ „

BOOKSELLERS AND STATIONERS.
Manij^a & Co., Z. P., Motomachi Itchome.

CHEMISTS AND DRUGGISTS.

Maniya, Z. P., 234, Moto-machi Itchome.
Xishimura Rankodo, Moto-machi Itchome.

CONFECTIONERY.
EujretsiKlo, Motomachi Sanchome.

CURIO STORES.
Inui S., Motomachi Itchome.

Kitamura Bros., „ Nichome.

Xakamura S., „ „

Nishida S., „ Itchome.

TaniRiichi Y.,

FANCY GOODS STORES.
Fuji, M., Moto-machi Nichome.

FINE ART CURIOS.
Kuhn & Komor, 81, Kyo-machi.
Daibutsu Fine Art Gallery, 26, Sannomiya-cho Sanchome.

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FINK ART CURIOS— r.v////;//.v/.-

Funai, C, Moto-machi Gochome.

Ota (Harishin), Motomxchi Sanchome.

Hamadas' Fine Art Depot, Motomachi Sachome. ^ ^

Tada, J., „ Nichome.

FOREIGN SUNDRY GOODS.

Cabeldu & Co., P. S., i6 Maye-machi.
Skipworth, Hammond & Co., 30 Akashi-machi.
Nakao, Y., Motomachi Sanchome.
Tanba, K., „ Gochome.

Tanaka, G., Sannomiya-cho Sanchome.
Nishimura, S., Motomachi Nichome.

LACQUJi:R WARRS.

Okamoto, R., Motomachi Nichome.
Seki, G., Shimoyamate-dori Nichome.

PHOTOGRAPHIC STUDIO.

Ichida, S., Motomachi Nichome.
Tamamura, K., Sannomiya-cho Sanchome.

PHOTOGRAPHS, ALBUMS, PICTURES.

Fujiya, Motomachi Itchome.
Fiikasawa, Motomachi Itchome.
Tamamura, K., Sannomiya-cho Sanchome.
Shinyei-do, Moto-machi Gochome.

PORCELAIN AND POTTERY POSTORES.
Suzuki Shoten, Sannomiya-cho Sanchome.
Shizan Nagaye, 1308. Takimichi, Nunobiki.
Suzuki Branch Store, Sannomiya Sanchome.
Kimoto & Co., Motomachi Nichome.
Shimidzu & Co., „ „

Shinto Kaisha, „ „

Ban Kinzan, Kano-cho Nichome.

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SILK AND SILK EMBROIDERIES.

Konishi & Co., Motoniachi Nichome.
Matsunioto & Co., „ Sanchonie.

Shieno, K., Shimoyamate-dori Nichome.
Takinami, B., Motomachi Nichome.
Fuma Shiten, 25, Sannomiya-cho Sanchome.

SHIRT MANUFACTURERS.
Vamatoya (Kobe branch), Motomachi Itchome.

SHOES AND BOOTS MAKERS.

Kobe Shoe Manufacturing Co., Motomachi Gochome.
Kobe-ya, Motomachi Nichome.

SCREENS AND KAKEMONO DEALERS.
vShiosaki branch store, Motomachi Itchome.

TAILORS AND OUTFITTERS.

Shibata, O., Motomachi Sanchome.
Cabeldu & Co., P. S., 16 Maye-machi.

TORTOISE SHELL WORKS.

Ota, K., Motomachi Itchome.

WATCH-MAKERS AND JEWELLERS.

Fuji-ya, Motomachi Itchome.
Tsuboi Shoten, Nanko-maye.

WINES AND PROVISIONS.
Meiji-ya, Motomachi Itchome.

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. About 3^^ hours from Kobe by
Sanda Station.

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BILLIARDS, DRAWING ROOM,

OWN TENNIS GROUND,

DIFFERENT GAMES,
EXCELLENT CUISINE AND WINES.

Hot and Cold Batlis at any time in the Hotel.

THE ONLY HOTEL IN

FULLY EUROPEAN STYLE.

PRICES VERY MODERATE.

(Special discount for longer stay.)
Comfort and Cakefil Attl;m;anck.

T. OSHIMA, PROPRIETOR.

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THE

^^HANKAKU" RAILWAY LINE.

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ROUTE 2.

THE HAHKAKU RAILWAY LINE,

JHE Hankaku Railway is the only line traversing central
part of Japan starting at Osaka (Umeda) and down to
the Japan Sea coast. The train leaves Umed and after
passing vast fertile fields to the westward, Kanzaki is the
first station where visitors coming from Kobe are taken and
then the train proceed as far as Fukuchiyama. The services
beyond Fukuchiyama down to the northern seaboard towns of
Miyadzu and Maizuru (the new Naval Station) are maintained
by the shallow draft steam-launches of the company at Yura
river, orby means of Jinrikisha.

The districts along thi« line abounds with mushrooms and
excursions are made by many people for hunting them in the
season.

N^ames of Station. Distance from Osaka.

Remarks.

Osaka. m.

Kanzaki, Jet 4,

Tsukaguchi 6.

Itami 8.

Ikeda II.

Nakayama 13.

Takarazuka 15.

Namaze 16.

Takedao 20.

D6j5 24.

Sanda 26.

Hirono 30-

Aino 33-

Aimoto...: 35.

CH.

48.

12,

39 r Visit peoney garden

1 and Min5 waterfall.

46 r Visit Nakayama

\ temple.

51 Visit mineral, spring.

62.
65.
30.

50 r Alight for Arinia

\ hot spring.

30,
2.

51.

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Xntnes of S/a/ion. Distance from Osaka, Remarks.

M. CH.

Furnichi 36. 78.

Sasayama 42. I.

Oyama 43. 31.

Shimotaki 48. 30,

Tani8:awa 51. 3.

Kaibara 55. 35.

Iso 57. 33,

Kuroi 65. 05.

Ichijitna 64. 12.

Takada 66. 60.

FiKrcHiYAMA 71. 23 r Alight for Amano-

\ Hashidate.

The chief sights along the line are as follows : —

IKEDA.

Is one of the feudal towns situated along the river Ina-
gawa containing a population of some 15,000, Ikeda and the
vicinity has been famous since a long time ago for its horticul-
ture engagement. Many experienced horticulturists with their
expensive gardens cultivate every kind of trees and shrubs,
forming a large florist garden worth paying a visit. The trees
are largely exported to Osaka, Kobe and vicinities.

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% mile from the Ikeda S.

The garden is situated in the village of same

PEONEV (lAR- . ^ . , _ **

up;n at name, the most famous place for peoney m

Ki.NOBji. Japan. Thousands of the different kinds are

cultivated every-where with great care ; in

April, when they are in full bloom, the place attracts many

visitors.

» * * *

3 miles from the Ikeda 5, / hour's ride by jinrikisha.

The waterfall of Mino is situated in the village

MiN<» of same name. After alighting from jinrikisha

WATKR-FAM.. ^^ ^^ entrance of the village, the pass leads to

the narrow roj^d of bej^utiful glen. A temple

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called Ryuan-ji dedicated
to Benzaiten is erected here.
The mountain is thickly
wooded with maples and
cherry trees. After going
2 cho further on a cascade
70 feet high falls from a tall
cliff. The best time to visit
this place is to see the
cherry blossom in April ;
the maple tints in Novem-
ber; and to enjoy the
beautiful mountain scene-
ries and grand views of the
fall in summer. There are
many tea-houses and inns
here.

MINO WATER FALL.

10 minu/es* walk from Nakayama S, Inn, Ntshikino-Bo.

NAKAVAMA

KWANNON.

gust when spe- r
cial ceremonies
are held, the
place is crowded
with devotees.
There is a mi-
neral bath and
charming views
also are obtain-
ed.

The temple is one of the 33 Holy places of
Kwannon, In the middle of March and Au-

NAKAVAMA-DERA.

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TAKARADZUKA
MINERAL
SPRING.

J minutes* loaik/rom Takarazuka S,

A RENOWNED mineral spring along the river
Muko-gawa. The bath is effective for sufferers
from acute rheumatism, gout and other com-
plaints. Here are the noted Takarazuka Hotel
(European) and many good Japanese inns. Besides the spring,
the locality possesses magnificent views. The place is

cool in summer
and attracts
many visitors
both foreigners
and Japanese.
Excursion from
the bathing
place can be
made to the
celebrated tem-
ple of Kiyoshi-
kojin on a hill
to the south-
eastern side of
the station, dis-
tance one mile.

TAKARAZUKA.

AKIMA

/}4 hours by jinrikisha from Sanda S.

Arima is situated in a valley (1,200 ft. above the
sea) north of the Rokko mountain just behind
of Kobe (14 miles from Kobe). There are two
ways to get there, one is to go to Sumiyoshi
station (the next station from Sannomiya,. Kobe) and then
over Rokko range (8 miles) by walking or by Kago which is
obtained there in summer time (3 hours), while the other is to
go by the Hankaku Railway line to Sanda Station and to
walk or by jinrikisha the distance of 4% miles. The spring
contains Chloride of sodium. Potassium and calcium, especially

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GENERAL VIEW OF ARIMA.

effective for suf-
ferers of rheu-
matism and cu-
taneous affec-
tions. When
the chief spring:
was discovered
is not known.
The Great Tai-
ko (Toyotomi
Hideyoshi) built
bath-house here
and in 1891 re-
built one in the
present build-
ing. The temperature is 39° cent. The atmosphere is pure
with cool and bracing climate in summer. During the hot
season, the place is visited by thousands of both Japanese and
foreigners. There is an old well and a cave from which
carbonic acid issues and destroys all insect life, the former is
called ToRi-JiGOKU (Hell for Birds) and the latter Mushi-
JiGOKU (Hell for Worms). In Autumn the place is Jilso noted
for maple tints, and visitors often go out mushroom hunting.
There are many good hotels here of which the most patronized
are the Arima Hotel (new building), Sugimoto Hotel, Okuno-
Bo, Nikai-Bo, Nakano-Bo and Gosho-Bo, etc. Baskets made
of bamboo and wisteria, and a kind of pottery called Arima-
yaki are produced here, the former are very well made and
largely exported to foreign countries.

SASAYAMA.

Is the principal town of Tamba, formerly the castle town
of Aoyama family. The castle is situated in the western part
of the town from which extensive views over the whole city
can be obtained. Oji park which is two miles distant from the
Station possesses charming views,

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FUKUCHI^YAMA
Is the important town of Tamba province. The castle was
erected by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in Tensho era (1131 A.D.).
Now ft is the seat of the 20th Brigade. The place is the center
of trade of Sanin-Do districts.

9 miles from Fuktichiyatna 5,

MOTo isr:

i)AijiN-(;r. The ground is believed to have been the an-
cient site of the Ise
Shrine (the Inijiej ial
An cestral Shrint;)
before it was re-
placed at Ise pro-
vince in 457
B. C, under
the com-
mand of
the Em-
peror Yu-
ryaku. The
Holy Build-
ing is said
to be quite
the same
as that in Ise. moto-ise shrine.

MAIDZURU,

Is 17 miles north from Fukuchiyama, the railway between
the two places are now in construction. It is situated on the
south-eastern part of Tango province. The place was selected
as one of the Naval Stations of tlie Empire in 1890. In fact
the Station is really put some two miles distant from Maizuru.
Visitors are required to obtain special permission.

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MIY.AZU.
Lies about 24 miles north from Fukuchiyama, formerly the
seat of Daimyo Matsudaira. It is a principal sea -port of Tango
province and derives a reflected glory from Amano Hashi-
DATE one of the " Three Great Sights " in Japan lying two
miles off from Miyazu. Steamers are daily plying between
Maizuru and Miyazu.

Can be reached in 4 hours by steamer and 5

amano hours by jinrikisha from Fukuchiyama. It is a

narrow sandy spit stretching out into the Sea

thickly covered with pine trees. Its wanderous

picturesque view of the peninsula and surrounding mountains

are far beyond the power of words to tell.

Fully described in Route 19, Oiye's Steamship lines.

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THH CITY OF OSAKA.

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THE OSAKA

>Q^ 4k:^ tesi^ is:i^ ts:^

COMMERCIAL MUSEUM

Ill e. Oldest EstablisJunent of the

kind in Japan. -^

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ESTABLISHED 1^590.

TELKl'HONE
NO. 509 (NISHI).

DojiMA Hama-dori

NiCHOME,

Osaka, Japan.

Dr. Y. HIRAGA,

Superiulendcnt.

S. KOIDE,

j\Ia)Hvycr,

Situated within 5 minutes'
walk from Umeda Station.

The MUSEUM is divided
into sections for the domestic
and the foreign products and
manufactures.

A perfect chemical labora-
tory with competent chemists
is attached, where commercial
analysis is executed for the
convenience of tlie public.

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THE CITY OF

OSAKA.
igSAKA can be reached from Kobe in i hour, and i>^
hours from Kyoto. It is the second largest city in the
Empire, but from the commercial and industrial point
it is the central depot in Japan. The merchants of O^ka
are reported to be the shrewdest and most keen competitors
in trade.

The area is over 8 square miles and is still extending with
great strides. The population was 920,000 in the end of 1901.
The river called Yodo runs across through the city and inter,
sects at .sevesal places connected with many canals affording
great convenience for communication from one part to the
other. Lately, the city made remarkable progress in com-
merce and industry, especially in cotton spinning. Visitors
going around the city by train will notice that several thou-
sands of chimnies pour out their smoke and smuts, so much so
that the city is called " Manchester in the Orient." The an-
cient name of Osaka is Naniwa and still it is used by some
institution.

The famous Emperor Nintoku chose this city for his resi-
dence and during the Tensho era (i6th century) the Great
Warrior Toyotomi Hideyoshi (commonly known as Taiko)
built grand fortress there called Osaka-jo (castle) within two
years and made it the seat of his government, thereafter the
city became of more importance.

The scheme of constructing a big and complete harbour
are now carried on.

Full description about the works is given under a special
title.

The city is divided into four Districts, viz., Higashi-ku
(East), Nishi-ku (West), Minami-ku (South), and Kita-ku
(North).

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50 The City of Osaka.

Osaka is the Central Depot of several Railway Lines.
The following is the names ol the different lines entering
into the city : —

The Government Tokaido Line.

The Hankaku Line.

The Kwansai Line.

The Koya Line.

The Nishinari Line.
Steamers daily ply between Inland Sea Ports and other
ports of the Empire. The Osaka Shosen Kwaisha (The Osaka
Mercantile S. S. Co.) is the biggest of all.

IMPERIAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES.

Osaka Fucho (Prefectural Government), Enokojima, Nishi-ku.
Osaka Court of Appeal (Koso-in), Wakamatsu-cho, Kita-ku.
Osaka District Court (Chiho-Saibansho), Tosabori Shichome,

Nishi-ku.
Post and Telegraph Office, Nakanoshima Nichome, Kita-ku,
Osaka Imperial Hygienic Laboratory (Eisei Shikenjo), Kyo-

bashi Sanchome, Higashi-ku.
Osaka Arsenal (Hohei Kosho), within the castle.
Imperial Government Mint (Zohei-kyoku), Kawasaki, Kita-ku.
Osaka Meteorological Station (Sokkosho, Dojima Hama-dori,

Nichome, Kita-ku.

Municipal Office (Shiyakusho), Enokojima Kamino-cho, Nishi-
ku.

Osaka Harbour Construction Office (Chikko jimusho), Tempo-
cho, Nishi-ku.

Osaka Water Works (Suido-jimusho) Awabori-dori Itchome,
Nishi-ku.

Osaka Commercial Museum, Dojima Hama-dori Nichome,
Kitaku.

Mine Inspection Office (Kozan Kantokusho), Minami Hirano,

Higashi-ku.
Osaka Marine Bureau (Kaiji Kyoku), Tamaye-cho Itchome,

Kita-ku,

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Osaka Revenue Inspection Office (Zeimu Kwanri Kyoku),
Nakanoshima Shichome, Kita-ku.

Osaka Customs, Tomijima-cho, Nishl-ku.

Forth Army Division, within the castle.

Osaka Board of Forestory (Dairinkusho), Uchi Kiuhoji-machi
Nichome, Higashi-ku.

Telephone Exchange Office, Hiranomachi Nichome, Higashi-
ku.

Osaka Police Station, Enokojima, Nishi-ku.

Osaka Chief Gemdarmary Station, within the castle.

STEAMSHIP COMPANIES.
Nippon Yusen Kaisha, Umeda-cho, Kita-ku.
Osaka Shosen Kaisha, Tomijima-cho, Kita-ku.
S. Oiye's Line (head office), Saiwaicho Nichome, Nishi-ku.

CHURCHES.
Christ Church, Kawaguchi.

BANKS (JAPANESE).

Daiichi Ginko, Korai-bashi Sanchome, Higashi-ku.
Kitahama Ginko, Ima-bashi Nichome, „

Konoike Ginko, „ „ „

Mitsui Ginko, Korai-bashi Sanchome, „

Mitsu Bishi Ginko, Nishi-nagahori Minami-dori Gochome, Kita-
ku.
Naniwa Ginko, Awaji-machi Nichome, Higashi-ku.
Sumitomo Ginko, Nakanoshima Gochome, Kita ku.

HOTEL.
Osaka Club Hotel, Nakanoshima, Kitaku.

INNS,
Hanaya, Nakanoshima Sanchome, Kita-ku.
Seikwan-ro, Sonesaki, Kita-ku,
Ginsui-ro, Nakanoshima, Kita-ku.
Shiun-ro, Imabashi Shichome Kita-ku,

RESTAURANTS (Foreign).
Osaka Club Hotel, Nakcnoshima, Kita-ku.
Furukawa Club, Kawaguchi, Nishi ku.
Tengo ro, Kitahama, Higashi-ku.

RESTAURANTS (Japanese).

Morikichiro, Nakanoshima, Kita-ku,
Seikwan-ro, Sonesaki, Kita-ku,
Ginsui-ro, Nakanoshima, Kita-ku.
Sakau, Hirano machi Shichome, Higashi-ku,

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52 Th,- City of Osahn.

THE FIFTH NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL
EXHIBITION.

The Fifth National Industrial Exhibition winch is to be
opened on March ist, 1903, and to continue for 153 days, is re-
g^arded as the trial exhibition for the International Exposition
which is expected to be held in the Empire sometime ia the
future. The scheme is prepared in a very large scale and the
wideness of plans, perfectness of designs cannot be compared
with those of former exhibitions. The ground area used for
the Exhibition is almost double that of all former exhibitions
utilized for the same purpose.

It is the First Exhibition since the late Japan-China War
and the Treaty Revision whence the Empire became one of
the first cK-iss nations in the world. Since the War, Japan
made remarkable progress upon industry and commerce ; the
forthcoming Exhibition is to realize its development in fact as
well as to prcmote the expansion of business in future. Special
Building for the Exhibitions from Foreign Lands are to be built
and it is said that many applications have already been made
from various countries, hence mutual benefit should l)e increased.
An Association under the name of the Kyosan-kwai is form-
ed in Osaka composed of many leading gentlemen, under
the supervision- of Mr. K. Sumitomo, a well known Millionaire.
The intention of the Association is to give every assistance
possible in connection with the Exhibition.

The Railway and Steamship Companies in the Empire
have decided to make special reduction for visitors and at the
same time to invite all of them to travel by their own lines.

Pamphlets containing full description about the Exhibition
will \^ published by me in due course under special title.

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THE OSAKA HARBOUR CONSTRUCTION
WORKS.

INTRODUCTION.

Though the City of Osaka has been recognized as the
most important commercial center of the Empire since two
hundred and fifty years ago it was almost limited within
the Empire until the Restoration. Since the Meiji era Osaka
loomed in the stage of international communication and made
special strides and progress. The late Japan-China War
brought particular expansion upon the industry and Commerce
of the Empire. The amount of both exports and imports
showed remarkable increase year by year and steamers' com-
munication extended its routes to the Western Continents.
The City of Osaka is not the commercial center of Japan biit
that of the Orient.

It was a long cherished desire by the people of Osaka to^
build a new harbour so as to make it the shipping center at the
same time, because the present liafbour" is too shallow to*
admit ocean going steamers. Time has ripen and the authorities
of the government has recognised the necessity of constructing
a complete harbour there,^ TJie/ SjClien\e Was ma^e" to' accom-
plish this big work within eight years (1,897-1904) with a capital
of yen 22,500,000 under the supervision of Mr S. Nishimura,
ex -Governor of Osaka whose reputation and trustworthiness by
the citizens, and many other experts is recognized. The new
streets will be formed at the same time by reclaiming a portion
of land and the limits of the city will be expaned to the
western extreme along the shore. All the railway lines which
enters into the city, will extend their way to the piers and their
cargo will be taken thence to every part of the Empire. On
completion of the work, Osaka will come to the front as the
foremost commercial city of the world.

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THE PLAN OF THE WORK.

The scheme is to divide the harbour into two parts — the
Inner and Outer Harbour. The Outer Harbour is surrounded
by the North and South Breakwaters. The starting point of the
North Breakwater has 3,900 feet from the south-west of the
lighthouse at Temposan old fort, proceeding straight into the
sea in the same direction ending at 28 feet depth below low
water forming a quadrangular curve at the extreme, the length
is 8952 feet. The South Breakwater commences from 5,580 feet
off the lighthouse at the Shirinashi river extending 2,520 feet
to the north-west direction following in 11,130 feet towards the

RECLAIMING TEMPOSAN FRONTAGE.

west and ends at the same depth curving at the end so as to
face the North Breakwater. The entrance width between
pierheads is 600 feet at the bottom. The Inner Harbour
begins at the south bank of the mouth of the river Kidzu
running 1,980 feet north-west, then turns to the north-west for
3,480 feet and is surrounded by the Inner Harbour Dyke which
joins the South Breakwater. Nearly 1,240 acres out of the total
space ot the water area enclosed are to be reclaimed for the
site of the new city and the docks.

The distance from the reclaimed ground of the Outer
Harbour to the entrance of the Harbour is 10,320 feet. The
main dimensions are as follows : —

Breadth, Area.

Outer Harbour 3,000 ft. — 4,950 ft. 894 acres.

Inner Harbour i,55o „ — 1,800 „ 339 „

Mouth ot the river Aji 720,, — 1,200,, 40 „

„ „ „ „ Shirinashi 420 „ — 4S0 „ 35 „

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The dock water area are : — No. of

Between the rivers Aji and Length. Breadth. Docks. Area.

Shirinashi 1,440 ft. 480 ft, 3 48 acres.

Between the rivers Shiri-/ 1,440 „ 480,, 3 48 „

nashi and Kidzu \ 1,440 „ 720 „ i 24 „

Northern pan of the river

Aji 2,150,, 480,, I 24 „

Total area 144 acres.

The channel for steamers to get in from the entrance is about
600 feet towards the South Breakwater off the center while the
north side is used for anchorage. The loading and discharging
of cargos are to be made at the quay walls and at the lanain*?
pier 1,500 feet in length and 540 feet breadth. The ground
Ixjtween each dock is 480 feet in breadth used for dock plants,
warehouses, roads, etc. The dredging of the Harbour and the
iMiilding of docks is proceeding apace. Two docks will be
built first, conmiencing from the north side between the river

DRYING BLOCKS.
TRANSPORTING BLOCKS. BLOCK-MAKING YARD.

Shirinashi and Aji, along which 24 vessels of 2,500 tons average
can berth at one time. On completion of all the docks the
capacity will be 3,000,000 tons of cargo a year. Many canals
will be opened on reclaimed grcund, one connecting river Aji
and Shirinashi (150 ft. broad) commencing at the north side of

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the Temposan old fort along the west end of Yawatdya-shinden
and the river Shirinashi will run into the Inner Harbour across
the reclaimed ground 360 — 480 feet in width. The third dock
situated on the southern portion of the Shirinashi river beinji:
made bigger than the others with the width of 720 feet so as to
open a new water passage through the southern end of iMinam;
Okajima and to meet the river Kidzu 150 feet in width while
another canal to join the river Shirinashi and Kidzu will be
opened along the western extreme of Chitose and Minamz
Okajima. A temporary dam of over 3,600 feet will be built
from the beginning of the North Breakwater to the Temposan
old fort so as to prevent the silt coming from the river Aji
which is to be taken off after completion of Yodo-gawa diver-
sion work thus joining the river Aji with the Harbour.

The work was commenced by the city in October, 1897.
The course of the work, as executed during the past three
years up to October, 1900, is as follows : —

Shore Protection Embankment of River Kidzu.

The shore protection works along the mouth of the River
Kidzu, starting at the southern extremity of Chishima-Shinden,
are to reach to the inner Breakwater, and have a length of 9,706

the pier.

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feet, and a heii^ht of from 12 feet to 15 feet above low water,
and a width of iS feet at the top, and a slope of i in 2 on both
sides. The inside of this embankment is filled with ordinary
earth throughout the whole length. The surfaces on both the
top and sloping sides of the Embankment are covered with
clay puddle for a length of 1,479 feet beyond starting-point at
Chishima-Shinden, and the remaining 8,227 ^et are faced with
rubble stones to a height of from 8 to 15 feet above low water
on the outer slope, while the top and rear side are covered
with clay puddle. The work was commenced on July 3rd,
1898, and completed December loth, 1899.

INNER BREAKWATER.
This Breakwater, starting from the end of the River Kidzu
Embankment, will reach to the South Jetty, and is to be carried
for a length of 4,920 feet, bending towards the Harbour. The
work was commenced in December, 1897, from the shore end,
and half is already finished, whilst work on the remaining half
is going on at present. The preliminary step is to strew the
site of this Breakwater with rubble stones, the spaces between
b-ing filled with gravel and ballast ; then the frorft side is built
up with large hewn stone blocks, each weighing over half a ton,
and this work is to reach 15 feet above high-water level, and
have a width of 18 feet at the top and a slope of i in i on front
face, and 1.3 in i on back face ; on the top of this concrete
blocks will be piled up in two courses. The materials used,
up to the present, for this work are' 20,880 cubic yards of large
hewn stone blocks, 992 cubic yards of ordinary rubble, 42,832
cubic yards of gravel and ballast, 1,048 pieces of concrete
blocks, and 3,000 cubic yards of large rubble.

CONCRETE BLOCK YARD.
The Block-making Yard is a portion of reclaimed land,
the reclamation of which was commenced on the 15th June,
1898, and finished on the i6th January of the following year.
The area of the yard is 20.8 acres. As soon as the reclamation
was completed, the stores, godowns and buildings were con-

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The City of Osaka.

IRON PIER IN CONSTRUCTION.

jitructed, aiul the settinj? "P of the machines and other useful
accommodation for this branch of the Works was carried out

and completed oil
the 29th of De-
cember, 1899. The
Block making has
been going on con-
tinuously since its
commencement on
the 20th January,
1900. The total re-
quired number of
blocks being 60,000,
it is expected to
finish them within
ft ve years, the
average daily production being forty pieces. The mate-
rials of the blocks consist of Portland cement, sand and
gravel well mixed by the proper method. The blocks will be
all one size, each 6 feet by 5 feet by 4 feet, or 120 cubic feet,
weighing 8 tons (17,920 pounds). Blocks to the number of
6,900 have Ixien made since the work l)egan, 3,900 of these
Ix-ing used already for Jetties and Breakwaters.

IXUJIMA QUARRIES.

The Quarries were opened in April, 1898, at Inujima, an
island about seventy miles distant westward of Osaka, from
whence the stones iox the Works will be entirely procured and
transported to the place by Japanese barges and steam-boats,
specially built for the purpose. There are two Quarries, both
being expected to supply the same quantity of material ;
therefore each has precisely the same accommodation. The
principal works laid out are four Loading Piers, Stone
Storage Yards, Earthworks to remove the sand and earth from
the Quarries, Railway Tracks extending three miles, twenty
Rock Drilling: Machines, as well as Electric Lighting Plant

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The stones taken from the Quarries up to the end of Septeni-
l>er, 1900, since the Works coninienceil, amount to 295.t>x^
cubic \*tirds. Of these 131,190 pieces were largne nibble, weiy^h-
inf^ a ton or so each, and totalHn«: 96.*^oo cul>ic yards in
volume.

WORKSHOPS.

THE Workshops Are intended for the purpose of repairs to
ships* machinery, instruments and tools, &c., used on the
Works. The yard is a portion of the reclaimed land, havinjc
an area of 6.5 acres, and equipped "with necessary building,
machiner\', docks, and slips, &c., and has l)een in operation
from April, 189^.

The shops a^e divided into two departments, viz. Ma-
chinery department and Ship Department.

The Machinery Department is sub-divided into Finish-
ing:. Smiths,' Casting:, Riveting: and Joiners' Shops, and the
Ship Department is sub-divit!^ i.\ into Shi p btiildini^ . Shin rivt 1*
ing:, Caulking:, Painting:,
S a i 1 • m a k i n g:, Leather
Working^, Sawing:, La-
bourers' and Bricklaying:
.Shops, &c. Besides these
are four Slip Ways, be-
long:ing: to the Ship De
partmerit, which are in-
tended to serve for re-
pairing: of Stone-carrying:
steamboats and earth
barges. There are two
Graving: Docks, one of
which has a leng:th of
148 feet, with a width of
62 feet, the other being:
234 feet by 79 feet; the
drying: up of these Docks jKttv.

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situated between the two Docks. For dischar.ii:in«: the water
out of the Docks three hours is required for the former ami
four and one half hours for the latter, the suction pipes used
being one of one foot internal diameter for the smaller Dock
and two of the same diameter for the larger.
SOUTH JFTTY.
This Jetty, starting from the extremity of the Inner Break-
water, is to be built out to a length of 14,631 feet, having a
height of II feet above low water, a width at the top of 18
feet, and a slope of i in i on either side. The Jetty is to be
covered with concrete blocks on its top and sides, to a reach
depth of 14 feet below low water on the sea side and 6 feet on

the harbour side
respectively. Since
this work began in
January, 1899, up
to the end of Sep-
tember, 1900, a
length of 4,020 feet
I has been nearly
completed, the
I work of throwing
I down the rubble
having been ac-
complished, and
the seaside slope
for that length being covered with three to five concrete
blocks already ; the remaining 10,611 feet of this Jetty are now
in progress, the throwing down of rubble deing carried on*
The work of depositing the rubble is being done with Imijima-
maruNo. 6, and Hayashkvo-maru No. 15^ specially built for the
purpose, of which the former is bottom tipping, with a carry-
ing capacity of 600 cubic yards, and the latter is both side and
bottom tipping, with a capacity of 200 cubic yards. The ma-
terial used up to the present totals 274,254 culiic yards of large
rubble, and 2,837 pieces of concrete blocks,

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DREDCWNG.
The dredginjsr was commenced on i8th April, 1898, with
six Priestman's Dredgers at the mouth of the River Shirinashi.
Afterwards two Bucket Ladder Dredgers, two Sandpump
Dredgers, which were imported from Holland in July, 1899,
two excavating machines, erected in November, 1899, and two
other Self-propelling Bucket Ladder Dregers were added for
the Works, besides manual power adopted at several places.
The material dredged and excavated, after being transferred
into barges or punts alongside, is conveyed to its destination,
where it is either discharged into deep water outside of the
Jetties or de-
posited on the
bank by manual
labour. The
dredging capa-
city of the dred-
gers di H^ rs
somewhat a c -
cording to the
nature of the
bed, but in ge.
neral S a n d -
pump Dredgers
and Self-propel-
ling Bucket Lad-
der Dredgers

have a capacity of 480 cubic yards per hour, whilst two Bucket
Dredgers have a capacity of 160 cubic yards per hour, and the
Priestman's Dredgers 40 cubic yards per hour. The aggre-
gate volume of the material dredged up to the end of Septem-
ber, 1900, since the work commenced, amounts to 1,886,544
cubic yards.

RECLAMATION OF TEMPOSAN FRONTAGE.

The land reclaimed in this section has an area of i$6
acres, its surrounding dike extends to the length of 8,308 feet,
its height being proposed to be 9 feet above low water, with a

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^3 Tlie City of Osaka.

slope of I in I in the outer and i>4 in i in the inner side, and a
width of 6 feet on the top. The foundation work of throwing
down rubble and gravel was commenced on the ist January,
1899, and a large portion of the whole work has been finished.
The materials used up to the end of September, 1900, was 44,856
cubic yards. The reclaiming of this lot is now carried on by
the dredgers.

LOCK-UP OF THE RIVER AJI.

This work on the River Aji is the temporary masonry
dam, starting at the north extremity of Temposan reclamation,
and reaching to the starting-point of North Jetty, having a
length of 2,244 feet, a width of 6 feet at the top and a slope
of I in I on either side, and a height of 9 feet above low water.

This work is to prevent the silt carried by the flood water
entering the harbour during the construction, and when the
diversion of the River Aji, which is now being carried out by
the Government, is completed and the present river is canalized,
this lock-up will be removed.

TOTAL COST.

Estimated total cost for the work amounts to Yen
18,678,000, particulars of which are as follows : —

South Jetty Yen 3,871,248 .

North letty

2,312,639

Docks and Quays

209,580

Shore Protections and Dikes

404,679

River Aji Temporary Locking and

expenses for removing same, &c.

32,630

Dredging and Reclaimnig

2,037,000

Steel Piers

2,585,000

Light Houses

60,000

Bridges

IOO,IOO

Stores for Materials

100.000

I^nd purchased and Compensation

24,300

Workshop and Machinery

3,435,000

Surveying Expenses

700,000

Office Expenses

969,760

Contingencies

1,836,064

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Besides, above Yen 4,442,400 is required for the interest of
Public Loan Bonds, specially issued for this work, during the
course of construction, which, added to the working expenses,
makes the aggregate sum of Yen 22,490,400.

TRADE FACILITIES.

So as to give every convenience to their customers,
several stores and shops are gathered in the same street
forming a center of trade. The following are the most fam-
ous: —

Bonds, stocks, etc. brokers, Kitahama Itchome, Higashi-ku.

Books and Miscellaneous, Shinsaibashi-dori, Minami-ku.

Candy and Cakes, Matsuya-machi, „

Coal, Ajikawa-cho, Kita-ku.

Cereals and Rice Exchange Brokers, Dojima, Kita-ku.

Chemist and Druggist, Dosho-machi, Higashi-ku,

Charcoal and Wood, Nishi-dotonbori, Nishi-ku.

Cotton Goods and General Dry Goods, Honmachi, Higashi-
ku.

Foreign Fabrics, Fushimi-machi, Higashi-ku.

Fresh Fish, Zakoba, Kita-ku.

Furs and Leathers, Karamono-machi, Higashi-ku.

Furnitures, Dobuike, „

Furtilizer, Yeitaihama, Utsubo, Nishi-ku.

Indigo, Horiye, Nishi-ku.

Japanese Sundry Goods, Minami-kiuhoji-machi, Higashi-ku.

Porcelain and Potteries, Setomono-cho, Nishi-ku.

Second-hand Furnitures, Hachiman-suji and Zamano-maye,
Minami-ku.

Timbers, Nishi Nagahori, Nishi-ku.

Toys, Mido-maye, Higashi-ku.

Sugar and Painting Materials, Sakai-suji, Higashi-ku.

Stones, Nishi-nagahori, Nishi-ku.

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The principal sights of the City are as follows : —

This is the Shinto shrine dedicated to Suga-

tenma wara Michizane. The place is always crowd-

TKNjiN. ed, especially on the 25th of every month, by

pilgrims from the countries. The annual

festival is held on the 25th of July when a long procession

composed of followers of the ancient warriors, with armours,

spears, arrows take part. It is one of the interesting sights

of the kind in Osaka.

* * * *

The Government Mint is situated on the west
THE MINI. bank of the river Yodo being one of the three
famous mints of the world, established in
1869. All the coins of the Empire are struck here as well
as coins current throughout the whole East. A fine building
here called Senpu-kwan belongs to the Imperial Household.
The large ground is planted with cherry trees. These when
in full bloom are shown to the public for three days. In the
spring time Fine Art Shows are also held here and is permit-
ted the public to view on application.

The temple is situated on the east bank of the

SAKURANo- river Yodo, opposite of the Mint, dedicated to

Mi\A. Amaterasu-O-Mikami. It is noted for its

Cherry Avenue, the word Sakura-no-Miya means
the " Temple of Cherry," lit,, planted on the bank of the river.

The trees are
are in full
bloom in the
middle of
April. The
eastward of
the temple is
the field
planted over
grown with
rape -seed
plants, when
those flower
are in its best
in spring time

Sakura-no-Miva.

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THE OSAKA
CASTLE.

they seems as if the field is covered by yellow carpets, thou-
sands of people go there both by junk and by land. The
source of the Osaka Aqueduct is at the north of the temple.
* * * *
This is one of the places which is worth visit-
ing. The castle was built by the famous
warrior Toyotomi Hideyoshi, commonly known
as Taiko-san, in 1585 and was the grandest and
strongest castle in Japan. It was constructed within only two
years. Visitors will wonder how those huge stones have been
handled in such a short time when as little was known about
Architecture. The fortress and the annexed buildings were
destroyed by thej^
adherents of the
Tokugawa Sho-
gunate but the
inner moats and
the foundation
called Tenshu-
dai (Donjon) still
remain. The
huge stones
which form the
walls of the prin-
cipal gates are ^ nri^ ARAkTV castle and moat"

measured 40 feet deep and 100 feet in height attesting the
magnificent designs of Great Taiko.

The castle is now occupied by the Fourth Army Division.
Permission to visit the castle can be obtained through the
Welcome Society in Osaka or its branch at Kobe,

Is a public bazaar, erected in 1875, where

H/ KUiu rsiT. description of manufactured articles are offered

- for sale at fixed prices. Facing the entrance a

Fine Art Gallery is located where numerous

Ancient Fine Arts such as paintings, drawings, lacquer wares,

images of Byddhas, etc, are e^chibited,

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NAKANO-
SHIMA PARK

The park is situated on an island by which the
river Yodo, is divided into two streams. The
shrine caMed Hokoku-jinsha stands in the
center of the park. This was build in 1880 in
commemoration of the Great Taiko, founder of Osaka. Near

the temple
stands the
Osaka Club
Hotel which
affords the
most charm-
ing views of
the park at
the river.

There are
also many
small tea-
NAKANOSHiMA PARK. houses in the

park where refreshments can be obtained.

COMMEPCIAI-

MUSEUM.

Or the Osaka Shohin Chinretsujo was con-
structed in 1899 .with a view to promote the
interests of merchaitts' and manufacturers in
the city. Numerous kinds of manufactured

articles suitable for export as well as the newest foreign made

samples which can be duplicated in Japan are exhibited.

There are also sales rooms with fixed prices. Every body can

visit the place by paying a small fee.

This is the name given to the street beginning
from Hirano-machi in the north and ending
Yebisu-bashi reaching out a mile in length.
It is the most flourishing part of the city where
numerous kinds of wholesale as well as retail dealers such as
Piook-Sellers, Linen Drapers, European Sundry Goods Dealers,

SHINSAI-
IJASHI DORI

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Watch and Clock Dealers, Carpet Dealers, Tobacconists,
Photographic Apparatus Dealers, etc., are situated here on
both sides, forming as it were a large bazaar very convenient
for those who seek to purchase nick-nacks.

Or the " Theatre Street " is the most busy
and bustling quarter in the city. Among
many theatres the following are the largest,
Kado-za, Naka-za, Naniwa-za, Benten-za and Asahi-
The most busiest portion of the place is called

DOTON-DORI

VIZ.,

za.

DOTON-BORI, THE THEATRE STREET.

Sennichi-maye where a number of shows, jugglers, circuses,
singers, dancers, etc., take place from morning till night

The temple of Kozu stands on a hill on the

KO/u south-eastern part of Doton-bori dedicated to

jiNSiiA. the Emperor Nintoku who chose Osaka

bis residence. Extensive views over the city can be obtained

here, especially snow scenes are the most plentiful. The

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famous peoney garden known as Kichisuke is at the foot of
the hill which is visited by pleasure seekers in the end of
April. ^, ^ ^t #

A LITTLE south of Kozu temple, up a flight of
steps, stands a Shinto Shrine ol Ikudama.
The origin of the shrine is unknown. Pano-
ramic views over the city are also afforded
here. Thousands of cherry trees are planted on the temple
ground and in spring time many tea-houses which are tem-
porarily built are lighted with paper lanterns and attracts
many visitors in the evening.

* * * *

J miles South from the Osaka (Umedd) S.

The Buddhist temple of Tenno-ji, situated at the
Southern end of the City, is one of the oldest
temples in Japan founded by the Imperial
devotee, Shotoku Taishi, about 600 A.D. Here is the lofty five-
storied pagoda from the top
of which the whole city and
surrounded country can be
seen. Its wonderful con-
structure shows the Empire
made great improvements of
architecture even in the an-
cient period. Various trea-
sures are preserved in the
temple. Visitors can get in-
side of the Pagoda after pay-
ing a small fee.

1 IvNNOJI

The evening
excursion on
the river Yo-
cjo is one of the great plea-

RIVEK VV:\M.

THE PAGODA,

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sures of the citizens in summer time. The river is deep and
clean and the most suitable and crowded part is near the Naka-
no shima Park where the three longest bridges, viz., Naniwa-
bashi, Tenjin-bashi and Temma-bashi are spanned. In the
evening large number of people go there by junks floating
hither and thither enjoying the cool breeze from the river.
The sound of joyful music in Japanese and foreign, and the
crackling of fire-works seem to make them forget the heat
during the day time, so much so that the City is often called
the " Venice of japan."

WHERE TO MAKE PURCHASES IN OSAKA.

ANTIMONY WARES.

Kawasaki, Y., Minami Kyuhoji-machi Sanchome, Higashi-ku.
Oka Ihei, Nakabashi Hachiman-suji, Minami-ku,

BLINDS.
Shoyei Gomei Kaisha, Komatsuwara-cho, Kita-ku.
Naka Shozaburo, Higashi Sumiya-machi, Higashi-ku.
Ogawa Nihei, Hinouye-cho, Kita-ku.

BOOKS.

Maruzen (Osaka branch), Bakuro-machi Shichome, Higashi-ku.
Miki Sasuke, Kita Kyuhoji-machi Shichome, Higashi-ku.
Umehara, K., Shinsaibashi-dori Bingo-machi, Higashi-ku.

BRONZE WARES.
Shima Sabei, Awaza Shimo-dori Itchome, Nishi-ku.
Takao Sadakichi, Kawara-machi Shichome, Higashi-ku.

CONFECTIONERY.

Fugetsu-do, K5raibashi Shichome, Hlgashi-ku.
Imanaka Ihei, „ „ „

Kogetsu-do, Kasaya-machi, Minami-ku.

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EUROPEAN GOODS.

Araki, Minami Kyuhoji-machi Shichome, Higashi-kii.
Hirayama, C, Dosho-machi Shichome, „

Miura, M., Karamono-machi Shichome, „

FANS.

Takamasu, Y., Kita Kyuhoji-machi Sanchome, Higashi kii. «-

Morioka Takejiro, Nipponbashi-suji Nichome, Minumi-kii.
Inagaki Masahichi, Minami Kyuhoji-machi Sanchome, Higashi -
ku.

FINE ART CURIOS.

Yamanaka Kichirobei, Kitahama Nichome, Higashi-ku.
Yamanaka Kichihei, Korai-bashi Sanchome, Higashi-ku.
\'amanaka Yohei, „ Itchome, „

LACQUER WARES.

Kat5, B., Edobori Minami-dori Nichome, Nishi-ku.
Tanaka, S., Kita Kyutaro-machi Nichome, Higashi-ku.
Kurosaki, N., K5rai-bashi Shichome.

PHOTOGRAPHS.

Wakabayashi Ko, Kyomachi-bori Sanchome, Nishi-ku.
Katsuragi Yonekichi, Okawa-cho, Higashi-ku.

PHOTOGRAPHIC APPARATUS.

Ishibashi Matsunosuke, Daihqji-machi Nakano-cho, Minami-ku.

Kuwada Shozaburo, Andoji-machi Shichome, „

K5no Tahei, Andoji-bashi Shichome, Minami-ku. *

PORCELAIN AND EARTHEN WARES.
Yabu Meizan, Dojima Naka Nichome, Kita-ku. ♦

Tanaka, Y., Awaza Itchome, Nishi-ku.
Yamauchi, N., Kyomachi-bashi Nishizume, Nishi-ku.
Hayashi, H., „ „ „

Yokoyama, M., Shinmachi-bashi Nishizume, Nishi-ku.
Danto-kaisha, Awaza Shimo-dori Itchome, Nishi-ku. ^

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RUGS AND CARPETS.
Mitani, I., Honmachi Shichome, Higashi-ku.

SILK GOODS.

lida Shinhichi (Takashimaya), Shinsaibashi-suji Nichome, Mi-
nami-ku.

Mitsui Gofukuten, Korai-bashi Nichome, Higashi-ku.

S5go Gofukuten, Shinsaibashi-suji Itchome, Minami-ku.

UMBRELLAS, STICKS, Etc.
Inouye, Shinsaibashi-dori, Junkei-machi, Nigashi-ku.
Kawabata, T., Minami Kyuhoji-machi Nakabashi.
Minami, T., Kyuhojimachi Shichome, Higashi-ku.

WATCHES AND JEWELLERY.

Ishiwara Choji, Minami Kyuhqji-machi Shichome, Higashi-ku.
Kitade Sakujiro, Kita Kyutaro-machi Shichome, „

Shibutani Shishun, Kita Kyuhqji-machi Shichome, „
Tensho-ko, Shinsaibashi Kitazume, Kita-ku.

WINES AND PROVISIONS,

Meidiya, Hirano-machi Shichome, Higashi-ku.
Tomiya, Yodoya-bashi Minami-ye iru, Higashi ku.

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NO. 8, ITCHOMH, TATEMITSUaURA-MACHL

Telephone :
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NAGOYA, JAPAN,

LONG
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FIRST CLASS ACCOMMODATION
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• •••••

The Castle and Palace are now open to visitors and all
those holding permits ma)" inspect this famous old Structures
of Eeiidal times.

Permits can be obtained from the Legations at Tokyo.

T. TAKATA, proprietor.

PALACE HOTEL

HAQOYA^ JAPAN (Nkar the station).

FIRST CLASS

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ACCOMMODATION FOR FOREIGN
GUESTS.

. . . C. KOBAYASai, Proprietor.

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General Explanation of the Lines.

jjHE Company has a Main Line and five Branch Lines
as follows : —

MAIN LINE.

NAGOYA— MINATO-MACHI (Osaka),

The line starts from Nagoya, whence is connected with
the Government Tokaido Line, and calling at Nara and many
other important districts enters Osaka terminating at Mina-
to-machi (Osaka), affords shortest alternative Route to the
Government Line from Osaka to Nagoya.

BRA.NCH LINES.

K A M E Y A M A — T S U .

This line branches off the main line at Kameyama jet. and
runs to the town of Tsu and thence by the Sangu Railway
Line leads to Yamada by the through trains operating toge-
ther. Visitors to the Imperial Ancestral Shrines in Ise must
change car at Kameyama from the main line.

TSUGE— KUSATSU.

This line begins from Tsuge jct» of the main line and ends
at Kusatsu where it connects with the Government Tokaido
Line, affording the shortest route to Kyoto to those coming
from the eastern direction.

KAMO— SAKURA-NO-MIYA.

This line branches off at Kamo jet. of the main line and
entering to the city of Osaka runs to Sakurano-miya thence by
another branch line to Umeda (Osaka) where it is connected
with the Government Tokaido Line,

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This line branches off at 6ji jet. of the main line and runs
to Sakurai whenice it is connected with the Nara Railway Line
which reaches Kyoto via Nara.

TENNOJI— OSAKA (Umeda).

This line branches off Irom the main line at Tenn6}i jtmc-
tion, on the front side of the rear gateway of the Fifth Industrial
Exhibition, and, after running the bounderies of Osaka in a
semi-circle, ends at Umeda (Osaka) where it is conveniently
connected with the trains to Kyoto, Kobe, as ftir as Shimono-
seki (Bakan).

OSAKA

Is the second largest City of the Empire and the first im-
portant centre of commerce and industry. Particulars are fully
described in Route 3. Osaka is the western terminus of the
Kwansai Railway Lines. The company possesses nine stations
in the city, viz,, Minato-machi (the western terminus), Imamiya,
Tennqji, Momoyama, Tamatsukuri, Kyobashi, Sakurano-miya,
Tenma and Osaka (Umeda), thus connecting Minato-machi
with Umeda forming the Urban Railway, beginning from the
southern part of the City and running in a semi -circular direc-
tion meets the eastern boundary of the City ending on the
northern point.

Tennoji is located in the most favorite site to the Fifth
Industrial Exhibition which has its rear gateway opposite the
station, and a temporary station will be erected within the Ex-
hibition ground during the season as will be seen in the
company's railway map.

From Tennqji station, the connecting trains with those of
the Nankai Railway will be furnished and passengers going
to Sumiyoshi, Sakai, as far as Wakayama will find it most
convenient.

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The chief sights along: the lines are as follows : —

MAIN LINE.

MINATOMACHI— NAGOYA.

Distance from
Names of Stations. Minato-macki. Remarks.

MiNATO-MACHI. M. CH.

Imamiya o 76 "

Tennoji Jet 2 25

Hirano 4 59

Yao 7 35

Kashiwara Jet. ... 10 08 Change train to the Kanan Ry.

Oji Jet 16 01 Branch line to Sakurai.

Horiuji 18 20

Koriyama 22 47 -

NARAjet. 25 43 Change for Nara Ry.

Daibutsu 26 20

KAMoJct 31 53 Branch to Sakura-no-miya.

Kasagi 35 63

Okawara 39 15

Shimagahara ... 43 42 Alight. for T.sukigase, vi.sitois

from the west.

Uyeno 48 12 Alight for Tsukigase, visitors

from the east.

Sanagu 50 45

r Branches off to Ku.satsu,

TsuGE Jet 57 09 ^ where the line meets with the

\_ Government Tokaido Line. '

Kabuto 62 55 . .

vSeki... 66 03

Kamevama jet... 69 43 Change for Tsu and Sangu Ry.

Takamiya 75 10

Kawarada 79 31

Yokkaichi 83 54

Tomida 87 05

Kuwana 91 76

Nagashima 94 45

Yatomi Jet. 96 49 Change cars for Bisai Ry.

Kaniye 100 78

AiCHi 106 39

Nagova Jet 106 67

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DOxMVO-JI
TEMPLE.

iy^ miles f rout KasKiwara S^ also can be reached by the Kanan
Railway^ .- • -

The temple is located in the village of same
name and is dedicated to Sugawara Michizane.
It is said that Michizane bade farewell to his
aimt here on his way, banished from the Capi-
tal. Tiiere are many plum trees on the ground here and
attracts many visitors when in its full bloom.

OJI.
The branch line to Sakurai commences here and the
visitors to Yoshino-yama as far as to Mount Koya should
change train at this junction.

2]/^ iftiUs from ' Oji S. ''

On the top of Mount Shigi the temple of

KWANKi-iN Kwanki-in stands.. It is dedicated to Bisha-

TEMPLE. nionten which was made by the famous Prince

Shotoku. The place is famous as the scene of

a victory won by the Prince over the rebellion of Moriya.

(Famousfacts in the Japanese history).

^4 ///i'/e from Iloryu.ji S.

: The oldest existing monastery in Japan erected

HoRvu-ji by the Prince Shotoku and completed in 609.

temple ^^^ five-storied pagoda and several other
buildings which is nearly 1,300 years old, are
still kept in good preservation. The buildings are spacious
with elegant
workman-
ship. Special
attention to
preserve
these edifices
an,d trea-
sures includ-
ing manus-
ci-ipts, paint-
ings, relics,
h as bee n
taken by the
Imper i^l Go-
vern nier\t,

h6rvu-JI.

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The temple is alwavs shown to the public (except on certain
occasionj5), after paying a small fee to the custodian.
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/ mi4efrom Koriyama S,

This Buddhist temple was erected in 68i A.D.
VAKUSHi-ji. in the reign of Ernperor Teamu. The six-

storied Pagoda and temples are stiU preserved
The images are believed to be of very exquisite workmanship
and are often visited by distinguished artizans.

KORIYAMA.

Five miles from Nara was a castle town of Yanagi-
sawa family. There are many temples and shrines in the
neighbourhood.

NARA.

Inns: Kikusui-ro, Musashino.

JHE city of Nara is situated on tlie nordi-eastern corner
of Yamato province containing a population of 7,000.

It is one of the Old Cepitals in the Empire, the name
Nanto or Southern Capital was applied to the City. About
2050 years ago, the Emperor Kaikwa first selected here as his
residence, and afterward, some 1300 years ago, the Emperor
Genmei again removed his residence to this place, and several
Emperors have since made here the government seat (709 —
781) when Buddhism was very popular and large and splendid
temples were erected everywhere. Some of which still remain
to the present day. It has many places of historical interests
and is worth being visited by tourists.

The chief products are lacquer wares known as Negoro-
nuri, round fans, little toys, special kind of cloth made of
hemp called Nara Katabira ; tea and rice are largely culti-
vated, the former is exported in large quantities.

Among many objects of interests in Nara the following are
the most important : —

, On the right side of the step-road leading to

the public park a pond known as Sarusawa-no-

POND. r r r

Ike will be noticed. Number of caips, red
and brown, and tortoises can be seen here coming toward

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SARUSAWA POND.

the visitors
to get food
thrown them.
It is one
of the most
finest views
in Nara, es-
pecially so in
the qi6on
night it af-
ford s de-
li g h t T u 1
scenes.

K \slc;a One of the Shinto temples of the highest

SHRINK. Kwanpei Grade dedicated to Takemikazuchi-

no-Mikoto and three others founded in 768.
Entering by a large Ton'i several hundreds of lanterns made
of stone :iik1
iron can 1 )c
seen on both
sides. Thtse
are all lijcht-
ed*' once a
year when it
' affords pt^t'U -
liar views.
They nnm-
beronetliou-
sand of iron
and two
t h o u s a n ds
of stone.

KASUGA SHRINE.

After leaving the narrow road shades

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SACRED DEER.

trees on both
sides the tem-
ple is reach-
ed.

Numbers of ^x
Sacred Deer
can also be seen ^
along the road
and visitors
should offer
them a kind of
food which can
be got at the tea-
houses.

W AKAKUSA-
VAMA.

ly with the
dark ever-
green grove
of Kasuga.
Extensive
views of the
valley of the
river Kidzu-
gawa and
the plain of
Y a m a t o
over the
City can be
obtained.

nh;atsu-i>o.

Commonly known as Mikasa-yama, lies closely
to the north side of the Kasuga shrine. The
hill covered with green grass contrasts striking-

MIZUVA-BASHI, FOOT OF MIKASA-YAMA.
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Is led up to by a flight of stone steps
ascending the hill. The temple was erected
by a priest named Chujitsu Osho, some 1150

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years a«jo. It contains an ima^e of the Eleven-faced Kw innon
made of copper. Annual festival is held ist — 12th of March.
Charming views are also afforded from here.

The park is a general name including those
rum ic PARK, grounds of Kasuga, Todai-ji, K6fuku-ji and

many other temples.
55everal hundreds of tame deer can be seen here wandering to
and fro. Green grass on the flat ground with many flowers and
trees are found here most suitable for shades.

E-XIIIIJITION.

Art Goods,
chiefly
Buddha Im-
ages, can be
seen here .
The build-
ing was
erected i n
1 894 in
foreign
style.

The Exhibition buikling is also situated in
the park ground. Many precious old Fine

EXHIBITION.

iMK The famous Daibutsu, or Great Buddha, is

DAiiu Tsu. enshrined in the temple of Todai-ji, one of the

seven biggest temples in Nara. The temple

was founded in 728 by a priest, Ryoben, at the command of the

Emperor Sh5mu and the Daibutsu was also erected by the

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same Emperor^ The temple is 156 feet in heijjht, 290 feet

cast to west arid 170 feet south to north.

The casting of the
Daibutsu was first
commenced in 743
and completed
three years later
after several fai-
lures. The Bud-
dha is in a sit-
ting posture with
crossed legs upon
a lotus- flower.
The dimensions
TODAi-ji. are as follows : —

ft. iiu

Height 53 6

Length of Face 16 —

Breadth of Face 9 6

1 .ength of e y e -

brows 5 6

Diameter of nose

hole 3

Length of finger ... 4 %
Circumference of

fingers... 4 Y^

Length of eyes...... 3 ii

„ „ ears 8 6

„ „ breast ... 18 —
Circumference of

lotus 69 —

THE DAIBUTSU.

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lYz miles from Kasagi S,

Stands on the coast of the Kidzu-gawa which
MT. runs down the S. frontier of the province of

KAsAc.i. Yamashiro, overlooking the surrounding

mountain curves, and is mentioned in Japanese history as
the scene of the Emperor Godaigo's defeat on his attempt
to overthrow^ the feudal government of H5j6 " Regent "
by whom the throne and the nation were alike trampled
down. On one part of the level piece on the top of the
mountain stands a rustic temple of the same name of the moun-
tain which is preserved as a relic of the eminent temple which

was built by order of the Em-

pt^ror lenTim in ilie Haku-ho
period {7th Century) artmnd the
cliffs of the nionntain but unfor-
tunate* I V was htirnt dtm n hy the

MOUNT KASAGI AND ITS FOOT.

clif]

battle fire. Huge images of Ruddha are carved on the
rocks which line the path of the mountain.

This mountain has recently become a holiday resort of
Osaka residents, on account of the favourite views forming a
scene, like those often depicted in Japanese art ; the dwellings
are perched on the side of the steep hills on the opposite bank,
and the river flowing placidly below round huge rocks studded
with white sails of small boats.

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Below the railroad there is a fair tea and bathing house,
looking down towards the clear river and looking up the
rocky mountain which almost overhangs and threaten to fall

as it were upon the rails.

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/ mile from Okaivara S.

Situated in the village called Okawara mura
contains carbolic acid with a temperature of
45° F. and is most beneficial for stomach
diseases. They are used for bathing and
drinking purposes. The place is a favorite summer resort,
having an inn named Sessei-Tei from which extensive views

can be obtained.

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ly^ miles from Shimagahara S.

' A Buddhist temple erected by the command
of the Emperor Sh5mu some 1150 years ago.
It has many historical records.

ARI-ICHI
MINERAL
SPRTNC.

SMOGATSr
DO.

The name of Tsukigase is renown through-
Tsi'Kir.ASK. out the Empire for its plum-trees which

line the pretty dashing river named Nabari-
gawa to the length of 4 miles. In early soring when they
are in full
bloom thou-
sands of
trees grow-
ing on the
bank or on
the slope of
the m o u n -
tain seem
as they are
covered by
snow. They
are often tsl kinase.

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TSUKIGASE (another VIEW).

called Hi to-
me Senbon
and Hitome
Manbon (a
thousand
trees in one
sight and ten
thousand
in another
glance, lit.).
The sight
on going
up against
the stream
by the boat is especially panoramic, the shadow of the
trees reflecting upon the surface of the river. Visitors coming
from the east-ward direction should alight at the Uyeno station
and thence by jinrikisha the distance of 8X miles, and coming
from the western direction should alight at Shimagahara sta-
tion and thence by jinrikisha for 6 miles.

The Kwansai Railway Company discount the rate from on
or about the loth of March to the 5th of April every year for
the benefit of pleasure-seekers.

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UYENO.

The most flourishing town in the province of Iga, contain-
ing a population of some 15,000. It was the castle town of
Todo family, the high wall of the castle can be seen from
the car's window. The station of the same name stands at
the northern end of the town.

TSUGE

Is a small village noted as the birth place of Bash5,
a famous poet. His grave stands % mile distance from the
station of same name. The passengers for Kusatsa on tiie

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Government Tokaido Line should change train here to the
Kwansai Railway branch line.

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MOUNT The mountain stands on the boundary of Ise

suzuKA. a»d Omi provinces. It is the second steep

range on the Tokaid5 Highway having many

peaks with tall trees and deep valleys. The three tunnels

of the Kwansai Railway of which the longest lengthens to 3050

ft., pierces the steepest parts of the ascent,

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1]^ miles from Seki S.

FrDEsuTR- Though the mountain is not so high, it is full

YAM.\. ^^ fancy stones and rocks among which green

pines and maples grow thickly adding charms

to the views. Kano Hogen, a famous artist, is said to have

thrown ott'his pen when drawing this scenery and failed, hence

the name derived.

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l^ mile from Seki S.

A Buddhist temple belonging to the Shingon
sect, opened by the priest Gyoki som? 1150
years ?i%o. The image is said to have Ixien
honored l:)y the famous priest Ikkyu Sh5nin.

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KAMEYAMA.

A small town formerly the residence of Ishikawa family
in feudal days. The visitors to Tsu and thence as far as to
the Imperial Ancestral Shrines in Yamada by the Sangu Ry.
should change train here to the branch line of the Kwansai

Ry.

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YOKKAICHI.

The most flourishing sea-port town in the northern part
of Ise province containing over 30,000 PpiP^^jgitiQi^QM^ed for

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the production of Banko faience, marine products, cotton
thread, silk and tea. The port possesses very good steamship
communication, lying between Yokohama and Kobe.

Inns: Asahi-tei, Kotobuki-tei, Sansho-tei.
KOMoxo ^ FAVORITE summer resort lying on a hill

mi>ei;ai called Yuno-yama. The bath contains weak

spRixc; alkali and is beneficial for several kinds of

diseases, especially beriberi. The air is coo-
and the scenery very lovely, commanding extensive views of
the mountains of Owari and Mikawa province in the blue dis-
tance over the bay of Ise.

There is also a cascade. To reach the spring, jinrikisha
must be taken for a distance of ?>% miles from Yokkeichi
and thence by Kago to the spot.

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KUWANA.

Lies 14 miles away from Nagoya. It was the castle town
of Matsudaira family in feudal times. The population is 17,000.
It has extensive commerce, especially, the rice exchange ex-
ceeded those from olden times.

The Kiso-gawa and Ibi-gawa are the famous

KISOGAWA . , **^ 7 ^r . ,

rivers, the former runs between Yatomi and

AND

• Nagashinia S. and the latter flows between
Nagashmia and Kuniana S. Two long iron
bridges (2,843 ft- for the former, 3,262 ft. for the latter) are
spanned upon the river showing grand views.

2 miles from Yatomi S.

Is located along the bank of the branch stream

wisTiiiiiA q|- ^i^g river Kiso. The trees are of over 300

^^ years, its branches stretching 50 ft. in every di-

viOK I n/i . rection and the cluster is 3 ft. long under which

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number of benches are provided for visitors. The place is
crowded by sight-seers when in its full bloom-
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^ mile from Tsushima S. of the Bisai Ry,

A FAMOUS Shint5 temple erected by Emperor

TSUSHIMA Saga in 1228 dedicated to Susano-no-Mikoto

TKvipLE. and two other deities. The courtyard is very

spacious surrounded by stone walls and covered with tall old

trees.

The annual festival is held 14th and 15th of June by old
calendar.

THE CITY OF KAGOYA.

H^JHAGOYA ranks next to the three largest Cities
MflP (Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto) in Japan in its glorious
^^^^ prospect. It is the capital of Aichi prefecture. The
area is 3 miles E. — ^W. ana 2^ Miles S. — N. containing a
population of 250,000. It was the castle town of famous
Daimyo Tokugawa, one of the Three Great Families called
" Gosanke." Nagoya is noted for the production of porcelain,
cloisonne or Shippo works, as well as clocks, fans, handker-
chiefs and for its large and flourishing establishments of
cotton spinning and silk weaving. In the City there are
two stations of the Kwansai Ry., one is called Nagoya station
in common with the Government Ry. and the other Aichi
station only 29 chains distant from the former which affords
great facilities for travellers. Tourists for Vamada (Ise) and
Osaka via Nara must change train from the Government Ry.
at Nagoya station to the Kwansai Ry.

IMPERIAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES.

Aichi-kencho, Minami Kyuya-cho.
Post and Telegraph Office, Hirokqji.
Telephone Exchange „ „

Court of Appeal, Honmachi.
District Court, Higashi Sotohori-cho.

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Nagoya Municip«'il Office, Hirokoji.
Police Station, Hisaya-cho.
Third Army Division, within the Castle.
Aichi Prefectural Museum, Monzen-cho.
Nagoya Chamber of Commerce, Hirokoji.

HOTELS.

Nagoya Hotel, Tatemitsugura-cho.

Shinachu Hotel (Hotel de Progress), Hijie-cho.

INNS.
Shinachu, Tomisawa-cho
Vamada-ro, Sakaye-machi.
Marubun, Kamizono-cho.

FOREIGN RESTAURANTS,
Shinachu Hotel, Hijie-cho.
Kwairaku-tei, Tomisawa-cho.

JAPANESE RESTAURANTS.
Toyo Kwan, Maedzu.
Kawabun, Odawara-cho.

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The principal attractions in. Nagoya are as follows : —

/^ mile from Nagoya S,

N AC OVA This castle, which remains as one of the most

CASTi E noted structures in Japan, was built in 1610, to

serve as the residence of Tokugawa Yoshinobu,

second son of the Great Tokugawa lyeyasu, by the twenty

feudal lords each of whom contributed the necessary materials,

architects and masons from among their retainers. A pair of

Golden Giant Dolphins, known as " Kin-no- Shachi-Hoko,"

are here shown glittering all over the Owari plain from

the top of the glorious five-storied donjon with the

same splendor to-day as of yore. The Dolphins measure

8.7 feet in height and 7.3 feet in circumference. It is said

to have beep piade from old Japanese gold coins, valued

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some 3,200,000 yen. One of
them w.is sent to the Vienna
Exhibition of 1873.

The castle is now occu-
pied by the Third Army Divi-
sion and is made the De-
tached Palace of the Imperial
Household.

1% miles from Nagoya S.

Or Shinpuku-
or-u ji, is a Buddhist
k vwNoN temple dedicat-
ed to Goddess Kwannon made
by KoboDaishi. It is the
most popular resort having
bazaars, jugglers, etc. and is
crowded by thousands of
people both day and night.

THE CASTLE.

1% miles from Nagoya S,

A SHINTO temple dedicated to Tokugawa lye-
T6-ii5 (.V yasu, though not spacious is famous for its
iFMPiE painted carvings. The great annual festival

takes place on the 17th of May by old calendar, when a

long procession is held.

Eastern end of the City,

Or Five Hundred Disciples, represent Shaka*s
chief disciple. The images are mostly about
2 ft. high all brightly painted, some are smil-
ing, some solemn, some angry -no two j^re alike,

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The second large temple belonging to tlie

H iG sH I Eastern Branch of the Shinshu sect containing

H 0x0 A IS- J' numerous fine carvings, paintings, etc. Many

cherry trees are planted in the compound which is visited by

the residents during the season.

The Nagoya Museum is the emporium of
its^.HL^J Japanese Fine Arts and especially of industrial

products.

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Is the name given to the broadway com-
HrT<oK5 !i "fencing from eastern end of Sakaye-machi,
just front of the Nagoya station, leading to
Shin-yanagi-machi. It is the most busy and bustling quarter
containing bazaars, shows, restaurants and several other kinds
of business houses on both sides of the road. The electric
tram-cars are in operation on the road from the front of the
Nagoya station to the neighbourhood of the Frefectural
Government buildings.

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Is the annual festival held on the ground of
-.HoKCJN-s A I ^^ castle in commemoration of those who died

victims for the country. The annual festivals
take place on the 5th and 6th of November when horse-racing,
wrestling, fireworks, etc., are given, and the ground is crowded
by thousands of people from the neighbouring provinces.

sETo T^HE village of Seto lies 13 miles by a new
PORCELAIN line of the Chu-o Ry., north-east from Nagoya
WORKS, where the world renowned porcelain known
as " Seto-Mono " are turned out.

Tourists should pay a visit to the works where they can
inspect the interesting process of Japanese handiwork^

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THs The stone monument stands in front of the

MONUMENT, Nagoya Kencho. It was erected in comme-
moration of the citizens who fell victims in
the late Japan -China War, 1894-5.

THE MONUMENT.

WHERE TO MAKE PURCHASES IN NAGOYA.

BOOKS AND STATIONERY.

Maruya & Co., Honmachi.

CLOISONNE WARES.

Kawaguchi, B., Minami Kuwana-machi.

And5, A., Tamaya-cho.

Tsukamoto, J., Nakano-cho.

Kodama, S., Shimo Horikawa-cho.

Tomiki, S.,

Kumeno, T., Miwa-cho.

Suzuki, T., Yoko-Mitsuguro-cho.

Hattori, T., Shimo-Sonomachi.

Suzuki Sp Honda Bros. Co., Hirokoji-dori,

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CONFECTIONERY.

Hinode-Ken, Sakaye-machi, Hirokoji-dori.

CLOCKS AND WATCHES.

Hayashi, I., Honmachi Shichome.
Ooto, M., Tamaya-cho Gochome.

FANS,

Shibata, T., Yaoya-machi.

Kato, Y., Teppo^ho.

Mayeda, G., Honmachi-dori Gochome.

Kimura, S., Honmachi Sanchome.

FINE ART OBJECTS.

Nakariu's Fine Art Depository, Hirokoji, Shimada-machi.

CURIOS.
Asahina, Tamaya-cho,

FANCY GOODS.

Minoman Bazaar, Tomizawa-cho.
Umeya, Tamaya-cho Shichome.

PORCELAINS.

Kat5, S., Aioi-clio Sanchome.
Takito, M., Chaya-machi Itchome.
Tashiro-ya, Minami Buhei-cho Sanchome.
Matsumura Shoten, Minami Buhei-cho Sanchome.

SILK GOODS.

Kumazawa, S., Honmachi-dori Sanchome.
Wakayama, S., Honmachi Nichome.
Daimaru Shoten, Honmachi Gochome.

GIFU PAPER LANTERNS.

Suzuki, T„ Togiya-cho.
Nakamura, G., Kamisono cho.

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CHEMICALS.

Maruya & Co., Kyomachi Itchome.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS.

Suzuki, M., Higashi Monzen-cho.

WINES AND PROVISIONS.
Got5, K., Hirokoji-dori.

BRANCH LINES.

OJI — SAKURAI LINE.

Distance from
Names of stations. Oji, Renuirks.

Ojljct M CH.

Shimoda 4 07 Alight for Tayema temple.

Takada Jet 7 09 Change train to Nanwa Ry.

Unebi • 10 06 {^'ifJiu',°s.^'"'^'°'' ^'""""'^

( Visit Danzan-jinshaand Hase-

SAKURAiJct 13 II \ dera.

( Change train to Nara Ry.

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lYz miles from Shimoda S,

Or Tenriu-ji, is a Buddhist temple situated in

the village of same name erected some i,2op

years ago. Among many treasures " Mandara "

woven with lotus-thread by Chuj5-Hime, the most famous lady

in Japanese tragedy who ended her beauty in a tragical life.

It is a kind of Buddhist picture and is shown to the public.

TAKADA

Is the starting point of the Nanwa Ry., a small line of only
14 miles, to Gojo, where is again connected with the Kwia
Ry. which runs to Wakayama, in the province of Kii.

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Nanwa Railway Line runs as follows: —

Distance from
Na»ies of stations. Takaiia. Remarks.

TaKADA Jet M. CH.

Shinj5 2 07

Gose 3 60

Wakigami 5 66

Kudzu 8 27 Excursion to Yoshino.

Kitauchi 12 35

Gojo Jet 14 69 Change train to Kiwa Ry.

FuTAMi 15 67

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6 miles from Ktidzu S. of the Nanwa Ry.

The name of Yoshino is renowned throughout
CHERRY OF the Empire as the most famous place for its
YOSHINO. beautiful cherry blossoms and historical in-
terests. The place on the foot of the hill where
the road ascends is called Muda from which stone posts are
erected at every cho (about 1/15 of a mile) to mark the distance.
V/i miles up from Muda numerous old cherry trees can be seen
and % mile further on is a tea-house called Senbon no-Chaya
from which the most extensive views of the clouds of white
blossoms in the valley called " Hitome-Senbon " (a thousand
trees in one sight, lit) is afforded and further ascending
brings one to " Nanamagari-no-Saka " (Ascent of Seven
Turns, ///.) with a fine view known as the " Nippon-ga-Hana "
(the Flower of Japan, ///.). There are many temples and fa-
mous ruins of historic notoriety here.

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Kxcursion to the Mount Koya can be made from Koya-guchi
{Nagura) S. of the Kiiva Ry.

AscKNT OF Visitors coming by the Kwansai Ry. should
MT KOYA change train to the branch line at Ojijct. and
to the Nanwa at Takada and again change
cars to-the-Kiwa Ry; ^t Crojo jctv

Particulars are described in Route 6 — Kiwa Ry. Mne. _ ^t _

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rU MULUS OF
KMPKROR

JIMMU.

K ASH 1 WAR A
JINSHA.

/ mile from Unebi S.

The Tumulus of Emperor Jinmu, the first
Emperor of Japan, is situated in Kashiwara
village of Yamato province. It was first en-
closed in 1863 and the outer stone fence dates
from about 1877. The ground is very clean though thickly
wooded, comprising extensive space.

* * * *

About 3 cAo south of the tumulus stands the
Shint5 Shrine of Kashiwara dedicated to Em-
peror Jinmu. The densely wooded hill seen
ahead is called Unebi -yama, constantly men-
tioned by early Japanese poets. It is said that the first Capital of
the Empire was situated there. The elegant building covered
by thick wood is regarded as Holy, showing the Emperor's
great sway. ^ ^ ^ ^

y^ mile from Sakurai S.

One of the most perfect specimens of Shint5
architecture, stands on the slope of Mt.
liNsHA. Tono-mine er ecti^d some 1200 years ago in

honour of Fujiwara Kamatari.
The splendid shrine and the
elegant pagoda, thirteen-
storied high, as well as the
deep mantle afforded by the
thick forests give at once im-
pression of delight and charm
as one views the scene. There
are many cherry and maple
trees here which attracts
pleasure-seekers when in
their best.

2y2 miles from Sakurai S.

One of the
HASE-DERA. niost Striking ||

temples situat-
ed high up on the slope of
Mt. Hase. It was founded by

TONO MINE.

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HASE-DERA.

To kudo She-
ll i n some
jiSo years
a 1^ o . The
con?it ruction
is of good
\v c> J k m a n -
ship And con-
tains many
precious
treasure?. It
commands a
lovely view

of the wooded valley and also is noted for its peoney fjowerp,
and attracts many visitors in spring time.

KAMO-SAKURA-NO-MIYA (OSAKA) LINF.

Distance from

Names of Stations. Kama. .

Kamo M. CH.

Shinkidzu 3 65

H5sono 6 51

Tanabe 11 11

Nagao 15 08

Tsuda 17 05

Hoshida 20 28

Shijonawate 23 31

Suminodo 25 48

Tokuan 28 t8

Hanaten 29 31

Amijima (Osaka) ... 31 72

SaKURA NO-MlVA

(Osaka) 32 72

Remarks.

Alight for Hachiman tem^
pie.
Visit pear garden and

waterfall of Kuraji.

Visit Shij5nawate-jinsha.
Visit Hozanji temple.

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OTOKO N'A.vTA A FAMOUS Shinto temple of the Kwanpei grade
11/ cH I MAN- i standing on a wooded hill (300 ft. high) situated
c;u. at Yawata-cho of Yamashiro province, is dedi-

cated to Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingo and Tamayorihime. The
architecture is grand and splendid workmanship, ornamented
with gold and silver which makes the model of the old fine
arts. The g^utters of the temple is said to have been made
of gold.

The neighbourhood of the Tsuda station is all
the pear garden and the number of trees are
counted over 30,000. In spring time when they

PKAR-

GARDKN OF

KUKA)].

are in their full bloom the train
seems as if it runs through a
flower-tunnel and attracts number
of sightseers.

In the neighbourhood is a
waterfall known as Kuraji-no-Taki
which makes a favorite summer
resort.

% mile from Shijonawate S.

SHI J 6- A FAMOUS Shinto '

NAWATK Shrine situated on

jiNSHA. the west flank of the

Mt. limori in the province of Kawa-

chi. It is dedicated to the famous loyalist Kusunoki Masatsura,
son of Kusunoki Masashige, The place is the battle stage
where Masatsura and his family fought the fierce battle against
Ashikaga clan. The structure is of splendid workmanship
and the temple ground is spacious and commands a grand view

KURAJI WATERFALL.

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NAWATE-JINSHA.

War. Masatsura's tomb is also erected 3
the station.

c/io

over the vast
plain of Set-
tsu province
To the west
of the shrine
stands a
sword - shap-
ed m o n u -
mentmadeof
bronze erect-
ed in com-
memoration
of the late
Japan -China
north-west of

Stands on the Mt. Ikoma which is the bound-
hSzan-ji. aries of Yamato and Kawachi provinces. The
temple is dedicated to the God Fudo. The
ground is extensive and contains number of flower trees.
Lovely views can be obtained here.

TSUGE-KUSATSU LINE.

Distance

Names of statio)t„. front Tstige.

TsUGEjct M. CH.

Fukawa 7 66

Ktbukawa Jet... 9 40

Mikumo 12 50

Ishibe 17 II

KusATsuJct 22 49

Remarks.

Connects with the Omi Ry.

Connects with the Govern-
ment Tokaida Line.

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KIBUKAWA STATION.

The station is in tlie village of the same name in Omi pro-
vince. Being the terminus of the Omi Ry., the tourists going
to Hikone should change train to that line.

KiGEN-ji The temple is situated 4^ miles away from

TKMPLE the Takano station on the Omi Ry. It is a

Buddhist temple but is more renown for its

maple scenes in Autumn, when the leaves turn to scarlet. The

place attracts many visitors.

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KUSATSU STATION.

The terminus of the branch line of the Kwansai Railway
connecting with the Government Tokaido Line. Visitors to
Kyoto must change train here.

KAMEYAMA-TSU LINE.

Distance
Names of stations, from Kdmeyama. Remarks.

KaMEVAMA Jet M. CH.

Shimonosho 3 36

Isshinden 7 42 Alight for Senshu-ji.

Tsujct 9 52 Visit public park and tem-
ple.

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I cho from Isshinden S.

This temple, the headquarters of the Shin
sKNSHiu) 1 . Takata sect, was opened by the venerable priest^

Kenshin Daishi. The image is Amida, made of
gold. The main hall and other temples are decorated richly,
and the spacious ground is always crowded by the people ad-
hered to the sect.

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T S U .

|SU, situated on the middle part of Ise province, is the
capital of the Miye prefecture. In feudal days it was
the castle town of Todo's family whose ancestor Taka-
tora was a noted General under the Great Taiko and lyeyasu.
It is a very nice City and possesses prosperous business both
on land and
at sea. The
population
is 30,000 with
some 6,000
houses. A-
m o n g the
interesting
objects, the
Park is well
laid out on a
hill with ex-
tensive public park.

grounds where formerly stood a villa of the Daimyo^ and
still is picturesque, commanding fine landscapes. Kwannon-
ji is a Buddhist temple situated in the center of the city con-
taining a stone image which is said to have been brought out
from the sea in 1709. Its coast, offering a view of a dream
of beauty from the mountains of the provinces of Owari and
Mikawa floating on the blue sea, is lined by fine pine trees
and is perfectly suited to enjoy an excellent sea-bath.

Through train, connecting with the Sangu Ry. carries
passengers to Yamada. Passengers need not change car at
this station. For Sangu Ry. see Koute s*

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YAMADA, ISE, JAPAN.

QUIET AND HOMELIKE.

EXCELLENT CUISINE.

CHARGES MODERATE.

THIS FIRST CLASS HOTEL is beautifully situated on the
top of the hill and commands extensive views of the vicinity.

Visitors to the Imperial Ancestral Shrines, Futanii Sacred
Rocks, Mt. Asama, etc., should not miss to call at this Hotel
where quick and clean Jinrikishas are always in attendance.

Excursion to the port of Toba (9^3 m.) where fishing ot
Awabi (Lingah) cauj2:ht by Japanese women dashing into
the bottom of the sea, is the most interesting amusement.

W- KOMADA5(5t>5^f«-

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Distance

// om

Names of Suitions

7su.

Tsujct

CH.

Akogi

Takajaya

Rokken

Matsusaka

Tokuwa

Oka

Tamaru

Miyagawa

Sujikaibashi

Yamada

Remarks.

f Karasii sea-bath to le visit-
\ ed from this station.-

KARASU
SEA-BAI H

2^ miles from Takajaya S.

Karasu is a general name given to a portion
of sea-shore near Takajaya station, stretching
about five miles and facing the Bay of Ise.
It is a very good
seabathing re-
resort in sum-
mer. A number
of inns are avail-
able for ac-
commodation
of visitors, of
which those
named " Matsu-
sakaya " and
"Hinodekwan"
are among thu

best. KARASU.

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Uji-YAMADA, a local prosperous town with
a population of over 3o,0(x>, is the southern
terminus of the Sangu Railway Line, situated
at the south-eastern corner of the Province of Ise. This town
being the seat of the Imperial Ancestral Shrines, thousands of
pilgrims proceed thither from every direction of the Empire.
The chief products of the locality are tea, paper, tobacco-
pouches made of imitation leather, lacquer wares, paper um-
brellas and several kinds of shells as well as many religious
pictures and articles used in the Shinto worship. The Goni-
kwai Hotel, about half a mile distant from Yamada station, is
situated on the top of a hill commanding a good view. There
are also many other good inns.

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GONiKWAj On the entrance to the Gonikwai Hotel, there
BAZAAR. is a large building of semi- European style

where all the products of the Provmce of Ise
are exhibited and sold at fixed prices.

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Geku or the " Outer Temple " is situated at

the southern end of the town. The Temple is

dedicated, to the worship of Toyouke Daijin^ and

ranks, with the Naiku to be hereinafter described, at the head,

of all the Shinto
temples and
Shrines in Japan.
These two tem-
ples, from an-
cient times, are
respected in the
greatest degree
by the people of
Japan, and are
really believed
as the fountain
of the patriotism
GEKU TEMPLE. of tliC nation.

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The profound reverence with which they look up and pay hom-
age to these temples is quite beyond description. The Geku
was founded in the 22nd year of Emperor Yuryaku (478 A.D.),
and subsequently from the reign of EmperorTemmu (7th century)
it was made an established rule that these two temples should
be reconstructed every twenty years, making every part of the
new buildings exactly the same as the old. Hence the archi-
tecture is of the oldest and simplest style, no painting nor
carving entering into the construction. Except a few gold
covers at the end of the chigis on the ridge of the roofs, there
can be found nothing ornamental enough to attract a visitor's
eye. The Gegu ground covers 203 acres comprising the
" Shin-en " or Divine Park with its magestic wood of pine,
ceder, cherry, willow, etc.

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AOFicui ^^^ Nogyo-kwan or Agricultural Hall is on
Tf'RAL Toy oka wa St. near the temple ground, where

HALL. various agricultural products as well as im-

plements for farming, fishing materials etc. are exhibited as
specimens. Admission tickets can be obtained for a small fee.

The Isuziigawa. is a .little jiver. flowing bv the
^"* Naiku (Inner Temple). The water is so clear

jsuzu GAWA. ti^at ^^ flgh can be plainly seen swimming
therein. The Naiku stands on the right bank of the river,
which a wooden bridge called " Uji-bashi " (300 ft. long) spans.
It has been customary from olden times for visitors, when
passing the bridge, to amuse themselves in throwing coins to a
number of poor people waiting under the bridge each with a
round net fastened at the end of a long bamboo pole to catch
the coins.

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The " Inner Temple " stands at the foot of a
NAIKU. hill named " Kamijiyama " on the right bank
of the Isuzu-gawa, and is distant about 2 miles

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Irom the Geku. It is dedicated to the worship of " Tenshoko
Daijin," who is believed to be the First Ancestress of the
Japanese Imperial Family, and thus is regarded as the most
sacred place in the Empire. The Temple was removed hither

from Kasnnui in Yamato,
in the 25th yearof Empe-
ror Suljin (4 H, C). After

NAIGU AND ISUZU-RIVER.

I>jissin^ the
U j i - b a s h i
and t ]i e
lartje TtJm
standin;^ at
t It t- en-
trance of
the " Shin-
en "or the Divine Park, pilgrims go down the bank to the
river and clean their hands and mouth by way of purifying
their persons before worship. The "Shin-en" is t wide and
extensive garden, well laid out, CDvering nearly 6 acres. At
the right side of the walk a pine tree planted by the Crown
Prince and two Krupp cannons brought from China in the late
Japan-China War can be seen. The Temple ground comprises
about 105 acres. A speci?l sacred Dance called " Kagura" is
performed at the Temple by the virgins for a charge ranging
from five to twenty yen.

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The pass behind the " Shin-en " of the Naiku
ASCENT , , ,, .

QP leads to Mt. Asama. After ascending 50 cho

MT. ASAMA. (about 3>^ miles) up from the foot, the summit

can be rerched. There is another way (much easier one) to

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reach Mt. Asama. \'isitors may take the direct pass from
Fiiru-ichi, near Gekij, to Asama-mura, as far as which village
jinrikisha can be available, thence only lYz miles to l)e ascend-
ed on foot. The
mountain Is
1700 ft. above
the sea level.
On the very
summit of the
mountain there
is a Japanese
Hotel by name
of "Tofuya."
From the vesta
of the Hotel a
grand and ex-
tensive view
can be fully ob-
tained, as many as eighteen Provinces falling into visual field,
to which fact the Hotel's another name " Ju-hasshu-tei " owes
its origin. The Buddhist temple at the top of a peak half a
mile distant from the Hotel, dedicated to Kokuzo-bosatsu,
was erected in the time of Emperor Kimmei, dating back to
the sixth century. From a platform called " Fujimidai " not
far from the temple, Mt. Fuji can be seen when the weather is
clear. The mountain and its vicinity are particularly noted
for the abundance of cherry trees and maples, so that enjoy-
ment of visitors is doubly increased with the splendid
blossoms in spring and the brilliant crimson of Autumnal
leaves. From Asama-mura jinrikisha can be taken to the
Futami Sacred Rocks.

MT. ASAMA.

KUTAMIGA
URA.

FuTAMi-GA-URA is a general name given to
the sea-shore north of Mt. Asama. Near a little
promontory called Tachi-ishi-zaki, at the eastern
end of the shore, stands two famous Sacred Rocks. The

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larger one is 29 ft. and the other 12 ft. in height; a straw rope
called "Shi-
menawa " is
stretched
from one end
to the other.
On a summer
morning, the ^f '^i
sun rising
from beyond
the sea and
between the
Sacred
Rocks gives
a wonderful-
ly beautiful sight often " pictured " by artists. Thousands of
people resort here to see this glorious scene of the Rising Sun.
It is also a favourite sea-bathing place, and has two or three
inns thereabouts.

S,\LK!Ll.f RUCKS.

HiNjnsu-

kWAN.

FuTAMi-GA-URA has a handsome public hall
called " Hinjitsu-kwan," which was erected
in 1S86 by the " Shin-en-kwai " or the Divine
Parks Association (a body of members united for the com-
mon object of preservation and improvement of the Divine
Parks) for the purpose of supplying a comfortable place of rest
to the members of the Association as well as men of rank.
It was honoured by the visits of late Empress Dowager and
the Crown Prince. There are many precious old fine arts
exhibited in the Hall, to which visitors can be admitted for
inspection on payment of a small fee.

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Miy^ko Hotel

Telephone Nos. 421 & 338.

. , . . . A New and Strictly First-CIass Hotel in
KYOTO, JAPAN.

DELIGHTFULLY SITUATED,

ELEGANTLY DECORATED AND APPOINTED WITH
LATEST IMPROVEMENTS.

HOMELIKE AND COMFORTABLE,

CLEAN AND QUIET.

Excellent Cuisine and Efficient Attendance. Moderate Tariff. %

KIOTO, JAPAN

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Distance from

iVames cf Stations.

Gojo.

Goj5 Jet

CH.

Futami

Sumida

Hashimoto

Koyaguchi (Nagura)

35 ]

Myqji

Kasada

Nate

23 i

Kokawa

78 ^

Uchida

Iwade

04 i

Funato

Fuseya

Tainose

Wakayama

19 ^

Kemarks,

Excursion to Mt. Koya.

Alight for Imoseyama.
Visit Kokawa-dera.

Alight for Negoro-yania.

Visit Wakayama and vici-
* * * ♦ nity.

Chief places to be visited from the Kiwa Railway Line
are as follows : —

yyz miles from Koyaguchi S.

. ASCENT The best way to proceed to the famous RIt.
OF Koya is to alight at Koyaguchi station from

mt. KOYA. which a new road was opened lately. Jinriki-
sha can be taken as far as Shiide, 3% miles from Nagura S.,
thence to proceed on foot.

K5ya-san was founded by Kob5-Daishi (founder of the
Shingon sect), one of the most famous Buddhist priests, in
816 A.D., under the command of Emperor Saga who made a
grant of land for the purpose to establish a grand monastery
there. KoyaSan is only the name of the mountain on
which it stands. It is one of the oldest temples in Japan and
is so full of interest that it even surpasses Nikko in celebrity.
Visitors to Japan should not fail to pay a visit here.

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KONDO.

Amono; many buildings on the mountains the following are
the most famous : —

Daiwony or the Entrance Gate, loo ft. in height had been
first erected in 1230 but subsequently was destroyed by fire in
168S and
the pre-
sent one
was re-
built in

1705-
Kongo -

Buji is
the grea-
test and
most
hand-
some

temple in the mountain, adorned with gold sliding screens
painted by Kano Tannyu and other leading artists.

Kondo or Golden Hall had been first erected in 819
under the special order of Emperor Saga but destroyed in
i8t3 and was rebuilt in 1852. The architecture is of ex-
quisite workmanship, the interior being coated with gold.
The temple ground is fully planted with cherry trees.

Daito or Grand Pagoda, 160 ft. high, was also erected by
Kob5-Daishi.

Miyei-do is a Hall where Kobo-Daishi used to meditate

and preach his religion.
His portrait, painted by
Sliinnyo Shinno (a Royal
Prince), is kept here.

Okimo'in stands in the
thickly wooded forest.
Valuable treasures, manu-
scripts and relics are kept
in this monastery, among
which the most famous is
fi collection of eight-thou'

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MIVej-DO,

114 Tlie Kiwa Railway Line,

sand scrolls of the Buddhist scriptures written in gold letters
and ornamented with silver designs.

,^ The hosts ^ in this temple furnish food and lodgings to
visitors, but for foreigners luncheon baskets should be pre-
pared from their hotel, because the people in the temple are
all vegetarians. The service in the room are done by bonzes,
no woman b^ing admitted there from ancient times. There
is -no fixed charge for board and lodging, the fare being left
to the lodgers* liberality.

In connection with the coming Fifth National Industrial
Exhibition, the Monastery has a plan to collect from all the
temples in the mountain hundreds of ancient manuscripts,
pictures and productions of fine art comprising a number of
national treasures, all being the rarest and most precious
antiques in Japan, to exhibit them in a temple called
" Muryqju-in " lor inspection of visitors for the period of sixty
days from the i6th April to the 15th June, 1903. During the
same period the following six important religious ceremonies
are to be conducted at the Monastery with an exceptionally
large attendance of priests specially summoned for the
purpose from many thousands subordinate temples in all
localities of the Empire : —

Mant6-ye, Sh6mivei-ku, Omandara-ku, Shari-ye,
Daisegaki-ye, Danjo-ye.

lyz miles from N^ate S,

A SMALL island in the river Kino-kawa which
runs between Kasada and Kokawa stations
It is . often called Funaoka-yama, from the

shape of the island which resembles a junk. Delightful

views can be enjoyed here.

KOKAWA- y^ mile from Kokawa S.

A FAMOUS Buddhist temple founded in 1770

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A.D. in time of
Emperor Konin,
is dedicated to
the Senjii Kwan-
noHi The rno-
nastery is in
possession of
many treasures
and manu-'
scripts

KOKAWA-DERA.

NEGORO-
YAMA.

2 miles from Iwade S.

The temple was founded by Kokyo-Daishi
in 1 125. It is dedicated to Fudo Son whose image is famous

as being the handi-
work of Kobo-
Daishi himself-
The temple had
once so flourished
that the number
of subordinate
temples had
counted over 2700
at the time of
Toyotomi Hide-
I yoshi, but it was
almost destroyed

NEGORO-YAMA.

by the fierce battle in 15S5.

What now remains is only a

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pnrt of the old Temple
ground. There are thou-
Stinds of cherry trees here
and attracts many people
during: the season.

4 wiles from lVa/^aya7na S. of
the Kiwa Ry.

The teitiple
is situated on

the slope of Mt. Nagusaand

is dedicated to God Kwan-

non. •

(Fully described in Route

8 und^r the heading ofWaka-

yama).

KTMH-DKR\.

WAKANO-
URA.

PAGODA, NEGORO-YAMA.

Lies 3 miles south-west of Wakayama, and is
a famous sea-side- resort. (Particulars are
given under the heading of Wakayama in

Route 8).

In returning, the visitors should take the Nankai Ry.

which connects Wakayama with Osaka, calling at many

celebrated places en route.

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SHIOMI-BASHI (OSAKA)— NAGANO.

Distance from
Names of Stations, Shiomi-bashi. Remarks,

M. CH.

Shiomibashi I 01

Kidzii<?awa i 01

Katsuma 3 00

Sumiyoshi 4 10 Alight for Sumiyoshi temple.

Sakai 6 71 Visit the City of Sakai.

Nishimura 10 27

Sayama 12 45

Takiya 15 24 Alight for Takiya-fudo.

Nagano Jet 17 31 Visit Kinkei Mineral Spring,

Kwanshin-ji, etc.

At Nagano station the train connects with the Kanan Ry.
as far as to the Kvvansai Ry. in Oji station.

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The chief sights along the line are as follows :—

2 cho from the station of same name.

One of the most popular temple belonging to
suMrvosHi ^^^ s\vm\b sect. The park, thickly wooded
iHMi'LK. with pine trees, is on the opposite side of the

temple. See Route 8 — ^The Nankai Railway Line,

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Sakai is the most flourishing town in the
province of Izumi. Among the chief sights are
the temples of Sugawara, Aguehi, Myokoku-ji, the park of
Ohama, etc. See Route 8 — The Nankai Railway Line.

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SAYAMA yi "'^^^ from Sayama S.

POND. It is said to be the first pond dug out in the
Empire and the biggest of its kind.

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TAKIYA
FUD6

/% juiles from Takiya S.

One of the three God Kud3s in Japan, his
visited by hundreds of devotees every day,

* * * *

^ mile from A'agmio S.

MINERAL 1 *^E spring is a good resort, densely wooded

SPRING and with clear water. The neighbourhood is

OF KiNKEi. noted for its mushroom and is visited in

Autumn by large number of people who proceed " mushroom

hunting."

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KWANSHIN- ^^^ miles from the Nagano temple,

Ji' The temple stands in the densely wood

where the mound of the
well known worrior Kusu-
noki Masashige can be seen.

KWANSUIN-JI.

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TKMPLE OF
KONGO-JI.

contains many
treasures of the
Nancho dynasty.

The iCoya Raiiway Line,
2]^ miles from Nagano S.
The temple is situated on the Mt. Amano and

SH I J I u- 7 ''"^""^ -^''^^' Nagano S.

HACHi TAKi. Or Forty eight waterfalls is in the village of
TakilKtta, in the province of" Kawachi. The number of falls are

counted 48 whence the name
is derived and the sight of
the falls are all not alike.
The mountain abound in
maple trees and is a good
summer resort most suitable
for Autumn excursion.

GOKO WATERFALLS.

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Distance from

N'a/nes of Statiofts.

Namba,

Remarks.

Namba

CH.

Tengachaya

Sumiyoshi

Visit Sumiyoshi temple.

Yamato-gawa ...

Sakai ...

Visit Sakai and vicinity.

Minato

Hama dera

Alight for Hama-dera park.

Otsu

Kishiwada

Excursion to Ushitaki water

Kaidzuka

falls

Sano

Tarui

Ozaki

Hakotsukuri

Fukehi

1 \ r A ¥^ A T 7 A Ik if A

VV AKAYAMA

(Kitaguchi)

Visit Wakayama and vicinity

SUMIYOSHI
TEMPLE.

2 cho Jrom Sumiyoshi S.

One of the famous temples in Osaka and
vicinity, dedicated to three Gods, which is much
frequented by thousands of people especial Ij'^
on the ist of every month. On the outside are numerous stone
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lotus, across which a semi-circular bridge is spanned. An-
nual festivals
are held on the
31st July and ist
August. Near the
temple is an ex-
tensive garden
thickly planted
with tall pine trees.
There are many
tea-houses here
which attracts
many visitors from
Osaka who make
excursions thither.

SUMlVOSin-JINSlIA.

SAKAI

Is a large manufacturing center with a population cf
50,000. The town, extends 1)4 miles east to west and 2 miles
north to south. It has an extensive trade with other parts of
the country, and foreign vessels sometimes get into the har-
bour, but owing to the shallowness of the stream, commerce
gradually diverted to Osaka, but it still stands as the most
important town of industry. The principal products are cotton
and jute rags which are exported abroad in large quantities.
There are many factories for making bricks and Japanese sake
here. Cutlery is also manufactured here from ancient times.

GOVERNMENT SERVICES.
City Hall, Tonobaba.
Police Station, Ichino-cho.
Telegraph Office, Shiku-in.
Post OfHce, Kumano-cho.

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Among the places to visit the following is the
MOST important : -
1^2 w/A' from Sakai S.

Is the name given to the southern shore of the

5«ama pakk. town facing to the bay called " Chinuga-ura "

having fine views of Awaji island to the west,

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The Naukai Railway,

It is a good sea-
bathing resort and
largely visited by
Osaka people in
summer. There
are many restau-
rants and inns pro-
viding hot sea-
bath, and catering
good meals,
among which can
be recommenced
the Bokai-ro, Ichi-
riki, Kawayoshi,
Maruman, and a few others.

OHAMA.

X early a milt from Snkai S.
MYOKOKU-ji j^ELONGS to the Nichiren sect founded in
TEMPLE. J ^^2 by a priest named Nikko.

In Hondo (main temple) stands images of Nichiren

and Nikko and
there is a three-
^^toried Pagoda
here which was
i-arved by Hida-
ri-jinK:tJro. A fa-
me ^us huge Sago-
j>alui, r8 feet in
height, was plant-
ed by Miyoshi
Vukiyjuiu some
300 years ago.
This stands at the

SAGO PALM.

back of the main temple.

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A BEAUTIFUL Shinto Shrine. It has a well laid

SUGAWARA

TEMPLE. owt garden comprising 4 acres with tall

trees and poiKl||
which give charm j
ing views.

SUGAWARA-J INSH A.

AC uc H I y^ mile from Sakai S,

jiNSHA. Commonly known as Otera-jinsha, is said to

from C o -
rea. In the

have ]>eL-n fouiuIt*ti by
Ihe famous Km lire ss
Jingo after her triumph

AGUCHI TEMI*t,E AND
PAtiAUA.

compound
there are
tea-houses,
shows, etc.
and the place
is the most
busy and bust-
ling quarter.
Annual festi-
V a 1 takes
place on the
1 2th of Sep-
tember.

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Thi Nankai Railway Line.

TUN4ULUS OF
EMPEROR
NINTOiCU.

moat.

2 miles from Sakai S.

The Tumulus of Emperor Nintoku stands
in a thick wood, surrounded by a double

H\MADERA
PARK.

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Close to the station of the same name is an ex-
tensive park, covering nearly 15 acres, sandy
aud thickly wood-
ed with old pine
trees. Many tea
houses and inns
are situated near
the beach. This is
a favorite sea bath-
ing resort in sum-
mer time.

7 miles Jrom Kishi-

wada S. HAMADERA PARK.

usHFTAKi There are two temples belonging to Shin-
WATER FALLS ^*^" ^"^ Tcudai sect, and also three big falls
of which the biggest one is 40 feet in height.
The mountain is full of maple and cherry trees, and attracts
many visitors in spring and autunm. It is a favorite summer
resort.

WAKAYAMA

Formerly the castle town of the famous prince of Kisliiu,
one of the high ranks called " Gosanke," descended from the
eighth son of Shogun lyeyasu, is now the prefecture of Kishiu
province.

It is the most nourishing town in the Nankai districts
containing over 60,000 inhabitants. The town is lY^ miles
E. — W. and 2 miles S. — N.

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GOVERNMENT SERVICES.

Prefectural Government, Nishi Nagisa-machi.

District Couf t, Niban-cho.

Police Station, Nishi Nagisa-machi.

Post and Telegraph Office, Kyobashi Minamizume.

INNS.
Fuji-ken, Mayeda, Aritaya.

FOREIGN RESTAURANT.
Shuga-tei.

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The principal product is cotton flannel " Kishiu-nel " so
called, the weaving was first invente* there and largely ex-
ported throughout the empire as well as to China, India,
etc., other products include lacquer ware which are largely
exported, " Monpa-ori " (a thick cotton stuff) ; Japanese Um-
brellas are also made here in large numbers.

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CASTLK. Situated in the middle part of the city, erected
by Toyotomi Hidenaga, younger brother of
Taiko, in 1585. The architecture is of very exquisite taste
and the building is of three-storied high, standing in the
densely wooded hill. It affords a very extensive panoramic
view over the city and vicinity.

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WAKAYAMA Is on a hill called Okayama-cho. Here is a

PARK. monument in connection with the JapanChina

war ; the tablet was written by Prince Arisugawa

Akihito. A big building called Tokotokwan is used as Social

Hall. A temple named Akanomiya stands on the south-west of

the park.

KiBflii-DKRA. A Buddhist temple lying about 4 miles south
of Wakayama ; is the second of the 33 Holy

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The J^ankai Railway Line,

places of Kwan-
non. The main
building was erect-
ed some 300 years
ago, while the
" Sanmon " (main
gate) 400 years be-
fore. Extensive
views of neigh-
bourhood as well
as the islands of
Awaji and Toga-,
shima can be seen
here in the blue distance.

KIMII-DERA.

toshOgu.

A Shinto shrine, generally known as Waka-
no-Omiya, dedicated to Minamoto lyeyasu,
erected in 1620. The building is of handsome
design. The interesting festival called " Waka-matsuri " is held

on the 17th April
every year (by old
calendar). It is said
to be one of the
three important
festivals in Japan.
A long procession
of pageant in pecu-
liar dress takes
place when crowds
TOSHO-GU. • of visitors from

every part of the country assemble to commemorate the event.

WAKA-NO-
URA

Is a general name given to a narrow and
sandy peninsula more than a mile, upon which
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little bay and is-
lands, renowned
among Japanese
from olden times
for its beautiful
sceneries. The
principal places to
be visited at
Wakanouraare as
follows :—

Askide-no-ura^ a
restaurant called
Ashibeya provides
hot sea-bathing
and fresh fish ; Imoseyama,
Shio-i^ama^ a

WAKANO-URA.

a temple Yqju-ji built in 1654;
Shinto shrine frequented by many people ;
Tamatsushinia, dedicated to Empress Gingo ; Tenmaitgu temple,
dedicated to Sugawara Michizane ; Dtshima ; and Gongen-yama.

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CITY OF KYO'TQ,

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KYOTO. JAPAN.

This First Class Hotel is beautifully situated in a
% garden near the Imperial Park, fifteen minutes' rides

from the Station, and commands extensive views on
% all sides of the mountains and scenery for which Kyoto

is famous.

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i in Summer while the annexe j
{ l)uilding being of brick and ■
] fitted with open fire-places, i
I insures every comfort during j
i the Winter months. 1

The Hotel is furnished in '
European style and elecri-
cally lighted and every at-
tention paid to the comfort
and convenience of guests. :
The cuisine is in charge of
a qualified chef and the '
wines are of the best.

K. INOUYE, - - - Proprietor.

MODERATE CHARGES THROUGHOUT.

ktterpretert fn««t iFalns on r«o«tpt of Utter or tologram.

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THH CITY OF EYOTO,

I^^YOTO was the old Capital of Japan for nearly 11
^P centuries until 1 okyo become the seat of the Govern-
ment in 1869. The Emperor Kwammu selected the
place as the Imperial residence in 1791 A.D. It is sometimes
called Saikyo (Western Capital) since the court was removed
to Yedo, and Yedo in turn was named Tokyo ( Eastern Capital)
so as to distinguish from the Western Capital.

Well wooded mountains guard the three sides of the
City, and in the lower slopes of these are many famous
temples and shrines of skilful architecture containing many
historical traditions. Kyoto abounds in many beautiful views

which affords great in-
terest to visitors. The
river called Kamo-gawa
flows through the east-
ern part of the City
across which a dozen
big bridges are spanned,
among which the most
important are called
numerically as Nijo,San-
j5, Shijo and Gojo
bridges. The San jo
Bridge is the most fa-
mous of all, being 378 feet long and 25 feet wide, near
which are many inns, restaurants, tea houses, etc. The City
is divided into two districts, viz., Kamikyo-ku (Upper) and
Shimokyo-ku (Lower), the former extends about five miles

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134' "^^ ^ity 9f J^yoto.

E. — ^W. and two miles N. — S. ; the latter is about 2]^ miles
square. The streets are nicely and regularly laid out nearly
in right angles.

The climate of Kyoto is usually mild, the highest being
36° and the lowest 11° 9^ The most pleasant season for
visitors to Kyoto is in April or May and from the middle of
September to the end of November.

Kyoto is noted for its Fine Art, Curios and manufactured
articles among which the most important are cloisonne and
bronze wares, embroideries, brocades, cut velvets, porcelain
and pottery, inlaid works, etc.

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IMPERIAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES.

Kyoto Fucho (Prefectural Government), Shimotachiuri Shin-

machi Nishi.
District Court, Maruta-machi Tominokqji Nishi.
Post and Telegraph Office, Higashi-no-Toin Sanjo.
Municipal Office, Kawara-machi Sanjo Agaru.
Gojo Police Station, Kiya-machi Gojo Agaru.
Telephone Exchange Office, Sanjp Higashi-no-Toin.

BANKS. '-

Kyoto Boyeki Ginko (Trading Bank), Teramachi Shijo-sagaru.

Daiichi Ginko (Kyoto Branch), Toraya-cho, Karasumaru-dori.

Hyaku Sanju Ginko (Kyoto Branch), Yanagino-bamba Sanjo
Agaru.

Kitahama Ginko (Kyoto Branch), Karas.umaru Shichijo-sagaru,
Konorke Bank "(Kyoto Btanch), Karasumaru Shij5 Nishi.
Mitsui Bank (Kyoto Branch), Shin-machi Rokkaku-sagaru.
Nippon Ginko (Kyoto Branch), Fuya-cho Higashi-no-Toin

Agaru.
. '; : , HOTELS.

Yaami Hotel, Maru-yama.

Miyako Hotel, Yoshimizuyen, Awata.

Kyoto Hotel, Kawara-machi, Sanjo.

INNS.
Hiiragi-ya,
Sama-bun.
Nakamura-ro,

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Special objects of interest in Kyoto are as follows: —

Central part.
Shimogamo-jinsha.
\ftkado's Palace,
Kyoto Exhibition.
Nij5 Palace.
Higashi Hongwanji.
Nishi Hongwan-ji.
Tqji.

Eastern side of
the City.
Ginkaku ji.
Heian Jingu.
Eikwando.
Nanzen-ji.
Chioin.
Gion.

Maruyama Park.
K6dai-ji.
Kiyomidzu-dera.
Nishi Otani.
Daibutsu dera.
H5koku-jinsha.
Imperial Museum.
Sanjii Saiigen-do.
Senju-ji.
Inari temple.
Tofuku-ji.

AMUSEMENTS.
Miyako Odori or Cherry Dance.
Evening Excursion of Shijo.
Shin-Kyogoku.
Theatricals.

Western side of
tJie Citj\
Daitoku-ji.
Tagano-o, Maki-
no-o and Takao.
Kinkaku-ji.
Hirano temple.
Kitano temple.
Arashi-yama.

. Or the Eastern Hill, is the general name given

higashi- to the hills ranging to the east of the City.

YAMA. Commonly it is said that it possesses 36 peaks.

On the slope of these mountains many of the most noted

places are situated.

* * * *

Noith^ast end of the City,

When Ashikaga Yoshimasa retired from his

ginkaku-ji pQg^ qJ- shogunate, he erected a building in

SILVER 1479 on the other side of the City in imitation

pavillion. of Kinkaku-ji (Gold Pavilion) which was

constructed by his predecessor Yoshimitsu. The buildine

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Tfu City of Kyoto,

is 21 square feet, of two-storied, where Yoshimasa studied Bud-
dhist scripture and spent his life. In the building there are
the images of Kwannon and Yoshimasa, the latter carved by
himself. A small room
9 feet square, was nse.'d
for tea ceremony, Jjuilt
by Soami, a fanions
teacher of tea cere \\\ o n s ,
where contains screens I
painted by Mavu>am.i
Okyo and Kano lloto-
nobu.

The garden is hf fiuli-
fully laid out, thtnti;fi[|
smaller than that of the
Kinkaku-ji, planned by

Soami containing many odd shaped rocks which the Daimyo
of that time presented to him.

Over the pond called Kyoko-Ike four bridges are span-
ned. After visiting the buildings and gardens visitors are
introduced to a tea-room where they are furnished with tea
and cake.

GINKAKU-j

HKIAN JINGU.

Ohtza^i-cAo.

The temple was inaugurated in 1895 i"
commemoration of the Emperor Kwanimu,
who selected Kyoto as the seat of Go-
vernment, removing from Nara, after which it continued
for many centuries as the Capital till it was transferred to
Tokyo in 1868. It stands in an excellent position surrounded
by many thick forests at the back ground, while the Biwa
Canal, which connects Lake Biwa and Kamogawa, flows in
front. The ground includes i2>^ acres to the north of the
Fourth Industrial Exhibition sites. In front of the shrine,
there is a Memorial Hall called " Daigoku-Den," built in 1895
when the celebration of the 1100 anniversary of the founding

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of the City took place. The building^ is no fert long 40 feet
deep and 54 feet high. The roof is supported by four rows
of pillars. The building is a reproduction in a small scale
of H5riu-ji temple in the province of Yamato.

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Xorth of Nanzen-ji.

A Buddhist temple of the Jodo sect founded

KiKWAN-Do. bv Shinsho Sozu in 855. The Emperor Y5zei

made it an Imperial temple in 877. In the nth

Century an image called Mikaeri-no-Amida (The Amida

Looking Backward) was
replaced from the Im-
perial Palace. The
main temple and Soshi-
do are on the mountain
side, the former was
brought from Osaka by
Toyotomi Hideyoshi
(51 ft. by 42 ft ) and the
latter was rebuilt in
1497 and contains many
images. The place is
famous for the lotus
flower in summer and the maple tints in Autumn which at-
tracts many visitors.

EI K WAN- DO.

JE^ast side of Hiro-michi,

One of the five chief monasteries of the Zen
NANZEN-JI. gg(,^^ erected in 1293 and burned in the 15th

Century but reconstructed in 1606, The main
gate called Sammon is 68 feet by 34 feet. A famous stone lan-
tern here, ornamented with a dragon, is over 20 feet high. The
Butsu-den, or Buddha Hall, on the east of the Main Gate (78
feet by 65 feet) was rebuilt in 1609 by Hideyori and contains
images of Shaka, Fugen and Monju. K6chi-in, in front of the

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Main Gate, is noted for its Kikuno-ma or Chrysanthemum room
as it contains beautiful flowers painted by Kano Yukinobu.
Among the treasures, the mountain scenery by Emperor Kiso,
a landscape, and the portrait of a Chinese Emperor by Cho
Denshu are noted. The ground are planted with old pine «

trees affording fine view.

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South-west of Nanzen-ji, *

The chief monastery of the Jodo sect situated

CHioiN. upon the slope of Higashi-yama, founded by

Enko Daishi in 121 1, was damaged several

times by fire ; the present buildings were constructed in

1630 by Tokugawa lyemitsu. Hondo, or the Main temple, is

146 feet by 114 feet, a tablet hung from the ceiling was written

by Emperor Gonara (1527 — 57).

The famous " Chioinno-Karakasa " (an umbrella) is
under the eaves of the gallery in the south-eastern corner.
Behind the main building, the Assembly Hall, is connected by
corridors, and the floor of all corridors are so constructed that
when walking a sound which is said to resemble singing of
" Uguisu " (Japanese nightingale) is produced. The Dai Hojo,
or Main Hall, to the east of Assembly Hall is decorated by
many rich paintings of which the most noted are " Nuke-
Suzume " or escaping sparrows, lit,^ it is said the sparrows
flew through the screen after it had been completed, and
" Happo-Nirami-no-Neko," or every-direction-looking cat, lit.
On a platform south-east of the main building stands an enor-
mous bell tower contributed by lyemitsu, 11 feet high, 9 feet
in diameter, 9>^ inches thick and weighing 74 tons.

Along the avenue leading to the main gate is full of cherry
trees and attracts many pleasure-seekers when they are in their
*^st. » .jt « «

East end of Gion-niachi, foot of Higashi-yama.

G I ON OR A Shinto shrine founded by the Corean em-
VASAKA bassy in 656, but the present temple was con-
TKMPLE. structed by Tokugawa Shogunate in 1654.

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YASAKA TEMPLE.

There are many subordinate shrines here. The regulr»r festival

known as Gion Ma-
tsuriy is held from
lylh to 24th of July
every year. These
are the most popu-
lar fastivals in Kyo-
to worth seeing.
The splendid pro-
cession with enor-
mous seven spears,
musical instru-
ments, etc., accom-
panied by Mikoshi^
parade the streets

from the shrine to the Otabi-sho (resting place) in Shijo on the

first day and returns on the

14th. The most conspicuous

objects in the procession are

eleven lofty cars drawn by

oxen. The streets are crowd-
ed by people. The ground

comprise three pcres where

many tea-houses are found

everywhere, also many shops

and shooting-galleries, afford-
ing favorite resort for Sunday

pleasure-seekers.

Western base

mil.

MARUYAMA
PARK.

0/ the Eastern

GION FESTIVAL.

One of the most attractive places in Kyoto com-
prising nearly 21 acres of ground. The Yaami
Hotel is delightfully situated in the grove on

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THK GION
CHBRRY.

MA RU YAM A PARK

the mountain side comprising picturesque views of the whole
City. There is a peoney \- t^ — ^ ■■■' "' - — t't^^^^^^tep^
garden crowded by
many visitors in early
summer. A well known
restaurant called Hira-
no ya is there where
many kinds of chrysan-
themums are cultivated
and shown to the guests.
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A M ONG

man y
cherry

trees planted in the park this is the biggest and oldest one
situated on the slightly elevated ground. The tree is more

than 20 feet high and its
dropping branches
spread over a space of 20
square feet. In sprin.cr
time they are covered
with pink flowers mov-
ing to and fro by the
breeze. In the evening
torches are lighted and
the place is crowded by
many visitors. It is
GION CHERRY. commouly called the

" Night Cherry of Gio.i."

South-west of AFaruyama.

A Buddhist temple belonging to the Zen sect
k5dai-ji. established in 1605 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi's

widow, Kitano-Mandocoro. It is noted for con-
taining many relics of the Toyotomi family. In 1863, the
principal building was destroyed by some Ronins, There is

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a garden with a pond and small islands ; and a bridge there is
called Kwangetsu-Dai where Hideyoshi is said to have admired
the sight of the moonlight there- The Main Hall is 48 ft. by
40 ft. while the back portion is called Shindo where is hung
the picture of a dragon painted by Kano Motonori ; the
censer, octopus-shaped, was brought back by general Kato
Kiyomasa from Corea. Among the treasures are sixteen
roll-pictures representing Sixteen Rakan by Zengetsu Daishi,
a hearth border in gold lacquer, etc.

Maisiiwara st .

A Buddhist temple dedicated to Kwannon,
KiYOMiDZU- worthy of visiting. The Hondo, or Main Hall,

DERA. ^as built in imitation of a Palace, 85 feet by

74 feet. The temple is situated on the hilFside and com-
mands an extensive view of the city and vicinity.

The festival is held on the 17th of every month and is
crowded by thousands of people. To the east of the Main
Hall is the well known waterfall called Otowano-taki.

On both sides of the roads leading to the temple many
earthen-wares known as Kiyomidzuyaki are sold.

West of Kiyomidzu-dera.

The temple was transferred here from Chio-
NTbHi jjj ground in 1603 by Tokugawa lyeyasu.

ofANi. Here is the tomb of Shinran Sh5nin, a revered

priest. Within the gate are the Main Hall, Drum Tower, etc.
There are plenty of cherry and maple trees and lotus in the
pond near by which attracts many visitors when in their full
bloom.

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A Oreat Buddha, first erected by Toyotomi
DAiBursu. Hideyoshi, in 1586, in imitation of Minamoto
Yoritomo who had been projecting to con-
struct a Daibutsu in Kamakura. It was destroyed by

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earthquake in 1596, and rebuilt by Toyotomi Hideyori in
1614, son of Hideyoshi, but again destroyed by earthquake in
1662. The present image was rebuilt in 1801 but it is only
the head and shoulders made from wood, the height is 42 feet,
the width of face 24 feet and the length of face 30 feet. Near
by is a gigantic bell built by Hideyori, 11 ft. high, 9X ft. in
diameter, 11 inches thick and 63 tons weight.
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HdKOKU

jiNSHA. A Shinto shrine dedicated to Toyotomi

Hideyoshi. The present building was erected in 1880. The
elaborate gate was curved by Hiii^ri Jingoro, a noted artist.
The general is buried in the Amida Hill near to the temple.
Annual festival is held on the i8th September. Opposite
the shrine stands Mimidzuka, or Far Mound, where thou-
sands of ears of Coreans, which Hideyoshi's soldiers brought
home as trophies of victories in Corea, are buried.

YamatO'OJi st.

The ground includes 25 acres of which the
IMPERIAL building occupies about % of an acre. Nine
MUSEUM. rooms are used- for paintings and seven other

rooms lor ancient fine art objects. It contains model speci.

mens for industries, materials tor historical investigation,

maintenance of old temples, etc.

One ol the old Buddhist temple in Kyoto
SANju-SAN- dedicated to Kwannon, God of Mercy, erected
gen-do. i^y Tairano Sadamori in 1 132, by comnwind of

Emperor Toba, he was to put looi images of the Eleven-faced
Kwannon here. The building is 396 feet in length and 57 feet
breadth. Emperor Goshirakawa commanded Tairano Shige-
mori to erect another building of same dimensions to
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The building was des-
troyed two times by fire.
The present edifice
was constructed in 1266,
in the center is the im-
ages of Thousand-hand-
ed Kwannon (18 feet
high) made by Tankei,
and many other Kwan-
nonS are arrayed here.
The rear verandah is
full of marks made with
arrows, it was used as a
place for archery practice by a priest and afterwards con-
tinued by many samurai to exhibit their skill.

SANJU SANGEN-DO.

Was first founded by Kobo Daishi and rebuilt
SKNGU-ji. by Fujiwara Otsugu in 855. (ietsurin Daishi

made it the seat of the Tendai, Shingon, Zen
and Ritsu sects in 12 18. The Butsuden (57 feet by 51 feet)
was built by Tokugawa lyetsuna during 1661 — 1670. It is said
to be one of the best architectures in Japan containing many
images. The ground includes 36 acres planted with many
pine trees and quietly located, and is fitted as the burial place
of many Emperors, the ex-Emperor Komei is also buried
here.

Closed to the Inari S. of the Government lokaido line.

The temple is situated on the Inari hill to the
east side of the Fushimi road. It is a Shinto
shrine worshipping God of Rice. The present
building was erected in 1438. Close to the station the large

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The City of Kyoio,

INARI TEMPLE.

red Torii stands on the
entrance. There are
many subordinate
shrines and pilgrims who
often make a circuit of
these shrines are called
Oyama-meguri. About
half way up the hill fine
views can be obtained
where many tea-houses
are located. The ground
abounds in mushrooms
and are visited by peo-
ple in Autumn for hunting them. The regular festivals are
held from April to May. On both sides of Fushimi road out-
side of the temple earthern images called Fushimi-ningyo

are sold.

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k6fuku-ji. O^b. of the celebrated monasteries in Kyoto
1 belonging to the Buddhist temple of Zen sect,

built by Kuj5 Michinaga in 1255, but most of the buildings

were destroyed by fire
in 1881. The ground in-
cludes 46 acres and the
compound is full of ma-
ple trees. It is one of
the most noted places
for maple tints in Kyoto.
The trees are grown on
both sides ol the gallery
over whicha w6ll known
bridge called " Tsuten-
TSUTEN-K YD. kyo " is Spanned. In Au-

tumn the compound is

crowded by pleasure-seekers, to enjoy the charming view of

crimson tints of the maples.

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SHI MO KAMO

TEMPLE.

Shimo fCamo Village^ Just north of the C{ty\

One of the 22 greatest Shinto shrines. The
temple was first built in 676 A.D, There are
two main temples, with many subordinate
shrines, both of them
are 25 feet by 19^ feet.
The festival called Aoi-
matsuri is held on the
15th of May annually
when a procession is
formed from the Im-
perial Palace with
high officials represent-
ing the Emperor attend-
ing, followed by many
people dressed in anti-
que costumes.

AOI FESTIVAL.

Middle part of the City facing Northwards.

THE Commonly called Gosho by Japanese, com-

MiKADo's prise 26 acres surrounded by roofed wall mud-
PALACK. plastered, having six gates. The open space
between the palace

the wall was

formerly
used, as the
residence of
Court ; N o -
bles but was
turned into
Imperial
Gardens in
1878 in which
many public
buildings
were con,
structed.

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The City of Kyoto,

The Palace built at first was very small so a much larger
one was constructed in 1593 by Toyotomi Hideyoshi (Taiko)but
it was destroyed by fire in 1854 and the present building was
reconstructed by lyeyoshi two years later. The Palace is
consructed of Hinoki wood and roofed with its bark.

The Palace is surrounded by spacious gardens beautifully
decorated. It is not open to the public except by special
favour through the foreign legations sometimes. Only the
outside ground can be viewed.

South-west Comer of the Imperial Park,

THE The buildings are entirely in Japanese style

KYOTO interspersed with gardens where there are

EXHIBITION, n^any tea-houses for visitors. The grounds

comprise i2>^ acres. Exhibitions are held for one or two

months in March or April every year.

THE NIJO
PALACE.

In N'ijOy west of Hongivan-ji.

The castle was first built by Oda Nobunaga
in 1569 but was destroyed by the rebellion led
by Akechi Mitsuhide, the present edifice was
rebuilt by Tokugawa lyeyasu in 1601. After the Restoration
it was used for the Pre-
fectural Government Of-
fice, but in 1SS3 it was
taken by the Imperial
Government and made
one of the Detached
Palaces. It is beautifully
decorated in exquisite
workmanship and archi-
tecture of feudal times
with elegant walls, cei-
lings, etc. Nijo pa:

tJO PALACE. T

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Karasumaru st.y near Skichijo Station.

The temples belong to the Otani branch of
HI GASH I ^y^^ S\\m scct founded by Tokugawa lyeyasu
HON(iAN-ji. jj^ j^2. The buildings were burned out
four times, the last conflagration occurred in 1864 when a
greater part of them were destroyed by the " Choshiu Samurai "
who attempted to obtain possession of the Palace and to secure
the Emperor. The construction in this gigantic and magnifi-
cient work was completed in 1895. It has great influence among

the people and when-
ever these are to be re-
constructed subscrip-
tions are given by devo-
tees. There are two
large temples called
Daishi-do (Founders
Hall) and Amida-do.
The former is the
largest temple in Japan
measuring 230 feet by
112 feet; the number of
pillars are 232 and the
tiles on the roof 175,967 pieces ; the latter measures 147
feet long and 133 feet deep with 70 main pillars and 108,329
tiles. The ground includes 14 acres. To the east of
the temple a nice garden (7 acres) called Sliosei-yen is
laid out.

HIGASHI HONGANjr.

Ilorikawa st.

NISHI

The headquarter of the Hongan-ji branch

of the Shin sect, founded by Shinran Shonin.

HONGAN-jr. r^^^ ^,^ building was destroyed by fire in

1617 and the present edifice was erected in 1618. In 1602,

Tokugawa lyeyasu built another temple and called it Higashi

Hongan-ji, thereafter the sect was divided into^ Eastern

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andWestetn branches. They contain many images and pic-
tures. A Bell-Tower there was built in 17 lo and also a
noted gate known as *' Karamon " contains handsome carvings.
There is a very beautifully laid out garden called Tekisui-yen
planted with large trees, and odd rocks with ponds and
springs. An iron basin to wash one's hands was presented by
Kato Kiyomasa, brought from Corea during his expedition
there. ^ ^ ^ ^

Nishi-Rokujo and Omiyast.y south-west end of the City.

It belongs to the Shingon sect, the present
TOji. building was constructed in 1661 by Tokugawa

lyeyasu. There is a celebrated five-storied pag^oda, 22 feet
square and 234 feet high, but it has been burned several
times by lightning and was afterwards rebuilt. Among the
treasures the most noted are pictures of seven abbots painted
by a Chinese artist, 5 pictures of Godaison by Choga, 2
folding screens executed by Kose Kanaoka and Motomitsu.

Cion Ifanami-koji.

Or the "Cherry-Blossoms Dance" is the pecu-
^ * * liar dance performed at Kabu-Renjo (Dancing

ODORi. Hall) in Kyoto. These are always held in

April for about three weeks (geiierally 3rd — 23rd). It con
sists of 10 " Geishas," 10 girls and 32 dancing-girls. The ten
*• Geishas " sit in the righthand of the stage with Simisen and
the other ten girls beat drums and Tsuzumi on the left hand
while 32 dancing-girls proceed slowly along the Hanamichi
where they perform their dance. The scenery on the stage
is beautifully decorated and are changed several times during
the performance. The visitors in the first class are intro-
duced into the special waiting room where the girls serve
them with tea and cake.

There is also a dance of the same kind called Kamo-
gawa-odori held in the same season.

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In summer evenings the neighbourhood of
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EXCURSION Sanjo and Shijo Bridges presents hvely ap-

OF SHTjo. pearance. Hundreds of temporary booths are

erected by many tea- houses upon the shoal
and out into the clear stream. Every one of the booths are
decorated with paper lanterns and when the moon does not
shine they are lighted and afford picturesque views. Thou-
sands of pleasure-seekers spend pleasant recreation here
enjoying cool breeze and picnicking, where Geishas and dan-
cing-girls wait upon them.

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Lying between Sanjo and Shijo streets.

SHIN This is the most lively and bustling portion of

K YOG OKU. ^h® City. There are various shops here and

theatres, jugglers, story- tetters, photographers,

restaurants, etc., and the localities are crowded by thousand

of people day and night.

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c^woArr^D The origin of Japanese theatres is attributed

^ j'vPANBSE to Kyoto. A man named Nagoya Sanzayemon,

THEATRES. gathered boys and girls who could dance, and

had theatrical picnics with platform on the

grass, hence the name " Shibai " (sitting on the grass) was

introduced. The principal theatres in Kyoto are : —

Gion-za, Hanami-koji, Gion-^machi.
Minami-za, East end of Shijo Brtdge.
Sakai-za, Shin Kyogoku, Shijo agaru.
Tokiwa-za, Shin Kyogoku, Sanjo sagaru.

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North-west of Kyoto,

It is one of the Imperial temples founded in
DAiTOKU-ji. j^23 but was destroyed by fire in the 15th

century and rebuilt in 1473. The grounds
comprise 27 acres thickly covered with tall pine trees thus

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The City of ICyoio,

making a good retreat. There are several famous gates.
Shinjuan is a famous building, the residence of Ikkiu
Zenshi, a well known priest, containing his statue. There
are many collections of treasures, of which dragon and tiger,
and monkeys and storks, etc., are the most noted.

TOGANO-O,

MAKINO-O

AND TAKAO.

These places are known for their maple tints,

all being situated closely in North west end

of the City.

ToGANO-o a stream called Kiyotaki runs
on the bottom of a valley and on both sides are immense
number of maple trees. When in Autumn the valley
turns crimson. The famous

Hakuun-kyo

bridges called

(Bridge of

White

Clouds)

are built

across the \

valley.

Makino-o

situated to

the south-

w e s t of

Togano-o,

a temple

there is called Saimio-ji. It is a quiet and attractive resort.

Taka-a south-west of Makino-o along the bank of the
river. The west bank of the valley is full of maple trees where
in Autumn when the leaves change their color the valley looks
as if clothed in a rich brocade. A little way up is a res-
taurant called Momiji-ya (maple-house) where visitors can
take tiffin or lodge a night and enjoy the picturesque scenery
of the valley by the morning. There is a temple known as
Jingo-ji founded by Wake-no Kiyomaro. The scenery from

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the broad platform on the side of the Hill is said to be the
grandest among the three noted places.

North'ivest of the City,

One of the most famous temples in Kyoto,
KiNKAKU-ji. belonging to thie Zen sect, built by Ashikaga
Yoshimitsu in 1397, After his resigning the
Shog^nate he retired here so as to spend his life, having
become a Buddhist monk. He built a very splendid and
well laid-out garden (18 acres) with a large pond known as
Kyoko-ike in which contains three miniature islands and

many peculiar - shaped
stones here and there,
On the north side of the
pond he constructed a
Three-Storied Pavilion.
38 feet in length, 28 feet
broad and 42 feet high,
beautifully ornamented
in gold. On the roof is
a bronze Phoenix. In
the first storey are the
images of Amida, Kwan-
non and Seishi carved
by Unkei, and a statue of Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, the founder
himself In the second storey the images of Kwannon made
by Eishin Sozu and Shi-Tenno by Kobo Daishi are placed.
The third storey is the Kinkaku proper, its ceiling (made of a
single plank of camphor-wood) and railings, etc., are em-
bellished with gold, but very little now remains. In the
garden is a famous camelia tree and a noted pine tree called
Rikushu-no-matsu trimmed in the shape of a Japanese junk.
There are also many buildings within the enclosure containing
ancient treasures which the public who visit the place are
shown. .

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KINKAKU-JI.

15J The City of Kyoto,

Southwest of the Kitano temple.

The present main temple was erected in 1626.
In front of the shrine is an oratory commonly

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known as " Oratory of Jointed Wood " because
it is made of various kinds of wood fastened together show-
ing great skill of architecture. The ground includes 3 acres
where numerous cherry trees are planted, and in spring time,
especially in the evening, it is crowded by many p^ple who
throng there to see the blossom. The irisis in the pond
are also attractive in the early summer. Annual festival is
held on the 2nd April.

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Western extremity of Imadegawa st.

This is the most frequented Shinto temple,

KITANO

dedicated to Sugawarano Michizane. The
building was first erected in 947 but after
having been burned several times Toyotomi Hideyori rebuilt
the present resplendant temple in 1605. The gate in front of
the main building is called " Sanko-no-mon" (representing sun,
moon and stars). There are here numerous stone lanterns
presented by votaries. The ground comprise 27^4 acres
where numbers of plum trees are planted, in compliance to the
sage's wish. The place attracts pleasure-seekers in the early
fspring. The monthly festival is held on the 25th but special
ejtivals take place during the first four days of October.
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Or Ranzan is noted for its cherry trees and ma-
ples. The famous river Oigawa, called Hodzu-
gawa in its upper part, flows at its foot with
a clear stream over which a long wooden bridge called
Togetsu-kyo (the bridge of the Crossing Moon, lit) is spanned.
It is a beautiful spot in spring and autumn, and the snow
view is alfo delightful. Many boats can be hired to row upon
the quiet water up to a mineral spring, affording a delightful
excursion. There are many teahouses, where refreshments

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can be obtained, from which charming views of the moiihtain
and the river are seen.

Norih'west of the City,

It is a very delightful excursion for one day
NisHi'jiN. from Kyoto. The mountains attain the height

of 2,700 ft. above the level of the sea. It is full
of traditions and historical resources. There are two roads for
ascent, one is from the Shirakawa and the other by way of Yase.
There is a well known temple known as Enryakuji founded
by Denkyo Daishi under the command of the Emperor Kwam-
mu, founder of Kyoto. Since then, many subordinate temples
and monasteries were constructed. Many noted priests were
trained here. The highest point of the mountain is called
Shimei-ga-take from which panoramic views over the city as
well as the Lake of Biwa can be obtained.

North of Ichijo and west of Ilorikawa,

This is the general name given to the north-
AscENr OF western portion of the City where a world-
**'Ki. renowned silk fabric known as Nishijin-ori is

produced in abundance. There are nearly 4,000 establish-
ments under which 34,000 weavers earn their bread. It is one
of the most famous staples produced in Kyoto.

UJI.

Uji lies 15 miles ffom Kyoto and can be reached in
^ hours by the Nara Ry. The district is renowned for its
tea plantations from olden times and they are exported in
large quantities to fofeign countries. In summer time many
people visit these to watch the fire-flies which makes fine
views in the evening. The chief sight in Uji is a Buddhist

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temple of Byodo in.

PICKING TEA LEAVES.

erected in a small island there.

The City of Kyoto,

H6-o-d6 or Phoenix Hall was built in
1052 by Fujiwara
Vorimichijit is one
of the most ancient
structures in Ja-
pan. The Hall is
intended to repre-
sent a phoenix des-
cending from the
sky, a reproduc
tion of this temple
was exhibited at
the Columbian
World's Fair in
Chicago and was

ENVIRON OF KYOTO.

The neighbourhood of Kyoto abounds in many celebrated
sceneries and temples fitted for excursion of one day. The
rapids of Katsuragawa can be visited by the Kyoto Railway.
See Route 10. Otsu and other celebrated places along the
Lake Biwa. See Route 11, the Tokaido line.

WHERE TO MAKE PURCHASES IN KYOTO.

ARTISTIC METAL WORKS.
Jomi (Shojo-do), Teramachi Shijo Minamiye-iru.
Inouye Shoten, Sanjo Awata.
Nogawa Shoten, Shijo Otabi-cho.

CAST BRONZE WARES.
Hayashi Shoten, Furumonzen.
Murakami, T., Sanjo Kawara-machi.
Yoshikawa Shoten, Karasumaru Gojo Sagaru.
Yoshida Shoten, Tomino-koji Gojo Agaru.

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CLOISONNE WARES.

Takahara Shokai, Sanjo Shirakawa-bashi NishL
Takatani Bros. & Co., Sanjo Shirakawa-bashi Nishi.
Sano, T., „ „ „

Kin-un-ken, „ „ „

Namikawa, „ „ Kitaura.

Ito, S., Sanjo Qhashi Higashi Rokucho.

DAMASCENE WARES.
Komai, S., Shinmonzen.
Komai, O., Furumonzen.

DOLLS AND TOYS.
Kitashimidzu Shoteri, Tominokqji Shijo Minamiye-iru.
Keuyeya, Shijo-dori Otabi-cho.

FANS. _
Kyoto Sensu Shokai, Shichijo-dori Omiya.
Ishidzumi Shoten, Yanagino-Bamba Bukkoji Agaru.
Hirano, K., Tomino-koji Gojo Kitaye-iru.
Kitamura, T., Teramachi Gojo Kitaye-iru.
Kyoritsu-gumi,

FINE ART CURIOS.
Ikeda, S., Shinmonzen,
Yanianaka Branch Store, Teramachi Onike.
Kumekawa Shoten, Gion Hachiken.
Asahi Goshi Kaisha, Teramachi Nijo Higashi,
Shimahei, Yanagino Bamba Gojo Kado.

LACQUER WARES.
Nishimura, H., Teramachi Ayanokqji.
Mikami, J., Takatsuji-dani Yanagino-Bamba Nishiye-iru.
Tanaka, Y., Shijodori Yanagino-Bamba Higashiye-iru.

PORCELAIN AND POTTERIES.
Kinkozan, S., Sanjo Awata.

Kyoto Tojiki Kaisha, Shirakawa-bashi Sanjo Sagaru.
Kusube, Shirakawa-bashi Goken-cho.
Tanzan, Sanjo Awata.

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PORCELAN^ AND POTTERIES— Continued.
Seifu, Y., Gojo-zaka.
Takahashi, Goj5-zaka.
Nishida, Goj5-zak?.
Yasuda, Kiyomidzu-zaka.
Fukuda, V., Teramachi-dori Matsubara Sagaru.

SILK AND fiMBROlDEftms; Etc.
lida, S., (Takashimaya), Karasumaru Takatsuji.
Nishimura, S., Sanjo-dori Karasumaru Nishiye-irU.
Tanaka Seihichi, Shichijo-dori Karasuniaru Nishiye-iru.
Tanaka Rihichi, Karasumaru-dori Shichijo Agaru.
Daimaruichi, (Kumagaye), Shi jo Otabicho.
Fuji Shoten. Karasumaru-dori Shijo Minamiye-iru.
Tamura Shoten, Muromachi-dori Matsuwara Minamiye-iru.
Benten Goshi Kaisha, Shin-monzen.
Tanaka, S., Gokomachi-dori Sanjo Kita.

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THE

KYOTO RAILWAY LINK

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The attention of
Tourists is di-
rected to the
Great Facility
with which the
most charming
and very Excit-
ing Trip to the
famous " Hodzu
Rapids " may be
made by the Kyo-
to Railway Co*s.
Line

FROM _

KYOTO TO S0N0BEy^'^^-''^^'^'^^^'^4^^(^^v^^v^^^^^

NOTICE !

Tourists bound for a Trip
down the " Hodzu Rapids " will
do well to take a morning train
for Kameoka. From the depot
of Kameoka, a smooth carriage
road runs eastwards for some
200 yards, leading directly to a
Wharf on the Hozu River, at
which they have to get on board
the boat to begin the Trip.

The most charming and ex-
citing Trip for about two hours
down the Rapids brings them
to the foot of the Arashiyama.
Thence just a few minutes's
ride by jinrikisha they will find
themselves at the Saga Station
where they may again take the
Kyoto Railway back to Nijo or
Kyt:)0.

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f HE KYOTO RAILWAY LIHL

Distance
Names of S/atiatts, from Kyoto, Retnarks,

Kyoto Jet m. ch. Connected with the Govern-

Taraba-guchi i i6 men t Tokaido Line.

Nijo 2 42

Hanazono 4 19

Saga 6 27 Alight for Arashiyama.

Kameoka 13 36 Excursion to Katsura (Ho-

Yagi 18 36 dzu) Rapids.

Sonobe 22 16

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TAMBA-GUCHI STATION.
The temples of Nishi Hongan-ji, Tqji, etc. is situated
neighbourhood of this station,

NIJO STATION.
Visitors of Nijo Palace, the temples of Kitano, Hirano,
Kinkaku-ji, etc. can be visited from this station.
HANAZONO STATION.
Omuro, Takao, Makino-o and Tagano-o is located near

this station.

SAGA STATION.

Visitors to Arashiyama should find convenience to alight
at this station and thence trod a few minutes walk.
KAMEOKA STATION.

Excursionists to the Rapids of Katsura-gawa should alight
here.

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7 he Kyoto Railway Line,

THE RAPIDS

OF KATSURA-

GAWA.

The river Oi-gawa which flows at the
foot of Arashiyama, changes its name to
Hodzu-gawa irom the upper part of Arashiyama.
The river is 13 miles from its resources to the foot of Arashi-
yama, lined with huge rocks and enormous boulders among
which the water rushes with so impetuous a current
which affords exquisite scenery making the most exciting
travel over the foam.
Boats of peculiar con-
struction guided by
skilful boatsmen to
weather the Rapids,
taking nearly 3 hours.
Visitors should take
train to Kameoka and
thence by jinrikisha to
the head of the Rapids
where boats can be en-
gaged. The best time
to make the trip is late

in spring when the steep banks of the river are covered
with red azaleas. The charge for hiring boat is fixed at a
certain figure duing the season : —

ist Class Yen 4.00 I 2nd Class Yen 3.50.

KATSURA RAPIDS.

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KOBE— NAGOYA.

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THE aOYBRNMBNT T0KAID"5 UM.

•(From KOBE to NAGOYA.)

JHE word Tokaido signifies the " Eastern Sea Road " be-
cause the road runs along the sea-shore to the eastern
direction commencing from Kyoto and ending at
Tokyo. In feudal times all the Daimyo in the Empire were to
visit the Shogun at Yedo (Tokyo) twice a year, when
the Tokaido was its main road and therefore it contains
many historical relics throughout the Cities on the way. Kobe
is the western terminus while Tokyo is the eastern extreme
of the line.

Distance from

Names of Stations.

Kobe,

Remarks.

KOBE

CH.

Sannomiya

Sumiyoshi

Nishinomiya

Kanzaki

Change train to the Hankaku

OSAKA Jet

See Route 3. Ry.

Suita

Ibaraki

Takatsuki

Yamazaki

. 38

Mukomachi

. 43

KYOTO Jet

. 47

See Route 9. Change train

Inari

. 48

10 the Kyoto Ry,

Yamashina

. 51

Otani

• 55

Baba (Otsu)

. 57

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Names of Stations,
KUSATSU Jet.

Yasu

Hachiman

Notogawa

Kawase

Hikone

MAIBARAJct....

Samegai

Nagaoka

Kashiwabara . . .

Sekigahara

Tarui

Ogaki

Gifu

Kisogawa

Ichinomiya

Kiyosu

NAGOYA Jet...

Route II, 163

Distance from
Kobe,

Remarks,

.. 63
. 68

57
32

Change for Ise, see Route 4.

.. 74

.27

. 79
.. 84
.. 88

57
23
22

■

.. 91
. 95

79
6r

Change for Nagahama and
Ise.

.. 98

.. lOI

.. 105
. 109
. 114
. 122

56
18
21

Alight for Yoro waterfall.
See cormorant fishing.

. 127

. 131

. 137
. 141

25
64

See Route 4,

The Tokaido railway leaving Kobe terminus passes
Sannomiya and skirting the shore of the Gulf of Chinu reaches
Sumiyoshi Station, the visitors to Arima mineral spring over
Mt. Rokk5 by foot should alight here. The next station is
Nishino-miya which is noted for its Sake breweries.
* * * *

I mile from Sumiyoshi S.

Or the God of Wealth, stands in the densely
EBisu jiNSHA. wooded forest. The annual festival is held

on the loth of the first month old style where is
crowded by thousands of worshippers.

KABUTO-YAMA

B SMARK

HILL.

On the north direction of the Nishinomiya
station a conical hill having a few trees on its
summit can be observed. It is called Bismark
Hill by the German resicjents,

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Between Nishinomiya and Kanzaki, the Muko-gawa is
crossed by an iron bridge of twelve 70 ft. spans and another
Kariiaki-gawa oFseventeeii 70 ft. spans. The visitors to Miii5
waterfall, Takaradzuka, Arima mineral springs, etc. from
Kobe, will change Train at Kanzaki junction to the Hahkaku

Ry.

At Osaka the railway runs through the plain fields showing
riibuntain ranges in the distance after passing two rivers of
Yodo-gawa and Kanzaki-gawa, the train comes- to Suita Station
where the factory of the Osaka Asahi Beer Company can be
seen. After passing Ibaraki and Takatsuki stations the train
runs through thick bamboo forests and reaches Mukomachi
fromw here the pagoda of Toji can be seen on the right and
then the train enters to Kyoto. . .

After leaving Kyoto, the train soon reaches to Inari
station where the famous Inari temple stands.

The line then goes ascending a steep incline to Yamashina
and then again ascending to Otani through the hills covered
by pine trees and then enters the tunnel under Osaka-yama
(quite different from that of the City of Osaka) 2,179 feet in
length. From Otani, the train runs behind the town of Otsu
throwing fine view of the lake Bi\Va and it soon reaches to
the City of Otsu.

OTSU

Eight miles from Kyoto,

Otsu can be reached by three difTerent routes, viz., by the
Government Tokaido Ry. to Baba station, hence change train
there to the branch line to Otsu (45 minutes from Kyoto) ; by
jinrikisha from Kyoto ; by the Biwa Canal from the place called
Keage engaging a Japanese boat (2 hours).

It is the Capital of the Omi province situated on the
south-eastern shore of the Lake Biwa, surrounded by moun-
tains of Hiei and Hira

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lis

The name was derived from its shape resem-
LA K E B I w A. bling a Japanese instrumentcalled Bi wa (guitar).

According to a legend commonly believed
among Japanese the lake was formed in 251 B.C. by an earth-
quake and at the same time Mt. Fuji in the province of Suruga
rose out. It is the largest lake in the Empire with a circum-
ference of 38 miles and 13 mile breath in the widest part and
333 feet above the sea level. There are a few small islands q(
which Chikubu-shima is the most noted, followed by Okuno
and Okino islands. In 1890, the Biwa Canal was opened to
connect with Kamogawa in Kyoto so as to have navigable
communication be-
tween Omi and |
Kyoto as far as I
Osaka bay. The!
water is supplied
to mills and manu-
factories in Kyoto.
Along the shores
of the lake are cele- j<|
bratedOmi:Hakkei j
or the "Eight
Views in Omi " [i
namely : —

1. The Autumn Moon seen from Ishiyama.

2. The Evening Snow on Mt. Hirayama.

3. The Haze of Evening at Seta.

4. The Evening Bell of Mii-dera.

5. The Boats sailing back from Yabase,

6. Bright Sky at Awazu.

7. Rain by Night at Karasaki.

8. The Wild Geese alighting at Katata.

Number of steamers playing daily along the coast taking
tourists to noted places of which the Taiko Kisen-Kwaisha
(Taiko S. S. Co.) have regular service in J^pring and summer
time every yean

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VUKIMI-DO TEMPLE.

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A Buddhist temple standing on the hill west

Mii-DKRA. of Otsu, erected by the Emperor Tenchi in

668 being No. 14 of the 33 Holy Kwannon.

The obelisk, made of granite, was erected in memory of

citizens who died in the Satsuma Rebellion in 1877 from

which the most loving views over the lake and surrounding

site can be obtained. The temple contains many treasures.

« « « «

2y2 miles north Otsu,

Famous for its giant pine tree which is said to

KARASAKi. be the oldest pine in Japan and the most curios

tree in the world. The branch spreads

downward to the extent of 162 ft. E. — ^VV. and i3o ft. N. — S. and

they are supported by
wooden supports and its
foliage covers 870 square
feet with the height of 42
ft. and 25 ft. in circum-
1 lerence. A shrine of
the same name stands
near the tree.

GIANT PINE TREE.

SETA

brid(;k.

Commonly called
by Japanese Seta-
no- Naga-hashi
which spans
over the river Seta
coming from the
lake Biwa, the pre-
sent one was re-
built in 1894, the
total leno:th of the

SETA BRIDGE.

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bridge is 790 ft A shrine stands on the eastern shore dedicat-
ed to Fujiwara Hidesato.

I SHI YAM A- ^^ Stone-Mountain is situated on the west
DERA bank of the river, a short distance below the

bridge. The temple was founded in 749 by
Ryoben Sqjo and rebuilt by Minamoto Yoritomo in 1078. It was
destroyed by fire and the present temple was erected by Yodo-
^:imi, wife of HideyoshL The temple is dedicated to the two-
armed Kwannon. The hill contains some peculiar-shaped
rocks from which is derived the name. The hill is thickly
wooded. Fine views are obtained here especially from
** Tsukimi-no-Chin " (Moon-gazing Arbour) the sceneries over
the Seta bridge, lake, etc. are most attractive. There are
many inns about the foot of the hill facing to the lake among
which Mikazuki-ro and Yanagi-ya are the most noted.

The chief sight on the Eastern shore of the lake are
Hikone, Nagahama and Chikubushima.

Again joining the Tokaido train at Baba station the train
passess through the fields and across the river Se,ta from
which the most delightful views throughout the line are ob-
tained.

KUSATSU

Is the junction for the Kwansai Ry. to Yokkaichi and
Nagoya. From Kusatsu the train passes other minor stations.
From Notogawa station is the mountain called Mukade-yama
which is again called Omi Fuji as it resembles Mt. F'uji in

shape.

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HIKONE,

Formally the castle town of the great Daimyo li Kamon-
no-Kami is situated on the eastern coast of the lake.

Inn : Rakuraku-tei, in the castle ground.^-^ ,

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THE CASTLE SiTUATED Oil the hill Called Kinki-yama.

Tokugawa lyeyasu gave the castle to li

Naomasa as a reward for his services in the battle of Sekiga-

hara in 1600, and his family lived there for 13 generations

until the Restoration in 1868.

From the castle interesting views over the lake can be seen.
« * « *

- RAKTRAKU- STANDS within the outer moat on the northern
^^^ side of the castle, and is one of the three beau-

tiful gardens m the Empire.- It is laid out in
imitation of theOmirHakkei. A small building called Raku-
raku^tei, the re-
treat of Daimyo,
is now opened for
tourists for board
and lodging.

RAKURAKU-VEN GARDEN.

CHIKUBU-

SHIMA.

Or Bamboo growing island lies 38 miles far
from Otsu near the northern end of Biwa
Lake. The circumference of the island is
7560 ft. rising 60 ft. in height. The island is densely wooded
and contains the famous temple of No. 30th of 33 Holy Kwan-
non and Benten.

After a short run it takes the tourist to Maibara, where
the branch line to Tsuruga commences. Here the line diverts
to the Biwa Lake. From Maibara the train runs through a nar-
row valley and comes to Sekigahara via Nagapka. Sekigahara

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is a remarkable site recounted in Japanese history and ^as a
fierce battle stage between Tokugawa lyeyasu (the founder ot
Tokugawa dynasty) and Toyotomi Hideyori (son of the great
Hideyoshi) in 1600 when the former gained repute. The
train, after passing Tarui, enters into the great Mino plain
which affords fine views and bring passengers to Ogaki.
« • • •

Ogaki,

Lies ID miles south-west of Gifu ; it was the residence of
Daimyo Toda's family. The terrible earthquake, occurred in
Oct. 28th, 1891, destroyed almost all houses here, but the town
was soon rebuilt. The place to visit from Ogaki is the Yoro
waterfall. • * ♦ *

The best way is to take jinrikisha to Ishibata

voRo ^j^ Takata (5% m.) and thence walk for nearly

WATER FALL. ^^^ ^jj^ ^j^^ ^^jj j^ ^ ^^^^ j^^ height and

9 feet broad. It has many projecting rocks.

Cherry and maple trees attract many visitors here when

in their best.

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GIFU.

Gifu is the principal City of theprefecture comprising the
two provinces of Mino and Hida. Since the great earthquake
occurred in 1891, new houses were erected and streets laid out
regularly. The most important productions in this place are
silk crepe and other silk fabrics, raw silk, cotton cloth, porce-
lain, a special kind of paper called Minogami, and Japanese
umbrellas ; most of these are largely exported. The most
interesting pastime here is to see the " Cormorant Fishing."
♦ ♦ * ♦

The river called Nagaragawa which flows
CORMORANr ^ , , ^ , ^. .

from the north-eastern part of the City is

FISHING ,/./... .... 1

noted for fishing with the help of cormorant
commonly called "Ugai" or "Cormorant Fishing." The

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seasoii.for fishing lasts from early May to October. It consists
of 5-7 Japanese boats each of which has a torch light A man in
each boat manages twelve cormorants attached to cords. The
birds soon dive into the water and when one of the birds cap-
tures over half a dozen fishes, they are taken out into the boat
and forced to relieve their prey, A metal ring is hung about
each of the bird's -neck so as to prevent them from swallowing
their catch. The boatmen shouts and encourage the cormo-
rants.

Froni Gifu, after running through minor stations, the train
comes to Nagoya.

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NAGOYA.

(See Route 4).

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THE

GOYBRNMBKT TOKAIDO LIHB,

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NAGOYA— TOKYO.

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NAGOYA— TOKYO.

Distance from

Names of Stations, Kobe,

Remarks,

M. CH.

NAGOYA Jet.

141 64

Atsuta

145 01

Otaka

149 38

Obu

153 74

Kariya

156 73

Anjo

161 70

Okazaki

166 66

Kamagori ... .

176 09

Goyu

181 41

Toyohashi...

186 60

Futagawa ...

191 05

Washizu ...

197 26

Maizaka ... .

203 04

Hamamatsu

209 37

Tenryu-gawa

212 19

Nakaizumi

216 30

Fukuroi

221 19

Kakegawa ...

226 55

Alight for Akiha temple.

Horinouchi

231 05

Kanaya

236 59

Shimada ...

240 80

Fujieda

244 63

Yaizu

248 69

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VIZ

Distance from

47
75
75
02
20

54
61

55
10
66
28
73

Nanus of Stations, Kobe,

SHIZUOKA 256

Ejiri 263

Okitsu 266

Kambara 272

Iwabuchi 276

f Suzukawa 281

Hara 286

Numazu 290

MISHIMAJct 293

Sano 296

^ Gotemba 306

Oyama 312

Yamakita 318

Matsuda 321

KOZU 328 19

Oiso 334 31

Hiratsuka 336 68

Chigasaki 340 09

Fujisawa 344 62

OFUNAJct 347 49

Totsuka 351 09

Hodogaya 356 55

YOKOHAMA 359 13

Hiranuma 358 to

I Kanagawa 360 63

I Tsurunii 364 68

Kawasaki 367 05

' Omori 371 17

Shinagawa 374 09

TOKYO (Shimbashi) 377 13

Remarks,
Excursion tp Kunozan.

f Visit temple of same name.
\ Change for Shuzen-ji spring.
Visit Sano waterfall.
Alight for ascent of Mt. Fuji.

r Alight for Odawara, Miya-
\ noshita, Hakone, Atami mi-
( neral springs.

Alight for ascent of Gyamai

Change for Kamakura and
Yokosuka.

See Route 13.

r Visit Hakkei-yen, Ikegam.
\and Kawasaki temples.

See Route 14.

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The Chief sights along the Line are as follows : —

Nearly 2j viUes from Kakegawa S,

AK HA ^ FAMOUS Shinto temple^ dedicated to Kagu-

tsuchi-no-Mikoto, founded by Gyoki, a priest

fEMPI.K. . , ' ..... •^... '.

m Yoro era. Jinnkisha is procurable in the
village of Mikura, I4>^ miles from the station, aiid thence by
Kago or by foot. The temple is reputed among the people
and is crowded by thousands of them.

SHIDZUOKA

Was the castle town of Tokugawa .Shoguns and is now
the seat of the Prefectural Government of the same name.
It is one of the most flourishing towns in .Tokaido. The castle
stands on the north eastern corner of the town and is well
maintained. Senki-yama is on the northern flank of the town,
Asama temple is on the southern slope. ' The ground is used
as a public park and is well laid out with cherry trees afford-
ing lovely sceneries. The principal products are lacquer wares
and bamboo works ; tea is also cultivated in large quantities.
Rinzai-ji is a Buddhist temple belonging to the Zen sect, con-
taining relics of Tokugawa lyeyasu and. many ancient objects
of art.

J miles south-west from Ejiri S. i

The temple was erected in 1617, dedicated to -#

KL'No-zAN. Tokugawa lyeyasu. Fine views of the Pacific 1

to the south and of Mt. Fuji across 3uruga Bay |

can be seen from here. ^i

♦ * * • I

NUMADZU I

Formerly was the castle town of a Daimyo. During the
journey from Gotemba to Numadzu, Mt. Fuji is visible con- j
tinually, which gives prominent features. r^ 1

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MiSHiMA is the junction for the Dzuso Railway
which runs -in the direction of Shuzen-ji hot

TEMPLE. "^

springs.
The temple is some ^ mile from the station, dedicated to
Oyamazumi-no-Mikoto. The annual festival is held on the

1 6th of August.

• • « «

SHUZEN-JI VISITORS should change train to the Dzuso

HOT SPRING ^^^^^^y *t t^® Mishima junction and alight at

Nanjo station, thence by jinrikisha for 4>^ miles.

The village is surrounded by mountains on'the south and

north directions and the River Katsura runs through the town.

The sights here are very charming.

» « « «

^ mile from Sano S,

g There are here five falls among which the

wAiER FALi biggest is called Yukitoke-no-Taki. 40 feet

high. The garden here with a pond, has a very

extensive space. The neighbouring district is famous for

game shooting in winter.

« « « «

GOTEMBA

Is situated on the eastern bank of Mt. Fuji, 1500 ft. above
the sea level, being the highest station on the Tokaido railway.
Climbers to Mt. Fuji must alight here.

• • » «

Mt. Fuji is one of the most interesting moun-

ASCKNT OF . . , „ . , . .

tarns ni the Empire and its name is renowned
throughout the world. It stands on boundaries
between the two provinces of Kai and Suruga, 12,400 feet
above the sea level, and the thermometer here falls below
zero at night even in the hottest season of summer. The
ascent is usually made between the middle i^of July to the
middle of September when the snow is melted.^.^^^ ^^QqqqI^

I7«

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Those sojourning there are recommended to provide with
food and wcrm-clothing. Usually visitors pass a night at the

seventh or eighth
station on the
mountain so as to
observed the in-
teresting transit of
sunset and sunrise.
There are many
ways to reach
Fuji. Those who
come from Tokyo
and Yokohama
should take the
Subashiri or the
Higashi Omote-
guchi route which was opened in 1883 ; the latter is the most
easiest route. Visitors coming from western direction should
proceed by Omiyaguchi ; and those from Kai province from
Yoshida-guchi. There are many huts on the way where
climbers take rest. Kengamine is the highest peak; on
the base of the peak stands a meteorological observatory
where Mr. and Mrs. Nonaka made observations for several
winters.

MT. FUJI.

KDZU.

Travellers to Odawara, Hakone (Miyanoshita) or Atami
must alight here. Electric railw.'^ys carry visitors to Yumo-
to (one hour), the first hot spring on the foot of Hakone,
through Odawara. From Odawara the Jinsha-tetsudo or
man-power tram-cars run to Atami in 4 hours, the distance is
i6}i miles.

ODAWARA. Is famous in Japanese history as the scene of
many serious conflicts in feudal times. The
castle still remains there. ^ ,

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The village of Hakone is situated at the head
H AXONS, ^f Hakone lake, 3,oc» ft. above the sea level
The district is I
full of hot!
springs among
which the most i m-
portant are seven
springs namely :
Tonosawa, Doga-
shima, Miyano-
shita, Sokokura,
Kiga, Kowaki-
dani, and Ashino-
yu. They are ge-
nerally called

" Hakone

HAKONE LAKE.

Springs " or " Hakone

Mountains" containing
charming views of
valleys, mountains,
lakes, etc. The dis-
tances from Yumoto
to various points of
Hakone Mountains are
as follows : —

YUMOTO.

Tonosawa

5 cho ...

.... by Jinriki.

Dogashima

... iM ri

' Miyanoshita

... i^ „

.... „

Sokokura

... I „ 22 c/io . .

Kiga

... 2 „

••»• >•

Kowakidani

... 2 „

Kago.

Ashinoyu

... 3 „ 20 cho ...

.... „

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Kago.

Hakone

ri 2I cho

Ubako

» 22 „

Owakidani

r 4

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Otome

» 2Q „

Odawara

» 22 „

Kodzu

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There are good accommodations for foreigners.

Atami is also noted for its hot springs as well
ATAMi. ^g ^^^ .^g geyser. There is here situated a villa
of H.I.H the Crown Prince. The chief products are paper
called Gampishi and cloth called Gampishi-ori.

OISO

Is a favorite sea-bathing resort having lovely views of Mt.
Fuji on the west and Enoshima on the east. The best inns are
Toryo-kwan, Shorin kwan, and others. There are many
summer villas belonging to the Japanese nobility.

The mountain (4150 ft.) can be reached alight-
YAMA. jj^g ^^ Hiratsuka Station and thence byjinriki-
sha a distance of 9>^ miles. A Shint5 temple is here erected to
Oyama-zumi-no-Mikoto. The annual festival is held from
27th of June to 17th July, by old calendar, when thousands of
pilgrims proceed thither in white costumes.

34 miles from Tokyo, can be reached by the
KAMAKURA. 'fokaido line to Ofuna, thence the visitor
changes train to the branch line to Yokosuka. Kamakura is
now only a sea-side village and is a good summer resort. The
warrior Minamoto Yoritomo had his capital there about 1185
A.D. and it remained as the eastern capital until 1590. The
chief sights in Kamakura are the temple of Hachiman and
the statue of Daibutsu.

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The God of War, dating from the 12th century,
HACHiMAN stands on a thickly wooded hill called
TKMPLE, Tsuruga-oka.

The temple is dedicated to Emperor Ojin, Empress Jingo
and Princess Onaka-hime. At the entrance gate of the shrine,
a big tree called Icho is seen ; it is said to be more than a
thousand years old, nearly 20 ft. in circumference, arid is still
developing. Many treasures including gifts, relics of the Sho-
guns and other warriors can be seen in the building. There
are many other Buddhist temples and monasteries here. A
foreign style Hotel called Kaihin-in and a Japanese inn,
known as Mitsuhashi, provides sea-baths both cold and hot.

Or Grand Bronze Buddha, is said to have been
THE cast in 1252 with the proceeds of a fund which

DAiBUTsu. a court lady of Minamoto Yoritomo had col-
lected. It is one of the two gigantic Buddhas that of Nara.
Dimensions as follows : —

Height ... -

- 49 feet.

7 in.

Circumference -

- 97

2 „

Length of face -

- 8

5 »

From ear to ear

- 17

9 »

Length of eye - - -

- 4

Length of eyebrow -

- 4

2 „

length of ear - - -

- 6

7 »

Length of nose

' 3

9 »

Width of the mouth

- 3

2 „

length from knee to knee

- 35

8,,

Circumference of thumbs

- 3

The images are formed of sheets of brass cast separately,
brazed together and finished off on the outside with a chisel.
The eyes are of pure gold.

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The great image of the Goddess of Mercy, 30
HASE-NO- feet in height, stands on a rocky hill not far
KWANNON. from the Daibutsu from which beautiful views
can be obtainod.

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4 miles from Kamakura, can be reached by

VSNOHHIMA. proceeding along the seashore of Shichiriga- ,
hama. It can be also reached from Fujisawa station, thence »
by jinrikisha about 2 miles. It is a very picturesque spot being |
a good place for excursion, with many comfortable resting-
houses of which Iwamoto-in, Ebisuya and Kinki-ro are the best
There is a temple here dedicated to Benten, Goddess of

Luck.

* * * •

DZUSHI,

A favorite seaside resort 2>^ miles S.E. from Kamakura.

Lately, many summer villas were erected here by residents 1

from Yokohama and Tokyo. I

* • * « i

YOKOSUKA

Is the terminus of the Ofuna branch line 40 miles away from
Tokyo situated in the southern corner of the bay of Tokyo. It I
is the site of the Japanese Naval Station. To inspect the Dock- I
yard, permission from Naval Authorities is required. At
Hemmi-mura, near Yokosuka, is the tomb of Will Adams, an
English pilot, who was there nearly three centuries ago and i
was detained as a prisoner by Order of Tokugawa Shogun to ,
instruct the natives the art of shipbuilding.

« 4» » • J

U R A G A ■'

Lies 4>^ miles from Yokosuka. Steamers daily ply from
Tokyo here in 4 hours. It is noted as the landing place of j
Commodore Perry, Conimander of the U. S. * Squadron * bear-
ing a letter from President Fillmore to the Shogun and who

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made a treaty in July 14th, 1853, from whence Japan entered
into foreign intercourse. Lately a stone monument was
erected in commemoration of the Commodore. [We return
again to the Tokaido trunk line].

YOKOHAMA.

Fully described in Route 13.

• « • »

Alighting at Kawasaki S. the garden can be
seen on the hill opposite the station.
A number of cherry and plum trees are

HAKKEI-YEN
GARDEN.

planted here.

I K PIG AM T
TEMPLE.

Going about two miles south-west from the
Hakkei-yen garden, the noted monastery of
Ikegami can be reached. It is a very gorge-
ous temple^ the annual festivals are held on the 12th, 13th and
14th October, when the place is crowded by devotees.

• « • »

Nearly half a mile from the Kawasaki station,

KAWASAKI ...

the electric railway carries visitors to the

tJAlSHI. , . . ^. , . , ,. J

temple in 6 minutes. The temple is dedicated

to Kobo-Daishi where a monthly festival is held on the 21st
when an extra train is run from Tokyo. On the ground
of the temple a garden with many blossoming trees are at-
tached and it attracts many visitors during the season.

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TOKYO.

Described in Route 14.

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THE

CITY OF YOKOHAMA.

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THE CIfY OF YOKOHAMA,

M^OKOHAMA, the leading; port of Japan, is situated in the
southern extremity of the Province of Musashi. It is
precisely located 35° 26^ 53'''' Lat. and 139° 38'' 37'''
E. Long, from Greenwich. Being about 18 miles west of
Tokyo, the Capital of the Empire, it may be associated with
the port of Tokyo because the latter has no good harbour.
Yokohama was only a poor fishing village some thirty years
ago, but since it was opened to foreign trade in 1857, it ra-
pidly grew in prosperity and importance and reached the
present dimension. The population is 180,000. New harbour
was built in 1896, the pier is 2,000 ft. long and is connected
by rail, affordino; all the necessary shipping facilities. It
has also good steamship accommodation, many steamers
are daily plying to and from the principal ports of the
Empire

CONSULATES.

Austro-Hungarian Consulate, No. 76, Bluff.
Belgian Consulate, No. 203-B, Bluff.
Brazilian Consulate General, No. 81.
British Consulate General, No. 172.
Chinese Consulate General, No. 135.
Danish Consulate, No. 209.
French Consulate, No. i8f , Bluff.
German Consulate General, No. 24.
Italian Consulate, No. 32.

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CONSULATES— Continued.

Netherlands Consulate, No. 87-B.
' Peruvian Consulate, No. 70*
I Portuguese Consulate General, No. 32B.
^ Russian Consulate, No. 171.
f Spanish Consulate, No. 244-B, Bluff.

Swedish and Norwegian Consulate, No. 89-B.

f Swiss Consulate General, Nos. 55-6, Bluff.
U. S. Consulate General, No. 234.

GOVERNMENT SERVICES.

Kanagawa Kencho (Prefectural Office), Kaigan-dori.

Post and Telegraph Office, Honcho Itchome.

Chief Police Station, „ „

} Imperial Japanese Customs, Kaigan-dori Itchome.

Yokohama Police Station, Isezakicho naka-dori Shichome.

Yokohama District Court, Kita-naka-dori Shichome.

Yokohama Local Court, „ „

Yokohama Water Works, No. 236, Honcho-dori.
N Yokohama Imperial Hygienic Laboratory, Honcho Gochome.

Imperial Silk Conditioning House, Honcho Itchome,

Light-house Bureau, Moto-benten.

Yokohama 1 elephone Call Office, Honcho-d5ri.

CLUBS.
United Club, No. 5-A, Bund.
Club Germania, Nos. 235 and 237.

NEWSPAPER OFFICES.
"Japan Advertiser," No. 49.

I" Japan Gazette," No. 70.
" Japan Herald," No. 28.

" Japan Mail," No. 52.
\ BANKS.

\ Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China, No. 58, Main
Street.
Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, Ltd , No 2-A,
Water Street.

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The City 9/ Yokohama,

BANKS— Continued.

National Bank of China, No. 75, Yamashita-cho.
Yokohama Specie Bank, Ltd., No» 83, Minamt Naka-dori,

Gochome.
Mitsui Bank, Honcho Nichome, ^

Dai Ichi Ginko, 27, Honcho Shichome.
Soda Ginko, Minami Naka-dori Itchome.
Russo-Chinese Bank, 77, Yamashita-cho. '

STEAMSHIP COMPANIES.

Canadian Pacific S. .S. Co., No. 14, Bund.

Messageries Mari times Co., No. 9.

Nippon Yusen Kaisha, Kaigandori.

Norddeutscher Lloyd Co., No. 29.

Northern Pacific S. S. Co., No. 50-c.

Occidental and Oriental S. S. Co., No. 50-C.

Pacific Mail Steamship Co., No. 4- a.

Peninsular and Oriental Hteam Navigation Ce., No. 15, Bund.

Toyo Kisen Kaisha, No. 4.A.

HOSPITALS.

Royal Naval Hospital, No. 115, Bluff.

U. S. Naval Hospital, No. 99, Bluff.

Kaiserliches Deutsches Marine-Lazareth, Nos. 40 and 41, Bluff.

Yokohama General Hospital, No. 82, Bluff.

Jiizen Byoin, Tsukioka-cho (Ise-yama).

CHURCHES.

Christ Church, Bluff.

Roman Catholic Church, No. 80.

Union Church, No. 167.

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DAIJIN-GU
TSMPLR.

Ise-yama,

A gHjiJTQ bhrinr < Icdj rated Jtj^^AnTritEirj[j
Omikami erected

in 187 1. Near the
temple stands a
monument, where
souls of the Im-
perial troops who
fell in Satsuma
Rebellion in 1877,
are worshipped.
From the stop of
the hill an exten-
sive view of the
City is seen.

NOGE-YAMA.

puDo TEMPLE. This temple is situated on the foot of the
Daijin-g:u hill. A regular festival is held on
the 28th of every month when the place is crowded by -thou-
sands of people. There is a swordshaped monument erected
in commemoration of soldiers in the City who fell victims
in the Japan -China War in 1894-5.

ZOTOKU-IN
TEMPLE.

Moto-machi Itchome,

One of the oldest temple in Yokohama. There
are two subordinate shrines dedicated to
Yakushi-nyorai and Benzaiten.
The monthly festival of the former is held on the 8th and
1 2th every month when several kinds of flowers in pots are
on show, and many shops on both sides of the street attract
many visitors.

ISHZAKI-CHO.

Is the most busy and bustling portion in the
city. It is commonly known as the Theatre

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street by foreigners because it had many theatres before the
conflagration in 1899, after which they removed to the further
end of the street. There are many bazaars, shops with vari-
ous articles^ and are crowded day and night.
Ik * * *

ITanazono-cho.

TH« ^ WELL laid out ground the center of which is

iiECRBATiON used for Cricket and Athletic Club. Hundreds
GROUND. Qf cherry trees are planted around the ground
and attract many people when the plants are in full bloom
in early April. There is a bazaar near the Cricket Ground
where every kind of manufactured articles are sold at fixed

prices.

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Noted for its extensive views over the City

SKNc.EN- and the bay obtained from the summit of the

VAMA. j^jjj^ especially in fine weather, the peak of

the Mt. Fuji, snow-clad, affords very picturesque view in

the west. There is a tea-house where refreshments can be

obtained.

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There are four big theatres in Yokohama

THEATRE. ,

namely : —

Minato-za (the most important) Sumiyoshi-cho Itchome.

Kirakuza, Nigiwaicho Itchome.

Nigiwai-za, Nigiwai-cho Nichome.

Hagoromo-za, Hagoromo cho Nichome.

The latter three were rebuilt in 1900 after the conflagra-
tion in 1899.

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RACE j^. belongs to the Nippon Race Club where race

couRCE. meetings are held in Spring and Autumn every

year, generally in May and October, extending over three

days, often attended by the Emperor.

Extensive views over the bay and neighbourhood can be

obtained from there.

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The garden belongs to the Yokohama Nursery

IRIS-GARDEN q^ where different varieties ol plants are

AT isoGO. cultivated with great skill and are lor sale.

From the latter part of June and July when they are in full

bloom the place is crowded by many pleasure- seekers ;

benches are furnished for visitors and they are expected to

pay a few sen.

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It is noted for its plum blossoms. When in
suGiTA. March they are in its best it attracts many visi-

tors. From the hill-back of the village an extensive view of
the bay can be obtained.

There are two tea-houses where refreshment are served.

Lies nearly 6 miles down the bay, it can be

TOM 1 OK A. reached from Yokohama either by boat or by

jinrikisha. There are many temples but it is rather noted as

a favorite sea bathing place. In spring and summer excursions

are made here by Yokohama residents.

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10 miles from Yokohai7ia.

It is situated in the Nojima Bay south-east
KANAZAWA and is surrounded by mountains on the north.
It was once the stronghold of Feudal Lords and the tombs
of H6j5 Akitoki and his son are still there.

It is noted for its good scenery of which the eight
called " Hakkei " are the most attractive among them.
The Nokendo is the most famous place from which the whole
eight scenes can be seen at a glance. In this place the peoney
are planted and attracts many visitors in April.

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WHERE TO MAKE PURCHASES IN YOKOHAMA.

ARTISTIC METAL WARES. ^

Bisan-sha, Honcho Nichome.

BOOKS.
Kelly, Walsh & Co., Main Street. "^

Jiuji-ya, Yato-zaka (Camp Hill). ** %^

CONFECTIONERY.
Fugetsu-do, Honcho Gochome.
Jusho-do, Otamachi Nichome.
Shinkine-ya, Minami Naka-dori Sanchome.

JAPANESE CURIOS.
Moriya, T., Onoye-cho Nichome.
Samurai Shokwai, Honcho Itchome.

PHOTOGRAPHS.
Kimbei, K., Honcho Itchome.
Ogawa, S., Benten-dori Nichome.

PORCELAINS. J
Chindo, S., Honcho Itchome.

Tashiro-ya, Benten-dori Nichome. I

Matsuishi-ya, Honcho-dori. j

SILKS, EMBROIDERIES, Etc.
Ewata, S., Water Street.
Nozawaya, Benten-dori Nichome.
Takemura, Yato-zaka.

Tanabe, Honcho Itchome. /

Yamamoto, N., Honcho Itchome. \

Shobey, S., Honcho Itchome. I

SHIRTS. .'

Akao, S., Honcho Itchome.

Omiya, Y., Sakai-cho. J

Yamatoya, Benten-dori Itchome.

STRAW HATS.

Omiya, B., Otamachi Nichome.
Omiya, Y., Sakai-cho.

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THE

CITY OF TOKYO.

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THE CITY OF TOKYO.

Pp|ORMERLY called Yedo, is one of the ten largest Cities
l|ra| in the world and now the Capital of Japan
^^^ Tokugawa lyeyasu, ancestor of Tokiigawa family,
made it a military capital in 1590. Previously to that, Yedo
was only a poor village with a small fortress founded by
Ota Dokwan in the 13th century. In the time of Restoration in
1868, the name of Yedo was changed to Tokyo or the " Eastern
Capital " so as to distinguish from Saikyo or the " Western
Capital " applied to Kyoto at
the same time. In 1869, the
Imperial residence was re-
moved from Kyoto and it was
recognized as the seat of the
Government.

The castle, or once the
stronghold of the Tokugawa
Regents, is now the Palace
of the Emperor, standing in
the central portion of the City
surrounded by two circles of !
moats. The building were
destroyed by conflagration
several times and the present
palace was erected in 18S
Tokyo covers a vast space
with a circumference of 30

miles and an area of 100 square miles. It has a popu-
lation of about 1,400,000. A famous river called Sumida-gawa

FESTIVAL DAY.

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runs through the eastern part of the City upon which six
long bridges are spanned.

The City is administratively divided into fifteen districts
(kti)^ viz. : — Kqjimachi, Kanda, Nihonbashi, Kyobashi, Shiba,
Azabu, Akasaka, Yotsuya, Ushigome, Koishikawa, Hongo,
Shitaya, Asakusa, Honjo, and Fukagawa.

IMPERIAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES.

MINISTRIES.

Agriculture and Commerce (Noshomusho),

Kobiki-cho, Kyobashi-ku.
Communication (Teishinsho),

Kobiki-cho Hatchome, Kyobashi-ku.

Education (Monbusho), Takehira-cho, K6jimachi-ku.
Finance (Okurasho), Otemachi Nichome, K6jimachi-ku.
Foreign Affairs (Gwaimusho), Kasumigaseki, Kqjimachi- ku.
Home Affairs (Naimusho), Otemachi Itchome, Kqjimachi ku.
Imperial Household TKunaisho),

Within the compound of the Imperial Palace.
Justice (Shihosho), Nishi Hibiya-cho, K6jimachi-ku.
Navy (Kaigunsho), Kasumigaseki Nichome, Kojimachi-ku.
War (Rikugunsho), Nagata-cho Itchome, Kqjimachi-ku.

GOVERNMENT OFFICES.
Cabinet Office (Naikaku), within the Imperial Palace.
Custom House (Zeikwan), Kyobashi-ku.
General Staff* Office (Sanbo Honbu), Kqjimachi-ku.
Gendermery Office (Kenpei Honbu), „

House of Parliament (Kokkai Gijido), „

Metropolitan Police Office (Keishicho),

Yayosu-cho Nichome, Kqjimachi-ku.
Privy Council (Sumitsuin), Kqjimachi-ku.
Supreme Court (Daishin-in), „
Telegraph Office (Denshinkyoku), Kyobashi-ku.
Court of Appeal (Kosoin) Kqjimachi-ku.

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GOVERNMENT OFFICES— Continued.

Local Court (Kusaibansho), „

Post and Telegraph Office, Nihonbashi-ku.

Telephone Office, K6jimachi-ku.

Observatory, „

Meteorological Observation, Kojimachi-ku.

FOREKJN LEGATION.
Austria-Hungary, Kioi-cho, Kojimachi-ku.
Belgium, No. 3, Sannen-cho, „

China, No. 2, Nagata-cho Nichome, Kojimachi-ku.
Corea, No. i, Nishi Ogawamachi Nichomie, Kahda-ku.
Denmark, Kiridoshi, Shiba-ku. • - .. ^

France, No. i, lidamachi Itchome, Kojimachi-ku.
Germany, No. 14, Nagata-cho itchome, ' „
Great Britain, Kojimachi-ku.

Italy, No. 4, Sannen-cho, Toranomon, Kqjimachi-ku.
Mexico, No. 21, Nagata-cho Nichome, „

Netherlands, No. i, Kiridoshi, Shiba-ku.
Portugal, No. 3, Aoi-cho, Akasaka-ku.
Russia, No. i, Urakasumigaseki, Kojimachi-ku.
Siam, No. 2, Kasumi-cho, Azabu-ku.
Spain, No, 24, Tsukiji, Kiobashi-ku.
Sweden and Norway, No. i, Kiridoshi, Shiba-ku.
U. S. of America, No. i, Enokizaka-cho, Akasaka-ku.

CHURCHES.
Church of England, Sakae-cho, Shiba-ku.
American Episcopal, Tsukiji, Kyobashi ku.
Union Church (Protestant), Tsukiji, Kj^obashi-ku.
Roman Catholic, „ „

Russian Orthodox, Surugadai, Kanda-ku.

BANKS.

Nippon Ginko (Bank of Japan), Honryogaye-cho, Nihonbashi-
Jugo Ginko, Kobiki-cho, Kyobashi-ku. ku.

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BANKS— Continued .
Mitsui Ginko, Shinyemon-cho, Nihonbashi-ku.
Daiichi Ginko, Kabuto-cho, „

Yokohama Specie Bank (Tokyo Branch), Honryogajre-cho,

Nihonbashi'ku.
Mitsu Bishi Goshi Kwaisha, Yayesucho Itchome, Kojimachi-ku.

STEAMSHIP COMPANIES.

Nippon Yusen Kaisha, Yurakucho Itchome, Kojimachi-ku.
Toyo Kisen Kaisha, Kitashin-bori, Nihonbashi-ku.

NEWS PAPER OFFICE.

"Japan Times " Office, Uchisaiwai-cho Itchome, Kojimachi-ku.

HOTELS.

Imperial Hotel (Teikoku Hotel), Uchiyamashita-cho.

Hotel Metropole, No. i, Tsukiji.

Seiyoken Hotel, No. 33, Uneme-cho, Tsukiji.

INNS.

Shusei-kwan, Shibaguchi Itchome.
Chuo-Ryokwan, Minamikaji-cho, Kyobashi-ku.
Taizan-kwan, „ „

Kinsui-kwan, Tsukiji, „

Suimei-kwan, Kobikicho Nichome, „

RESTAURANTS (Foreign).

Seiyo-ken, Uyeno Park.

Sanyen-tei, Shiba Park.

Fujimi-ken.

Fugetsudo (with confectionery shop).

RESTAURANTS (Japanese).

Yaozen, Sanya, Asakusa-ku.

Yaomatsu, Mukojima.

Tokiwaya, Hama-cho, Nihonbashi-ku.

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Blooming seasons of the most Favorite Flowers and
their best places to visit in Tokyo and vicinity : —

Plum-blossoms (Ume). January-February,

Kameido and Kinegawa, close to Mukojima.
Kamada, between Omori and Kawasaki.

Ckerry-blossoms (Sakura). Early April.
Uyeno Park, Mukojima, Shiba Park, and Koganei.

Peonies (Botan).
From the end of April to the beginning of May.

Somei, at Florists* gardens.
Senkwa-yen, Azabu-ku.
Shokwa-yen, „

Wistarias (Fuji). Early in May.
Kameido.

Azarias (Tsutsuji). Early in May.
Okubo village, at Florists' gardens.

Irises (Hana-shobu). Early in June.
Horikiri, beyond Mukojima.

Morning Glories (Asagao).
From the end of July to the beginning of August.
Iriya, Shitaya-kn.

Lottis-Jlowers (Hasu or Ren). Beginning of August.

Shinobazu Pond, at Uyeno Park,
le the Imperial Castle moats.

Chrysanthemum (Kiku).
Beginning of November.
Dangozaka, Ushigome-ku.
Asakusa.

_ Maples (Momiji). Early of November.

Oji.
Kaian-ji, Shinagawa.

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There are several interesting places to see in Tokyoof
which the following are the most important : —

A VERY beautiful and well wooded park com-
SHiBA FAKK. prising 120 acres. The glorious shrine called
Z6j6-ji is situated in it. The temple is so
magnificent that |
the brilliancy of
the decorations
dazzle the eyes of
the on-lookers. It
contains the mau-
soleum of Toku-
gawa Shoguns and
also the .tomb of
the Shoguns. A
well known tea-
house known as
"Koyo-kwan" z5j6-ji temple.

(Maple Club) in
which a peculiar dance called Koyo-odori is performedcby girls.

BAZAAR. One of the most^ noted and largest of the kind
in Tokyo where every description of manufac-
tured articles, fine arts, etc., are exhibited and placed for sale.

A SMALL hill little north of the Shiba park.
When the weather is fine, the birds'-eye-view
over a part of the City and bay of Tokyo as
well as the Mt. Fuji in blue distance, affords charming views.

ATAGO-
YAMA.

SKNOAKU-

Is situated in the village of Takanawa about
1^2 miles south of the Shiba park. It is re-
nowned as the burial place of the " Forty-
Seven Ronins " who killed their Lord's enemy after an inspired
plot, and is the most favorite " material " in Japanese history

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The City of Tokyo.

rrlNZA-DORI.

in Kobiki-cho in
and Commercial

as a memory in the people*s hearts, as the model of faithful
subjects. A drama known as " Chushin-gura " is one of the
most popular plays in Japanese theatres. The tombs of those
heroes are here placed and visitors can be shown their ar-
mours, swords, and other relics on paying a small fee.

• . • • •

The name given to the ffldin street following
directly from the Shinbashi Station, turning to
the right and then crossing a small bridge called Shinbashi
and ends at Kyobashi bridge. It is the most flourishing
quarter in the City, all the houses being built in Semi-foreign
style.

There are many bazaars on the way where several kinds
of manufactured articles are sold at fixed prices.
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^^w..».r-rAT Or Sh5hin-Chinretsu-jo is

COMMERCrAL r ^l a • i.

charge of the Agriculture
MU«UM. Department.
Several specimens of both foreign and home manufactures
and raw materials are exhibited here and open to the public.

• « « •

A Shinto shrine erected in memory of those
who fell victims in honour of their country ;
the memorial services are held annually in May and November,
when horse racing
and wrestling are
indulged in and
fireworks are also
displayed. A Mu-
seum of Arms cal-
led YUSKIU-KVVAN

stands in front of
the shrine where
specimens of anti-
que Japaaese ar-
mours, swords,
spears, etc , are ex- sh6kon-sh a.

hibited and visitors can inspect these onpayment of a small fee.

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THE
IMPERIAL
PALACE.

The palace of H.I.M. the Emperor is situa-
ed on the central part of the capital covering
nearly 500 acres and are surrounded by a moat.

It was the stronghold of the Tokugawa Regents for a long-
time. On the
outside, there
is another
moat and be-
tweenthetwo
circles of
moats almost
all Govern-
ment Offices
and Foreign
Legations are
situated. On
the main en-
trance of the

Palace there is a stone bridge called Niju-hasJii (Double

Bridge). The public are not admitted inside the gate unless

having special permission issued to them.

NIJU-13ASHI.

BOFANiCAL ^ VERY cxtcnsivc and well laid out garden

G/^RDEN attached to the Imperial University. Great

varieties of Japanese and foreign plants are

cultivated here with great care, some of which can be

purchased.

* * • •

PARK '^^^ most famous and largest park in Tokyo,
Comprising nearly 138 acres, is the most popular
resort in the metropolis. Early in April, when the cherry
blossoms are in full bloom, thousands of pleasure-seeker*
wend their way thither. There are many tea-houses well
under the trees where visitors can take rest and obtain
relreshments. It is noted for its temples and tombs of Sho-

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UYENO PARK.

guns. After ascending the stone flights at the entrance of the
park, the visitors wi ll first notic e on the right side a bronze statue
of Saigo Taka-
MORi, leader of the
Satsuma Rebellion
in 1877, and also a
memorial monu-
ment just behind ;
it was erected in
commemoration of
the so called Sho-
gitai who was kil-
led by the Im-
perialists in the
Restoration War
in 1868. Close by

is a Buddhist temple of Kwannon. Descending to the main
road an avenue of cherry-trees can be reached where are
the best picnicking resort for the citizens in the best of season.
To the left is a noted pond of Shinobazu-no-ike. On a little

peninsular jet-
ting out into the
lake stands a
shrine dedicated
to "Ben ten," and
a restaurant cal-
led Choda-tei.
The lotus flow-
ers covering the
surface of the
lake furnishes a
lasting memory.
On the ground
around the lake
horse -racing are
A little further up is a branch

shinobazu pond.

held in Spring and Autumn.

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of Seiyoken Hotel from which delightful views are affbrded.
Following along the main road a rustic gate, bullet- riddled, can
be observed. A gigantic stone lantern just inside of the gate
is said to be one of the three of the biggest in Japan. Going
straight on through a stone Torii near to the gate, the temple
of Toshogu stands, dedicated to Tokugawa lyeyasu. The
building is of exquisite workmanship with elaborate carvings.
Again coming to the main road the Imperial Museum is
situated where antique works of art are exhibited to the pub-
lic. The Bazaar or the " Shohin Chinretsu-jo " there is one of
the biggest in the metropolis where manufactured articles
of every description are on show and for sale. The Zoolo-
gical Garden is within a short .walk about 2 cho from the
bazaar. There are also the Imperial Library, Academy of
Music, Fine Art School, a panorama show, the Nippon Bijitsu
Kyokai (Japan Fine Art Association) in which exhibitions are
held twice annually.

ASAKUSA
TKMPLK.

The oldest temple in Tokyo, dedicated to
Kwannon (the Goddess of Mercy). Thousands
of votaries and sightseers gather here all the
time. Number of shows, jugglars, etc are seen in the park thus

making it a
most popular
resort. Ry^-
un-kakii is a
twelve- stori-
ed tower, 200
feet high,
erected in
1890 from
which splen-
did bird's-
eye-view of
the city and

NIOMON GATE.

surrounding may be obtained.

There is an Exhibition of
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The City of Tokyo,

Coral Works known as SatigQ-kakti and an Aqu^ium (Suizgku-
kwan) in which ev^ry kind of fish and marine animals may
be seen. « » » «

A Buddhist temple in which thousands of
EKo IN citizens who perished in the awful conflagra-

TEMP.K tion occurred in 1657 are buried. But now it

is well renowned throughout the Empire as the great wrestling
ground where sports are held twice a year generally in Janu-
ary and May. Then the wrestlers settle their positions in the
Wrestler's Circle for the ensuing half year.

» ' » » »

On the east bank of the river Sumida is a long
muk5jima. avenue of cherry trees extending over a mile
along the banks. In early April when the blossoms are in
its best, when one walks along the banks one feels as if he
was going

Holidays. Tourists who visit the capital in that season should
not miss the opportunity to be there. There are many suit-
able restaurants and tea houses on the way well shaded under
the trees which present picturesque views. There is also a
University Eoat-House on the banks from which annual
regattas are held by the students of the Imperial University
and other institutions during the season.

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KAMEIDO

TENIIN.

Commonly known as Kameido, is situated to
the South of Mukqjima. It is built in memory
of Sugawara Michizane. In front of the shrine
is a, large pond across which the Sori-hashi or semi-circular

bridge is span-
ned. It is noted
for its wisteria,
when in May the
blossom is in full
bloom, hanging
down in long
clusters from trel-
lis over the pond
affords a splendid
view, visited by
many pleasure-
seekers. There
are also number

WISTERIA AT KAMEIDO.

of plum trees.

iRisiS(^F Not far from Mukojima, the village of Hori-

HORiKiKi. kiri can be reached. The place is noted for

its iris flowers, I
in the middle
of June, when
they are in their I
best attracts many
visitors during the |
season.

IRISES GARDEN,

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Or Kaiuahirnki^ is one of the most popular
''"^^ festival in Tokyo, held in summer time, or-

RivER FETE, ganised by the tea-houses on the bank of the
river Sumida at the vicinity of the well known bridge " K io-
goku-bashi." The festival is generally held in July (invariably
on Sunday evening) but sometime in August. Thousands of
citizens make excursions in Japanese junks to spend a joyful
evening when magnificent fireworks are displayed,

EXCURSIONS FROM TOKYO.

The village of 6ji is the most delightful re-

°^^- treats in the suburb of Tokyo, about five

miles. It is noted for its cherry blossoms in spring in Asuka-

yama park and maple tints in Autumn lining the banks of

the little stream called Taki-no gawa.

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Also favorite picnic resort, about three miles

west of the Capital, commanding fine views of

Mt. Fuji in the distance. The principal sights are the great

temple of Fudo ; and the graves of Shirai Gompachi and

KoMURASAKi, the hero and heroine of the favorite love story.

. There are many tea-houses and many other temples.

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Lies on the banks of the river Tama-gawa,
KUTAGO. ^ miles far from Tokyo, can be reached by

jinrikisha. Splendid views of Mt. Fuji is obtained. In sum-
mer time fishing of ^/, a kind of trout, is the most fashionable
amusement. Japanese boat with fishermen can be hired
and they catch them with nets of peculiar shape.
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Noted for cherry avenue, 1%. miles long, and

KOGANEI. , . . , V , . \,

maples m Autumn, and for azaleas m May.
It is reached by train-to Sakai on th6 -Hachoji line, % hour
from Shinjiku Junction and yi hour ride on jinrikisha.

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lEMPLK OF

NARiTA. A FAMOUS Shinto shrine dedicated to the
Goddess Fudo, the most popukr deity.

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Ikegami and Kawasaki temples— See Route 13.

WHERE TO MAKE PURCHASES IN TOKYO,

BOOKS AND STATIONERY.

Maruya & Co., Z. P., 14-16 Tori Sanchome, Nihonbashi-ku.
Kyoyeki Shosha, 13-15 Takekawa cho, Kyobashi-ku.
JQjiya, 2 Ginza Sanchome, „

Sansei-do, Urajinbo-cho, Kanda-ku.

CONFECTIONERY.

Fugetsu-do, Minaminabe-cho, Kyobashi-ku.
Shinkine, Terifuri-cho, Nihonbashi-ku.
DRY GOODS.

Mitsui Gofukuten, Suruga-cho, Nihonbashi-ku.
Echigoya Gofukuten, 25 Gofuku-cho, „
FINE ART CURIOS.

Mikawa Bros. Co., 10 Hatago-cho Itchcme, Kanda-ku.
Yoshizawa, Minami Kinroku-cho, Kyobashi ku.
Ikeda & Co., S., 13 Owari-cho Nichome, Kyobashi-kn.
Kobayashi, K., (Joko), 21 Yumi-cho, „

GOLD AND SILVER WARES.
Nakano Yozo (Nakanoya), Gofuku-cho, Nihonbashi-ku.

IVORY WORKS.
Murata, K., Yokoyama-cho Nichome, Nihonbashi-ku.

PHOTOGRAPHERS.
Yegi, S., 3 Maruyamacho, Shiba-ku.
Ogawa, K., 13 Hiyoshi-cho, „

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SILK AND EMBROIDERIES.

lida, S. (Takashima-ya), i Nishi Konya-cho, Kj'obashi-ku.
Hattori, K., Sukiya-cho, Kyobashi-ku.

POSTAGE STAMPS.
Suwa, M., Tatami-cho, Kyobashi-ku.
Nait5, 1., Tsukiji Nichome, „

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Kobe, Remarks,

KOBE

CH.

Hyogo

Takatori

Suma

45 Visit Suma and neighbour-

Shioya

30 hood.

Tarumi

Maiko

28 Visit Maiko.

Akashi

76 Visit castle and temple of

Okubo

7 1 Hitomaru.

Tsuchiyama

Kakogawa

26 Alight for Takasago temple.

Hoden

Sone

Gochaku

HIMEJI Jet

. 34

05 Change for Bantan line.

Aboshi

Tatsuno

Naba

Une

Kamigori

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Mitsuishi

. 63

Yoshinaga

Wake

Mantomi

Seto

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Names of Stations,

Kobe, ,

Remarks.

CM. /
091

Visit Public Garden.

OK A YAM A Jet...

.. 89

Change for Chugoku Ry.

Niwase

Kurashiki ... .

Tamashima ... .

.. 104

Konjin

.. 108

Kamogata

Kasaoka

.. ii6

Daimon

lao

Fukuyama ... .

.. 125

Matsunaga ... .

.. 132

ONOMICHI... .

.. 137

Itosaki

143

Mihara

.. 145

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Hongo

.. 15T

Kochi

.. 158

Shiraichi

.. 164

Sajjo

.. 170

Hachihonmatsu .

•. 173

Seno

.. 180

Kaidaichi ... .

.. 185

HIROSHIMA ..

,. 189

62 Visit Hiroshima and neigh-

Yokogawa ... .

.. 191

bourhood.

Koi

•• 193

Itsukaichi

• 197

Hatsukaichi ... .

199

MIYAJIMA

.. 203

21 Alight for Scicred Island of

Kuba

.. 209

Miyajima.

Otake

212

Iwakuni

.. 215

Fijjiu

.. 219

.. 225

Kojiro

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Obatake

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Names of Stations,

Kobe,

CH.

Yanaitsu

236

Tabuse

239

Iwata

243

Shimada

246

Kudamatsu

253

Tokuyama

258

Fukugawa

262

Tonomi

270

MITAJIRI

274

Daido

279

Ogori

285

Kagawa

288

Ajisu

Funaki

297

OncKia

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Asa... ^.

307

Habu

312

Ozuki

316

Chofu

320

Ichinomiya

323

Hatabu

326

SHIMONOSEKIJct

329

Remarks,

SUMA

VERY pleasant sea-side village, having a lo vely view

of the Awaji]

Island in front.
There are many tea-
houses and inns along
the sea shore in which
" Hoyo-in" is consi-
dered the best, situat-
ed about the fine pine-
woods. Many summer
villas of Kobe, Osaka
and Kyoto foreio^ners re-
sidents also are built. suma.

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RUMA-DHKA.

Rcmte rS, 211

It is one of the very good sea-bathing places and is crowded
during summer time.

• • • •
yi mile to the north.

The temple belongs to the Shingon sect,
erected in 886. It contains many treasures
which are shown to the public, on payment of a small fee. Many
cherry trees here attract thousands of visitors in spring time
when the blossoms are in full growth.

• * * *

% mile to the west.
iCHiNO-TANi Very remarkable valley among Japanese, as
the serious battle stage between Minamoto

and Taira clans took place here.

• • » •

SHIOYA.

Here the Beach House Hotel (Foreign) has a pleasant
beach for sea-water bathing and is visited by many foreigners
from Kobe during the hot season. This hostelry can be
reached by sea-water route from Kobe.

MAIKO.

This is the most pictyresque spot opposite the rugged rocks
of Awaji Island. There are here numerous pine trees with pecu-
liar shaped bran-
ches, stretched on
every side just as
if a dancer's hand,
hence the name of
M a i k o. On the
shore, a range of
tea-houses includ-
ing Kameya, Man-
kame, Sakaiya,
Shokiku-r5, etc.
provide fresh fish
and sea.water baths

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212 The Sof^o Railway Line.

and supply refreshments. The distance between Maiko
and the majestic Awaji Island is only two miles across. It
commands a very fine view of the straits, which many properly
call the Eastern entrance to the far-famed Inland Sea.
Steamers and sailing vessels always pass the Straits adding:
charming views. In summer, number of guests visit here
as a sea side resort.

• • • «

AKASHI

Is one of the principal towns of Harima province situated
on the sea shore, having hills on the background.

A very conspicious castle situated m the

THE CASTLE. , _: . • . u i.- j *u i— -.

wooded emmence just behmd the City, now
turned into a public garden.

Is situated on the hill at the right-side of the
"tkmpI^e*^" castle, dedicated to the well known poet
Kakinomoto Hitomaru. In front of the shrine
is a small cherry tree called Mojo-jsakura which is stated
to have been the stick of a blind man. A lovely exten-
sive view of the bay and vicinity can be obtained from tbp
hill.

Sea bath is on the ^hore about }i mile down the station,
« « « «

KAKOGAWA.

2 miles south from the Kakogawa S.

This temple is dedicated to 6hirume-no-

TKMPtK Mikoto, Susano-no-Mikoto and Inada Hime.

The giant old pine tree called Takasago-no-

Afatsu is situated in the compound ol the temple, the pine

contains two- sex leaves, in one trunk growing together with

branches stretching in every direction like an umbrella.

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An ancient shrine noted for its old bell which

ONOYK-No- is said to have been brought back from Corea

TsuRiGANH ^y ^q Empress Jingo after her great ex-

(bell). pedition to Corea. It measures 3 feet 3 inches

in height, t% feet in circumference 1% inches in thickness.

There is also a large pine tree called Aioi-no.Matsu in front
of the bell renowned for its two-sex leaves in one trunk, its
branches reach all directions like an open umbrella.

H D E N.

isHi-No-Ho- The temple is situated on the slope of a hill.

DHN STONE It IS of square shape, 25 feet in height. It

TKiMPi.K. seems to have been cut out of a huge stone

and the top or roof is turned to the west side, surrounded by

a small pond, depicting as if the temple is floating on the

water.

There are many subordinate shrines and also beautiful
cascades and huge rocks here. The place affords very hand-
some views. * * » »

HIMEJI

The largest town in the province of Harima, surrounded
by hills on the north-east with a population of over 33,000.

« • • «

Situated just outside of the station, is a five-
storied building, 800 feet high, erected by

Akamatsu Sadanori in
1339- Now it is occupied
by the loth Army Divi-

A HIGH

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vered by thick cedar
trees ; on the ether slope
stands a large ttmple

THE CASTLK.

THE CASTLE,

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called Yenkioji, dedicated to Kwannon erected lo centuries

ago.

« • • «

akD

Lies 8>^ miles downward from Naba station renowned
for its salt manufactures, tlie best quality in Japan. The place
is the native town of the 47 Romns and the temple has the
Tombs and Statues of stone, but, both the castle and the tem-
ple are partly in ruins at present.

• * • •

OKAYAMA,

One of the most flourishing Cities along the Sanyo rail-
way line, is the principal town ot Bizen province. It was
the castle town of Ikeda Sash5sh5 in the feudal times.

The area is Yt mile wide and lYz miles in length, with a
population of over 40,000.

Inns.

Miyoshino-kadan, near Station ; Jiyusha, Kamino-cho.
Nishiki-yen, Kami-idzushi ; Tokiwagi, within Maruyama park.

« « « «

/ mile east from, the Station.

Is situated on the north-eastern part of the
OK A V AM A City ; was built by Bizen-no-Kami Munetaka in
CASTLK. ^j^g jgj.j^ century. It is of five stories and the

walls are protected by a black board hence ; it is called

" Raven Castle."

/ mile east from the Station,

Is on the south-eastern out skirt of the City just

HORAKu KN ou the opppsite sidc of the river Asahigawa. It

. ^^P*^^* is one of the three noted gardens in Japan,

being the finest specimen of Japanese gardener's Art on a large

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scale. It was con-
structed by Iked a
Tsunamasa in 1686.
i'he ground mea-
sures 37 acres.
Water coming in
from Asahigawa
forms beautiful cas-
cades pouring into
the ponds in the cen-
tre ; many small is-
lands are here with
fine trees; houses
surround the ponds,
and all are accessible by bridges. There are here some large
buildings picturesquely situated, one of which is called
" RiUTEN." Cranes are kept on the lawn in front of a build-
ing known as Enyo-tei and they are very tame. Cherry,
maple, plum and other beautiful plants are thickly planted
here in different shapes and are attractive in every season
throughout the year.

Outside of ihe park is situated a museum where the
principal production of Okayamaken are exhibited.
* » » »

2 miles south-east of the City,

OKAVAMA PARK.

KAIRAKU-
VEN.

many trees.

Also called Higashiyama park, is situated on
the hill east of the City. There are here

ONOMICHI.

Inns: Hamakicki, Kakusui-kwan.
Is a renowned seaport having steam communication with
every port. The population is 25,000.

The principal products are manure and mats.

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Has the best view over the City and port.

SI -J I. There is here a huge rock called Eboshi-yama,

48 feet high. Ascending to the top of the hill there is a

plain called "Senjojiki," the place where the ancient castle

stood.

Is half way up the Atago hill founded some

SAlKOILU-lIt

1500 years ago. The building was a very
splendid one before it was destroyed by fire ; the gate only
remains. The temple contains many splendid paintings and
written scriptures. ,

Is said to have been founded by Shotoku-
' TAisHi some 1600 years ago. It has many
valuable and rare treasures bestowed by Ashikaga Takauji.

NIWASE

About 2 miles north of tlie Station.

It is the most gorgeous in the western part of
^^NSHA Jsipa^ ^"^ is of great antiquity. On approaching

the thickly wooded hill, a large Torii made of
granite is first noticed, and after passing it is seen the Haiden
(Oratory) standing 18 by 90 feet in height ; the corridor 34 by
27 feet and the main shrine 62 by 56 feet dimensions.

To the west of Haiden^ there is a long gallery 1,080 feet
which leads to the Hosotanigawa on the upper part of which
a cascade called Otowano-taki is located.

FUKUYAMA

Inns: Fugetsu, Seifu-r6, Dai-ume.

The seat of a Daimyo called Abe Ise-no-Kami. It is
the Capital of Bingo province containing 15,000 inhabitants.

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THE CASTLB. ^^ preserved in good state; its high staiAvays
in the main building is 720 feet from the
ground. It is now opened to the public as a park from which
a fine and extensive view of the locality can be obtained.

HIROSHIMA

Inns : Mizoguchi, Naganuma, Kikkawa.

The largest and most important City in the western part
of Japan and is the capital of Aki province, containing 120,000
inhabitants. It was the castle town of Asano's family in the
feudal time.

« « « »

Among many places to be visited in Hiroshima the fol-
lowing are the most important : —

THE castle. The castle was erected by Muri Terumoto in

1592. It is now occupied by the Fifth Army

Division. During the Japan-China War the Head-quarter

of the army was located here with the Emperor at the head

of affairs.

• « • «

SENTBi. A LANDSCAPE garden of Asano family compri-
sing about 10 acres. There is here a big pond
with small islands. A building called Seifu-tei in which the
owner took rest from which the most picturesque views of the
gardens are to be seen.

FUTABA PARK. SITUATED ou the northern part of the City
along the north side of the Kanda river.
There are many clierry and maple trees under which a number
of tea-houses are provided.

A shrine here is called Nigitsu-jinsha. From the top of
the hill extensive views over the City can be obtained*

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MIYAJIMA,

Sometimes called Itsukushima, is a thickly wooded sacred
Island off the Straits at a distance of only two miles
from the Miyajima station, and is connected both by steam
ferry and Japanese boat,
the former can reach
the place in a j^ hour
and the latter in 40 mi-
nutes. It is one of the
three Beautiful Sights
in Japan.

The island rises to a
height of about 1800 feet.
The large Torii stands
in the sea 600 feet away
from the shrine, 50 feet miyajima.

high, and the circumference is 33 feet.

The shrine dedicated to " Benten," situated on the
northern sea shore ; the galleries of 900 feet long extend on
both sides as spreading wings and skirt out to the sea, and at
high tide the water often covers up to such a height that the
approach is wholly submerged.

Several hundred iron lan.erns are hung overhead giving
a very beautiful view when they throw the light on the water.
Passing along 400 feet of the gallery and turning twice to the
right the visitor will first reach a dancing stage 80 by 40 feet
beyond which is an oratory and the main shrine 80 by 40 feet
wide. In front of the dancing stage and oratory is Taka Botai,
from which another stage of 42 feet is projecting into the sea
and is called Tong's head.

The visitor will then enter the passage way of the left side
of the gallery which is the way out.

Senjojlki is on a hill near the shrine. It was built by the
Great Taiko who visited this island on returning from his
Corean Expedition. Very good views may be obtained from
hte building.

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Turning to the right from Senjojiki there is a narrow street
where carved wares made of pine and bamboos, which are
the chief production of the island, are sold.

Momiji'dani or Maple Valley, can be reached after passing
through the narrow street. The maples on both sides of the
va ley are magnificent in Autumn, and as it is a very nice and
cool place with silvery cascades ; a large number of visitors
call here in summer time to spend a pleasant day.

There are many inns and tea-houses here for pilgrims,
of which Iwaso is the best.

IWAKUNI,

A principal town of Suwo province, formerly the castle
town of the Daimyo Kikkawa.

The town is situated along the river Nishiki-gawa over
which a bridge known as Kintai-bashi is to be seen.

As the Nishiki-gawa forms rapids in many
KiNTAi places a common bridge cannot be- spanned
over it and the Daimyo designed and construct-
ed a permanent bridge,
— a quaint and curious
bridge was the result ; it
was first constructed in
1673, when foreign style
of building were quite
unknown. The bridge
consists of five semi-
circular arches which
rest on large stone piers
33 by 18 feet, sunk to
the depth of 50 feet, and

all the stones composing this structure were cemented together

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with lead. It is 900 feet long and its highest part is 80 feet

above the water.

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SHIMONOSEKI,

Commonly called Bakan or Akamagaseki, is situated at
the southern end of the Mainland facing Moji in the Kiushiu
island across the Shimonoseki Strait. It has many historical
connections, the fierce battle between Minamoto and Taira
clans known as " Dannoura Battle " was fought here in 1863; a
combineded squadron of British, French, Dutch and American
bombard and destroyed the batteries erected at the en-
trance to the Strait by the Prince of Choshiu for the pur-
pose of barring the passage of foreign vessels ; in recent
times it has derived importance from the fact that the Treaty of
Peace between China and Japan was concluded there after the
war 1894-5, therefore it is known as the " ShimonosekiTreaty."

It is the most important shipping center.

The town lies on the north side of the Strait and the
street facing which is almost about 2 miles in length.

KAMEVAMA Js situated on the top of a hill along Jinguji-

TEMPLE "*

cho, dedicated to Emperor Ojin, erected about a
thousand years ago. It is one of the most noted and oldest

temples in Shimonoseki,
The ground is thickly
wooded, and extensive
views over the town and
the bay can be obtained.
A palm tree near the
Haiden (Oratory) is said
to have been brought
back by the Great Taiko
when he returned from
Corea. Annual festival
is held on the 15th of

KAMEVAMA-JINSHA.

September, old style.

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Was erected by a priest in 859 afid is dedi-.

AKAMAGA- cated to the Emperor Antoku who drowned

himself at sea on the last serious battle of

Minamoto and Taira clans. It is surrounded by hills at the

back, and the bay in front affords a very fine view. On the

back of the shrine are the tombs of Taira's family.

1 he annual festival is held on the 24th March, old style.
« * * *

Is situated on the eastern shore of the town,
DANNOORA. renowned among Japanese as the battle stage

of the Minamoto and Taira clans ; a small stream
called Minori-gawa is also noted in connection with the battle.
A peculiar kind of kami (crabs) is found here, its back resem-
(les a man's face in excitement, and a kind of fish called
" Ko-Heike " is also found here, its color is gold spotted with
white. Tradition says that the souls of Taira clan, after
the failure in the battle with Minamoto, changed into kami
bmale) and fish (female).

« • « *

A Japanese inn situated on the slope of a
SHUNPAN-RO. hill called Shiseki-yama. It became known as

the meeting place of the Chinese Statesman
Li Hung Chung and the Japanese representatives for conclud-
ing the Treaty of Peace.

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gHE line is one of the five biggest trunk lines in Japan
and the longest of all. Uyeno (Tokyo) is the starting
point of the line having other branch lines on the
way. The main line reaches to the port of Aomori via those
flourishing towns of Omiya, Utsunomiya, Fukushima, Sendai
and Morioka. (456 miles 71 chains).

Among the many branch lines the following are the most
important : —

At Takata junction a branch line runs to Sendai calling
at Tomobe, Mito.

At Omiya junction a branch line starts to Takasaki where
it is connected with another line and runs as far as Naoyetsu
and Niigata.

At Oyama junction, two branch lines are set, of which
the left line runs to Mayebashi via Ashikaga and Kiriu
while the right side line runs off* to Mito via Tomobe junction.

At Utsunomiya junction, a branch line runs to Nikko.

The chief sights along the Main Line are as fol^
LOWS : —

3 miUs from Uraiva S.

The park stands on the hill south-west of the

OKLINO PARK. ^ r . • ,

town of same name compnsmg nearly 4 acres.
The ground is covered with thousands of old
cherry trees, and is a good retreat for pleasi^e-seekers.

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I mile from Omiya S,

A Shinto temple called Hikawa-jinsha stands
OMIYA PA Kxc. in the park. It is dedicated to Susano-no-

Mikoto and two other deities. It is a good
summer resort and the place is noted for its fire-flies. A
restaurant called Takashima-ya furnish foreign food.

• • * •

UTSUNOMIYA,

The capital of Tochigj prefecture, was formerly the
castle town of a Daimyo. Visitors to the Nikko temple should
change train to that of the Nikko branch. Among many
places to visit in Utsunomiya the Public Park called Nishi-
yama Koyen stands on a hill containing a Shinto temple.
Extensive views over the City can be obtained here. South to
the park is the castle which is now opened to public as a

garden.

• • « •

i4.milesfrom Nishi Nasuno S.
MINERAL The place affords very delightful scenery and
is famous for its maple trees in Autumn.

» • » «

JO miles from fCnroiso S,
NASU ^

MINERAL The spring stands at the foot of the volcano
SPRING. of the same name 2750 ft. above the sea level.

The use of the spring is beneficial for skin diseases.

• * » «

FUKUSHIMA.

Formerly the castle town of Daimyo Itakura, and now
the seat of the government of Fukushima prefecture. It is
the center of the trade in raw silk and silkworms* eggs.

« « « «

I mile from Fukushima S,

V riiL^o r» ;. Stands at the northern end of the town. From
the top of the park fine views of the town of
Fukushima can be obtained.

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SENDAI,

Formerly the castle town of Daimyo Date, is the seat
of the local government of Miyagi prefecture and the
Second Army Division is located here. It is the most import-
ant and prosperous town in the north-eastern provinces. The
area is nearly one square mile with a population of 75,000.
The chief productions are the manufactured articles made of
fossil wood known as " Jindai-sugi " also the silk stuff called
Shifu-ori and Sendai-hira,

* 41 * •

The castle is on the right bank of the river
AOBA-NO- ,,. , ^ , ^. X

SHiRO. Hirose to the west of the City. It was erected

by Date Masamune but was partially destroyed

at the time of the civil war in 1868. It is now occupied by the

commandaning officer of the Second Army Division.

The temple of Zuiho-ji stands on the southern
zuihO-ji gj^j^ Qi ^^^ ^^^^ where the families of the Dai-

TSMPLK

myo Date are buried. In the Shinden is placed
the statue of Date Masamune who despatched a mission to
the Pope at Rome in 1614 when the country did not counte-
nance any intercourse with the outer world. Many other
beautiful temples were destroyed here in the war of 1868.

Lies at the northern end of the town; is dedi-
AOBA iiNSHA. ^^^^^ ^^ j2)ate Masamune. Extensive views of
the City is obtained from the hill.

« » « »

SAKURA-OKA ^^ situated at the southern end of the City. A
PARK. temple of same name stands on the ground.

Two old plum trees near the Torii is said to have been brought
by Masamune from Corea.

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SHioGAM % ^^ Sendai a branch line carries passengers to

TEMPLE. ^, . . . ,r u

Shiogama in half an hour.
The temple stands on a densely wooded hill only Yi mile
west of the station. The word Shio-gama means " Salt-Cauld-
ron " and the deity here is said to have discovered and
taught to the people how to make salt by evaporation from
sea-water. The most remarkable object is an iron lantern,
six feet high, presented by the warrior Idzumi Saburo in 1187.
In front of an inn called Yebiya are seven " Divine Cauld-
rons " of which only four still remain, each being nearly 5 feet

in diameter.

« « • •

Or Pine-clad Islands, are the collective name
MATSUSHiMA. gjven to the numerous islands scattered about
the bay of Shiogama. It is one of the Three
Beautiful Scenes in Japan. The best way to visit Matsushima
is to row from Shiogama among the islands to the hamlet
of Matsushima. It is a
very favorite place, the
journey thither taking
about two hours. It is
said that the islands
number 808 of which the
heights are from 60 ft.
to 80 ft. in average
while the highest one is
300 ft.

Matsushima is a small
village 2 miles from the
station of same name.

Many inns are built along the coast, of which the Matsushima
Hotel and Kwangetsu-tei are the best. Among many sights
in the neighbourhood are Zuigan-ji temple, and Kwanzan-tei.

Tomiyama is a hill about five miles from Matsushima.
The visitors desiring to see general panoramic view of the
archipelago should not fail to ascend to this hill. About

MATSUSHIMA.

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ten minutes ascent visitors can get to the summit where is a
temple called Taikqji from which one*s eyes wonder over a
maze of islets and promontories.

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% mile from Hiraizumi 5,

The temple was founded by Jikaku Daishi in
CHUSON-ji the 9th century. The buildings once num-
TBMPLK. bered as many as forty but were destroyed by
fire. The Konjiki-do (Golden temple) is coated with gold on
biack lacquered ground. There are statues of Yoshitsune and
Cenkei which are said to be their handiwork, many old paint-
ings a;id carvings are also preserved.

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MORIOKA.

Formerly the castle town of Daimyo of Nambu and now

t e capital of Iwate prefecture.

The town is pretily situated on the east coast of Kitakami-

gawa in a plain guarded by mountains.

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'"'-■-" :;Aj13Q^ called iwate-yama commonly known

as Nambu-fuji as the shape resembles Mt.
Fuji in Suruga province. The mountain stands nearly 21
miles north of Morioka 6,800 ft. above the sea level. The
visitors coming frrom Morioka should proceed to Yanagisawa
by jinrikisha thence on horseback to Umagaeshi, from then,
the paths become steep and zigzzg for 6 miles to the spot. A
temple of same name is in the volcano cave.

The annual festival is held on the 25th of May by old
calendar. On the slope of the mountain two sulphor springs
— Daishaku and Amihari— are Situated.

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AWOMORI.

The northern terminus ^f the Nippon Railway, standi at

the head of the bay of same 4iame. .^ ...!_..

It is the seat of the government of Aomori prefecture.

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Awomori faces Hakodate in Hokkaido Island across the
Tsugaru Strait. Steamers connect twice daily between Awo*
mori and Hakodate as well as Mororan.

Among the chief sights along the branch lines the follow-
ing are the most important and worth visiting : —

Can be reached from Tokyo in 5>^ hours by
'> the Nippon Railway Line changing train at

Ulsunomiya junction to the Nikko branch, A Japanese pro-
verb says : — ^^ Nikko mi-
nai tichi wa kekko to
iuna " — until you have
seen Nikko, do not say
'* kekko " /. e. grand and
splendid. Nature, Art
and History have been
alike prodigal to Nik-
ko. It is throned in
the midst of mountains
and forests ; and solemn,
magnificent cryptomina
groves. Nikko posses-
ses a two-fold charm, of nature and of art

VOMEI GATE.

It lies 2,000 ft.
abijve the sea with pure
and cool atmosphere
making It a favorite sum-
nier resort The neigh-
bourhood abounds in
s ethnic attractions of
uaifiialls, cascades, etc

SACRED BKIDOE.

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The chief objects of interest in Nikko are as follows : —

Mihashi, The Sacred Red Lacquer Bridge, formerly it was
only opened for the Shogun.

Mangwan-ji or Rinno-ji^ the principal temple.

Choyokwan, Formerly used as the reception hall of Shoguns
but now the summer residence of the Imperial
Princesses.

Sanimtsu-do, The Hall of the Three Buddhas including Thou-
sand-Headed Kwannon, Amida, Horse-Headed
Kwannon.

Sorin-to. A copper column 42 ft. high, of black color, erected
in 1643.

Public Garden, Well laid out garden, in Japanese style.

Mausoleum of lyeyasu. The elaborate gateways, shrines^ -bell-
towers and drum-tower etc., are all decorated
with handsome wood carvings of beasts, birds,
flowers and other objects. It contains many relics
of the Shogun and presents received from many
Daimyo and Sovereigns of Foreign Countries.

Yomei-mon. Exquisitely beautiful gate .with many carvings of
elegant workmanship.

J'uta-Arai-jinsha. The oldest shrine dedicated to Onamuchi-no-
Mikoto, God of Peace.

Afausoleum of lyemitsu. Not SO elaborate as his ^erand 'fa-
ther's. ♦' ' '■--'■

Hongu, The Shinto temple dedicated to Ajisuki-taka-hikone
erected by Shodo Shonin in 808 A.D.

Kaisan-do. A Red-Lacquered Building dedicated to Shcdo
Shonin, the pioneer of the niountain.

Shiraito-fuh- Taki or White- thread Cascade.

Walks in the neighbourhood are : —

Gamman-ga-fuchi (i mile). A very deep pool about 26 mittiAes

walk from the bridge along the course ^ of \ne

river Daiya-gawa.
Dainichi'do (i^ mile). Has a beautiful garden and a spring

which have purest water in the neighbourhood

of Nikko.

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Toyatfta (i mile)/ A hill from which extensive views of the

plains can be afforded.
Kirifuri-no-taki {^}4 miles), or the Mist- Falling Cascade. From

a tea house the most favorite views of the fall are

afforded.
Makkura-daki or Pitch-dark Cascade.
Nana-taki (2^ miles). A series of waterfalls and a temple

called Jakko.
The Deer Park or Goryo-chi situated in a small valley.
Urami-ga-taki (3)^ miles). A Back View of the Cascade 50 ft.

high.

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Lake-side Hotel, Kanava Hotel.

iTHUZftN-n Lies 8 miles from Nikko at the foot of Mt.
Nantai-zan 4,400 ft. above the sea. ^yi miles
in length and ^% miles in breadth. The lake abounds with
many fish es|>ecially salmon, and trout. It is charming at all
hours especially on the way from Nikko to Chuzen-ji ; the best
time to visit the place is in May and June when the azalea is
in its full bloom.

Kegon-no-taku Is also a famous waterfall 250 ft. high.
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•,.- *^.,,-. Excursion to the copper mines of Ashio from

THE ASM 10 ^, ... . . «,,

COPPER MiNJts. Chuzen-ji is a nice trip. The mine is of copper

• . . which is the most extensive in Japan and is

said to be the largest in the Far East.

It lies in a deep valley 2,300 ft. above the sea level. There

are two mines called Ashio and Kotaki, the former is more

important. It can be visited in one day.

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ASCFNT or The mountain is 8,150 ft. above the sea level.
NANTAi-ZAN. Ascent can be made in 3 hours but the road is
very steep. From the summit it affords very charming views
and the most attractive features is to see the sun rising^ and
therefore, the visitors are recortimended to begin the ascent
very early. It can also be reached by climbed from Yumoto.

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YUMOTO Situated 7 miles distant from Chuzen-ji, lies
HOT SPRING. s^QOoft. abovc the sea. There are 10 springs
altogether.

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Is a volcano mountain 8,800 ft. above the sea.
SHI RANK-SAM. jj^g asccnt takes 4 hours but the road is rough

and steep,

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MURAMATSU, KiNDAYU HOTEL.

Can be reached by train to Maebashi and tp
Shibukawa (8>^ miles) by tramway and thence
6 miles by jinrikisha. It can also be reached from Takasaki
by tram directly.

Ikao is one of the best summer resorts in Japan 2,700 ft. -
high from the sea.

The houses are built on the tarrace along the slope of
Mt. Haruna.

The spn-ing contain small quantities of iron and sjuilphate
of Soda, with a temperature of 113° F.

Excursion from Ikao can be made to : —
Yumoio ; ^ mile distant.
Mushi-yu\ 1% miles, % hour walk, from Yumoto. Sulphurous

gases come out from holes in the ground, the

tempearature is no — 130° F.
Nanayeno-taki \ or the Seven-Fold Cascade ///. is % hour's

walk down,
Kortpira-smt ; % hour's climb. Commands a Grand View.
Alizusawa Kwaunon ; Contains six bronze images of Jizo.
Ilarufta \ Lies 4>4 miles far. A beautiful lake and mountain

hJEiving a temple of same name.
Akagi-san ; A general name give to a circular range of peaks.

It is a good excursion from Ikao, taking 2 days.
Kusatsu ; A famous spring of Kusatsu is seen here. 32 miles

from Ikao, 4,500 ft. above the sea. A good

stimoser resprc

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234 "^ff Nipp&h Railway Line.

Manpei Hotel;
Can be reached in 5>^ hours frotri Tokyo
KARUizAWA. ijy yb\\, Lics Oil the west side of Usui-toge
4,000 ft. above the sea, surrounded by mountains. -.

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A FAMOUS active volcano mountain. 8,200 feet
ASAMA-VAMA. ^bove the sea, can be reached on horse-back"^
in one day from Karuisawa.

The circumference of the crater is U mile, and 1,000 feet in
diameter. From the summit extensive views can be obtained.
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NAGANO.

Nanago is the seat of prefectural government of same
name. It can be reached in 9 hours from Tokyo. It is noted
in connection with the temple of Zenko-ji.

The temple was founded in 670 A.D, dedicated to Amida
Nyorai. It is one of the most celebrated temples in Japan
and is visited by thousands of pilgrims from every quarter
of the Empire.

There are three images of Buddha which was presented
by the King of Corea 552 A.D. The roof of the main temple
is said to be supported by 136 pillars and with more than
60,000 supports. The annual festival are held on the 15th
March.

Can be reached from. Tokyo from the junction

■ of Oyama, thence by Mito line to Shimodate,

and there take jinrikisha to Tsukuba-machi to a distance of 8

miles. It is situated 2,028 ft. high above the sea. There is

also a temple of same name.

MITO,

Formerly the seat of a Daimyo, a member of Tokugawa
family, and now it is the seat of the local government.

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KATRAKU-EN ^Lso Called Tolciwa-Koycn ; stands i mile
GARDEN. south-west of the town. It was laid out by
Rekko (Prince of
Mito) in 1842.

The ground is
about 25 acres
containing many
plum trees. A
summer house
here is called Ko-
bun-tei, a temple,
Tokiwa-jinsha, is
dedicated to the
families of the
Daimyo.

THE PARK.

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SECTION VI.

THE ISLAHD OP KIUSHIU.

ROUTE 17.

THE

KIUSHIU RAILWAY LINS,

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ROUTE 17.

THE EIUSHIU RAILWAY LINE.

^lUSHIU lies in the southerly part of the four largest
islands of the Empire. The island played a most
prominent part in Japanese history. The first Emperor
Jimmu set forth with his vassals on his career of adventure and
conquest ; the Expeditron of Empress Jingo and of the Great
Taiko against Corea, were undertaken ; Mendez Pinto and
the Portuguese missionaries first landed here, and thence the
acquaintance with European was made. The Kiushiu Railway
passes through the six provinces of Buzen, Bungo, Chiku-
zen, Chikugo, Hizen and Higo, connecting with the princi-
pal towns of Moji, Kokura, Fukuoka, Kurume, Kumamoto,
Saga and Nagasaki. It traverses those districts possessing
immense wealth of agricultural and mineral resources as
well as the most beautiful scenery.

The company possesses four lines viz., — the Yatsushiro
line, the Nagasaki line, the Hoshiu line and the Chikuho line.

THE Chief Sights along those lines are as follows : —

THE YATSUSHIRO LINE

MOJI.

Is situated across the Strait of Shimonoseki, the western
terminus of the Sanyo Railway, It is the most important coal
depot where all coal produced in Kiushiu are carried to
this port and shipped. It is the starting point of the Kiushiu
railway.

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Kftso Commands bird's-eye view of Moji, Shimoao-

HACHiMAM. seki and the Straits of tlie same name as well
as the surrounding country.

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f- MBBARI-

JIN8HA. A VIEW ot world famsd picturesque rapids

may be seen.

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KOKURA.

The castle town of Lord Ogasawara, whose ancestor is
said to have discovered the Bonin Islands in 1593 and for
sometime owned it. It is now the seat of the 12th Army

Division.

I « • • • '

2 miles from Kokura^

Delightful views over the whole city of
Kokura and the Bay of Gankai-nada can be
I afforded from the hill. The place is celebrated for its cherry
blossom and attracts visitors during the Season.

FUKUOKA.

One of the most flourishing towns lying on a bay of the
Genkai-nada. Formerly the residence of the Kuroda family*
Lords of Chikuzen, A river divides the town into two differ-
ent parts, called Fukuoka and Hakata. Government Offices
banks, and other business enterprises are situated in the
former while the latter has the commercial section among
which rice and silk stuff called Hakata-ori are the most im-
portant.

Was erected by one of the origmal ancestor

THE cAsn.B. ^ , , ,, ^ , r . , J

of Lord Kuroda more than three hundred

years ago. It is now occupied by the 24th barracks.

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MANGYo-ji. One of the largest temples in Kiushiu.

EAST PARK.

Stand neighbourhood of Mangyo-ji. The
park is well laid out, densely filled with pine

trees. An extensive view of the surrounding country can

be obtained. • • •

Lies on a hill called Arato-yama, western part
WEST park, ofpukuoka. From the top of the hill it com-
mands pictorial view of the City and environs as well as the
mountain and the Genkai Nada.

2yr miles north from Futsukaichi S.

uA'AiFu ^^ ^^^ ^ reached by jinrikisha from the sta-
TEMiM.E. tion. This is one of the most celebrated

places in Kiushiu. It is dedicated to Sugawara-no-Michizane.

Various relics can be seen by applying to the priests.'-

KURUME.

Is on the left bank of the Chikugo river, it was the re-
sidence of Daimyo Arima's family.

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TAKARA Dedicated to Takenouchi Sukune, Prime
jiNSHA. Minister, Field Marshall and Admiral during

the reign of Empress Jingo. The view from this shrine is

delightful, comprising mountains, rivers, etc.

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\
A Shinto shrine erected in memory of the
siJnHN-c;u. ^ * , . . , , , , ^

Emperor Antoku ; is situated on the bank of

the Chikugo river. The shrine is crowded by thousands of

devotees.

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siuNo-YAMA. Stands on the site of the old castle of the
same name.

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KUMAMOTO.

Lies in the central portion of Kiushiu, four miles from the
mouth of the river Shira-kawa, which issues from the volcano
Aso. Formerly the seat of the Daimyo of Higo.

In the disastrous Civil Wars of 1886-7, the old City was
entirely destroyed by fire.

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THE cASTLF. Oii^ of the interesting sights of the tity, was
built by Kato Kiyomasa about three hundred
years ago, and took seven years of arduous labour to com-
plete same. The principal structure was burned to ashes in
1886, the great stone wall and the remaining buildings give
a good idea of the grandeour of the ancient citadel. It is
now used by the 6th Army Division. The hill near the railway
station is called Hanaoka-yama ; it was on this elevation that
the rebels in 1886 built torts and from there bombarded the
Castle. * • »

sHiMo- Recreation Ground, recently laid out on the
K A WAR A. bank of the river Shirakawa. A favorite plea-
sure resort for the citizens. There are many restaurants, tea-
houses, etc. * » «

A GARDEN laid out in Japanese style, only
SUIZEN-jr. ., ^ , . X .

two miles from the station. In its centre

is a lake from which issues a voluminous flow of clear and

extremely cold water, the temperature of which does not

change during the summer or winter.

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In addition to the above mentioned sights are the Fuji-
saki-jinsha, Kokuin-kei and Honm^^o-ji.

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NAGASAKI LINE.

SAGA.
The castle town of Daimyo Riuz6-ji, and afterward that
of Nabeshima, in the feudal times, being one of the largest
cities in Kiushiu.

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The Kiushiu Railway Line.

KAMINO-

chaya

/ mile from the railway station.

Was a pleasure resort of a Daimyo. Clearwater
from the Tafiise river is introduced into the garden. Hills^
stones, and trees make this spot the epitome of picturesque-
ness. « « «

^^ miles from the station,

MATSUBARA

jiNSHA. Where the remains of the Daimyo Nabe-
shima's families are placed.

M^NKRAi Derives its reputation from the hot spring.
spRiNo. From a hill above the baths charming views
over the surrounding country is seen.

THE CITY OF HAGASAKL

AGASAKI is situated at the western shore of Hizen
province of the Kyushiu Island in 130° 29^^ E.Long,
and 32° 4f/^ N. Lat. It is the oldest open port in

Japan. The trade with Portuguese was first commenced here

in 1571, continued by the Chinese in i629and by the Dutch in 1640

The tide of Western civilization first flowed into the Empire

then, and it be-
came the most

important seat ot

diplomacy and

commerce with

foreign countries.

The City slopes

up to thickly

wooded hills 3

miles long and 1%

miles wide with

a population of

rao,ooo. The na- the harbour (south side).

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tive town stretches about 2 miles. Deshima is a little fan-
shaped island situated on the S. W. side where foreigners
were allowed to reside before the arrival of Commodore
Perry.

Here are two admirable docks belonging to the Mitsu-
Bishi Co., one being 523 ft. long, 28 ft. deep and the other 371
ft. long, 78 ft. deep. There is a large engine works attached
to the dock completely equipped and well fitted. The harbour
is a narrow inlet about 3 miles in length and the entrance
about X miles, it affords good anchorage for all classes of
Ships. In the vicinity there are many extensive coal beds of
which Takashima is one of the most famous.

IMPERIAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES.

Nagasaki Kencho, Hokaura-machi.

Police Department, „ „

Appeal Court, Manzai-machi.

District Court, „ „

City Office, Sakura-machi.

Police Station, Higashi Hamano-machi.

Post and Telegraph Office, Megasaki.

Branch Post Office, Moto Hakata machi.

Custom House, Oura.

Chamber of Commerce, Ouramachi.

Austria- Hungary.

Belgium.

China.

Denmark.

France.

CONSULATES.
Germany.
Great Britain.
Italy.

Netherland.
Portugal.

BANKS.

Russia.

Spain.

Sweden and Norway.

United States.

Dai Juhachi Ginko, Tsuki-machi.

Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, Oura.

Russo-Chinese Bank, Oura.

Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China, Oura.

Mercantile Bank of India, Oura.

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Tae fCiushiu Raihvav Line,

BAN KS— Continued .
Yokohama Specie Bank, Oura.
Mitsui Ginko, Tsuki-machi.
Deutsch Asiatische Bank, Oura.

STEAMSHIP COMPANIES.
Nippon Yusen Kaisha, Oura.
Osaka Shosen Kaisha, Deshima-machi.
Peninsular and Oriental S. N. Co.
Canadian Pacific S. S. Co.
Pacific Mail S. S. Co.
Occidental & Oriental S. S. Co.
Norddeutscher Lloyd-Amerika Linie Co.

HOTELS.
Belle Vue Hotel.
Japan Hotel.
Nagasaki Hotel.
Cliff House Hotel.

CHURCHES.

English Church. Methodist Episcopal Church.

Reformed Church of America. Roman Catholic Church.

NEWSPAPER OFFICE.
•* Nagasaki Press " Office, Sagari-matsu.

JAPANESE INNS.
Ueno-ya, Manzai-machi.
Midori-ya, Ima-machi.

RESTAURANTS (European).

Fuku-ya, Maruyama (or Koshima-g5).
Seiyo-tei, Nishi Hamano-machi.

RESTAURANTS (Japanese).

Koyo-tei, Kami Chikugo-machi.
Takara-tei, Maruvama.
Fuki-ro, Matsu-no-mori.

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The Chief Sights in Nagasaki are as follows: —

A Shint5 shrine commonly known to for-

^ a'nd V^owv.^^ eigners as the " Bronze Horse Temple."

There is a bronze Torii at the foot of the

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steps said lo be one of the largest in Japan, The regular

festivals which are believed to be the most popular in

THE
PKOCESSION

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The Kiuskiu Railway Line,

Kiushiu are held on thfe 7th, 8th and 9th October eVery year.
The park is situated near the temple from which an extensive
view over the city and harbour are obtained. There are many
cherry trees, and in April the place is crowded by thousands of
visitors. The Commercial Museum, and the monument of Dr.
Seabold are situated near by. *-

MATSUNO-

MORI

TKNMAN-GU.

The temple is said to have been built in imita-
tion of Kameido Tenjin in Tokyo. It is sur-
rounded with tall trees and is the most favorite
summer resort. There is a pond to cross which a stone bridge
is spanned. A well known restaurant there is called Fukki-ra

KAZAGASH IRA- There are many passes leading to the summit

YAMA AND of the conical hill where extensive birds*-eye

KITE FLYING view of the whole of the City can be obtained.

FKSTiYAL. xhe picturesque kite flying is held on the

15th of March in Lunar Calendar every year, where young and

old try to cut down each other's kites with strings coated

over with ground glass, when the hills are crowded with

visitors to enjoy the fun.

This Chinese temple is easily known by the
soFUKU-ji. special building with its red-coloured gate. A
large iron kettle
i5>^ ft. in diame-
ter and 6>^ ft. in
height, and 2620
lbs. in weight, was
cast by a Chinese
Buddhist priest
some two hundred
years ago, when a
great famine pre-
vailed, to boil and
deal out rice gruel
to the poor. A s5fuku-ji.

large pine tree named " Gariu-no-Matsu " can be seen on one
side of the inside gale.

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KIYOMIDZU-
DERA.

Coming out of Sofuku ji and turning round to
the left, the visitor will notice the Shinto

shrine of Kiyo-
midzu dedicated
to Goddess Kwan-
non. The temple
being situated on
delightful high
ground beautiful
views can be en-
joyed.

WAKAMIVA
INARI.

KIVOMIDZU-DERA.

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On the back of a Shinto shrine called Suijin-
sha, a long row of red-coloured Torii may be
seen, which leads
to the W^akamiya
I nar i . A well
known Japanese
restaurant, Fuji-ya,
is on the foot of
the ascent to the
temple. Few
years ago a new
shrine was rebuilt
and also laid out
with a fine garden.

INARI TEMPLE.

The village of Mogi is about 4 miles from the
MOGU'RAAND ^.q^^ It is a favorite resort for those who take

SHIOMIZAKT. ^ ^ r X 1 1 -1

pleasure by huntmg for shell fish when the tide

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is low. Shiomisaki is a projecting piece of land in Mogi.

Charming view is
obtained from the
top of the point
where the Goddess
Kwannon is en-
shrined.

On the 15th of
August in old style
calendar the place
is visited by Naga-
saki residents to
see the full moon
SHIOMISAKI. rising from the

horizontal line of the sea. The cascade is called " Kwannon-
no-taki " 50 feet high. There are many trees .and shrubs
which afford picturesque views.

MicHi-No Xhe hot spring was first discovered ini868.

The water is very clear and effective for

stomach diseases, rheumatism, etc. Lately the bath-roc m and

building was reconstructed and are visited by many Japanese

as well as foreigners.

THE BON-
MATSURl.

Commonly known as the ** Feast of Lanterns "
by foreigners, held from 13 to 15 of August
every year when the citizens celebrate the
feast in honour of the dead who are supposed to revisit the
scenes of their life on the earth. On the first day, the grave-
yards which occupies all the hills around are illuminated with
thousands of bright colored paper lanterns. The European
residents repair to the ships into the bay to see from the
distance the fairy spectacles of the hills. On the third night'
long procession of bright lanterns, accompanied with good-
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are seen to descend from the heights and group themselves on
the shore of the bay and launched off, as it is said that the
souls have taken their departure again from this earth.

DISTANT EXCURSION FROM NAGASAKI.

OBAMA
MINEKAI,
SPR1N(;.

Nearly 24 miles away from the City, can be
reached by jinrikisha or by carriage in 6
hours. It can also be got there by steamer
in 4>^ hours. The
spring possesses
great efficacy for
rheumatic com-
plaints.

Lies from 7 miles
f'nm Obama.

UNZfiN
MINERAL
SPRING.

The spot is 2,550 ft. above the sea level noted
for its su'phur springs. It is a very favorite

resort with de-
lightful views and
pure atmosphere.
The place is al-
ways crowded by
foreigners coming
from North and
South China as
well as H o n g •
kong and the Phi-
lippines.

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WHERE TO MAKE PURCHASES IN NAGASAKI,

CURIOS.

Mess & Co., ex-Concession.

Honda-ya, Kago-machi.

KyoritsU'Sha, Kago-machi, #-

Sat5,

Kaneko, »,

Tora-ya, Umegasaki.

FANS, SCREENS, Etc.
Koda, Moto Kago-machi.

Honda-ya, „ *

PHOTOGRAPHS.

Tamemasa, Moto Kago-machi.

Ueno, Shin Daiku-machi. I

SILK STORES.

I
Tokushima-ya, Hamano-machi. "*

Fujise, Higashi Hamano-machi. J

Shimase, „

Nagami, Kajiyaniachi.

PORCELAIN.
Koran-sha, Deshima.
I lirayama, Moto Kago-machi.

TORTOISE SHELL WORKS.
Yezaki, Uono-machi. /

Sakata, Moto Kago-machi. \

Ka\vasaki-ya, „

THE HOSHIU LINE.

The vast and far reaching extent of the coal deposits of
this region and the quality is superior than any ether kinds.
Along this line of road may beobserved the Yabakerarid Usa".

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Is the name applied to a portion of the valley
of the Takase-gawa. The best way to reach

there is to take jinrikisha, the

distance of zYz miles, from

Nakatsu. It is the most beauti-
ful spot renowned throughout

the 1 empire for its pleasing

views of mountains and the

picturesque features of its quiet

valley.

USA.
Though a poor hamlet is
well known in connection with
the temple of Usa-no-Hachi-

YABAKEI VALIKV.

The temple is dedicated to the Emperor
Ojin, Chuai and Empress Jingo. It is one of
the most noted shrine in Kiushiu.

THE CHIKUHO LINE.

This line and its feeders cover the most magnificent coal
district in Japan.

Those who want to visit any of the mines would do well
tostop offat Naokata, where many great mines are being worked.

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This famous hot springs can be reached in 4 hours from
Moji, 5 hours from Nagasaki by train.

Magnificent views of Sakura-yama and Hagi-no-o Parks
and surroundings can be obtained.

Nearest to the Post Office, Hospital, etc.

Ty^ ^

V ICU It UIL UIYG,

FIRST CLASS ACCOMMODATJOS,
and
BILTAAliJ) TABLES.

Kaceetlent CtiiMve awl Jlest Atttnttlott.

▼ V

M. TANAKA, Proprietor.

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SECTION VII.

THE ISLAND OF

HOKKAIDO

ROUTE 18.

THE H3KKAID0 TANKO RAILWAY UU.

{Hokkaido Colliery and Railway),

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CAPITAL: ^O^ ANNUAL OUTPOt
Yen - 18,000,000. vj^/ 850,000 - Tons.

RAILWAYS - - - 212 Miles.

MI^ES : Yubari, Sorachi, Poronai, and Ikushunbetsu. Rail- ^
ways run through the central plain ol Hokkaido connecting
with the State Railway line at Sorachibuto. They starts
from Mororan and end at Otaru. Sapporo, Iwamizawa and
many important places;/ rou!e.

HOmiDO fAlO TETSDBO EAISHA,

(Hokkaido Colliery and Railway Company).

No. 13, HINAHI IIDAHACHI, KYOBASHI-KU, TOKYO, JAPAH.

Telegrams : " TANKO," Tokyo,

ikik

All Communications should be Addrt'ssed to Tokyo Oljioe. "Y?^

PORTS OF EXPORTS:

OTARU AND MORORAN.

The Celebrated YUBARI and SORACHI COALS are widely
known as the best and most Kconomical Japanese Coals.

THE coals can BE OBTAINED AT

TOKYO, YOKOHAMA, OTARU, MORORAN, SINGA-
PORE, HONGKONG, and other principal ports.

Yokohama Branch Offics : Onoye-chc Itchoms.

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THE ISLAND OF HOKKAIDO.

JOKKAIDO is situated on the north-east of Japan proper
having an area of 36,000 square miles. It was known
for some two thousand years under the name of
Yezo. Originally peopled by Ainu, a semi-savage race expel-
led from the Main Island by the Japanese. In Meiji era, the

Japanese Government esta-
blished a Colonization Bu-
reau (Kaitakushi) and took
steps to develope the place ;
Hokkaido of to-day is altoge-
ther different from the Yezo
of thirty years ago.

The principal towns are
Hakodate, Otaru, Sapporo
which have the same latitude
as New York, Marseilles
and Rome respectively. The
mountains, which are nei-
ther precipitous nor rocky,
are believed to contain in-
exhaustible mineral wealth,
especially of coal. The cli-
mate of Hokkaido • being
much affected by ocean currents, very different meteorolo-
gical conditions exist in the Eastern and the Western regions.
The summer is delightful, a cool breeze always blowing and
the thermometer rising a little above 80° F. The scenery
hasr elicited admtatioh frdm all visitbrs. In many respects it
resembles that of New England.

Steamers ply daily from Mororan to Hakodate, And thence

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The Island of Hokkaido.

to Aomori (a voyage of 5 hours), the northern terminus of
the Nippon Railway Company's trunk line to Tokyo. A
direct line from Sapporo to Hakodate is now in course of
construction.

THE CITY OF HAKODATE.

^I^S one of the five original open ports situated on a bay of
^JH the same name. The town is sheltered behind by hills
^^^ whose summit is called locally "the Peak" 1157 feet
high and it has an excellent anchorage in front. The popula-
tion is 70,000.

Steamers always connect Hakodate with Kobe, Yoko-
hama and other principal ports.

INNS.
Chigaisan, water front.
Kits, „

Kakujo, „

RESTAURANTS (Foreign).
Goto-ken, Suyehiro-cho. Goryo-kwan, Omachi.

TTie following are the chief sights in the City and neighbourhood.

HAKoDATK Is situated on the east .skirts of the town.

PARK. The garden is extensive and well laid out.

IlakulmtsU'kwan or

a museum is in

the ground.

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VACUKJA-
SH IRA.

Going little fur-
ther on from the
park a picturesque
dell called Yachi-
gashira is reached.
There is here a
well known restaurant known as Asada-ya.

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It is a good retreat for the residents.

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Stands about 4 miles from the town.

Is an old fort erected in the latter days of
Tokugawc Shogunate where a party of Tokugawa Regent's
adherents made their final stand against the Imperial forces.
The best ice is planed and swept and exported.
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YUNo-KAWA. jg ^ celebrated hot spring with pure sea air 4>4
miles distance. The place is always visited by many people.
Other excursions from Hakodate should be made to
the lakes of Onuma and Konuma, 17 miles distant ; can be
reached by jinrikisha or by riding on horseback. Commonly
known as the Lakes by foreigners, is a good holiday resort.

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Mt. Komaga-dake is not far from the lakes, the mountain
is 3600 feet in height.

The volcano of Esan (2,000 ft.), about 35 miles from the
town can be reached on horseback, is the hrst point of the
island of Yezo seen on the voyage up from Yokohama.

Fukuyama^ formerly known as Matsumaye, situated on the
south-west coast of Hakodate, formerly the castle town of
the lords of Matsumaye in feudal times. The castle is now
used as a Public Garden, can be reached by steamer or by
road.

THE HOKKAIDO TANKO RAILWAY LINK.

(Hokkaido Colliery and Railway).

gHE line runs north and south through the central
plain of Hokkaido, connecting many important places
on the route. It starts from the port ol Mororan and
goes to Sorachi, where it is connected with the Imperial

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The Hokkaido Tanko Railway Line,,

Government Railway line, and turning at Iwamizawa and
Sapporo (the seat of the Chief Administrative Office of
Hokkaido and where the Head Office of the Company stands)
ends at the port of Otaru. Besides, the above railroads
connect with all the coal mines, thus making direct transpor-
tation to the ports of Otaru and Mororan.

MAIN LINE

Distance J rom

Names of Stations.

Motoran.

MORORAN

.M.

CH.

Wanishi

Tobibetsu

—

Horobetsu

Noboribelsu

Shikiui

Shir.ioi

Kintainine

Toniakoniai

Numanofuchi

Havakn

OIWAKK Jet. ...

15 Bran

Mikawa

Yuni

Kuriyama

7.S

Kiyoniafu

1^0

IWAMIZAWA Jet...

( Branc
^ * \ shina

Horomui

Ebetsu

Nopporo

100

Atsubetsu

105

SAPPURO

III

Kotoni

113

Karugawa

iiS

03 .

Zenibako

122

Asari

1 23

Sumiyoshi (Otaru)..

131

Temiya

133

2Q.

Remarks.

] Branches to Sunagawn, l^ta-
(. shinai and Horoiiaibuio.

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BRANCH LINES.

OIWAKE— YUBARI LINE.

Names of Stations.

Distance from
Mororan,

Remarks.

OIWAKE

CH.

Kawabata

Takinouye

Momiji-yama

Shimizusawa

Shikanotani

YUBARI

64 Visit

Yubari mint

IWAMISAWA— UTASHINAI via SUNAGAWA LINE.

Names of Stations.

Distance from
Mororan. Remarks.

IvVAMISAWA...

M.' CH.

Minenobe

91 -25

Miuta

96 32

Naiye

103 10

Simagawa

108 06

Kaniii

115 28

UrASIIINAI ...

117 00 Visit Sorachi Mine.

IWAMISAVVA-PORON.-\I AND IKUSHUNBETSU LINE.

Distance from

Names of Stations.

Mororan. Remarks.

IWAMISAWA ...

CM.

Poronaibuto

Poronai

46 Visit Poronai Mine.

IKUSHUNBETSU

31 Visit Ikushunbetsu Mine.

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T}u Hokkaido Tanko Railway Line,

MORORAN

Is situated on the shore of the island and opening into
the Pacific Ocean ; the harbour is surrounded by mountains ^^
and there is a great depth of water, so that complete im-
m u n i t y from
strains and
rough seas is en-
joyed. Ample
space exists
within the har-
bour, and the
anchorage has
excellent hold-
ing properties.
It is the chief
northern station
of the Japanese

Navy. MORORAN.

Mororan seems specially designed as an exit through
which the treasures of Hokkaido may find their way to the
Oriental world.

TOMAKOMAI STATION
Stands on the middle portion between Mororan and
Sapporo.

OIWAKE.

The branch line to Yubari is run ; the tourist should
make visit to the noted Yubari coal mines (26>^ miles from r**
Oiwake Station).

vnuARi

rOAl. MINE

The Yubari Mine is situated in Noborikawa,
Ishikari province. The mining concession is
nearly 3695 acres. There are three beds of^oal, the upper,

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the middle, and
the lower, with
an average
thickness of 4
ft., 25 ft, and
4 ft., respective-
ly. The work
of the mine was
begun in 1890.

VUBAHr coi.r.tEftV

IWAMISAWA

Is the central depot of Utashinai, Sorachibuto, Poronai,
Ikushunbetsu districts and the branch lines starts to Suna-
jj:awa and Poronaibuto. Sunagawa is the starting point of
the Government railway which passes through Asahigawa
junction, proceeds to Shiribetsu in the North and Kagoe in
the South. Sunagawa also has a branch line to Utashinai,
the north terminus of the Tanko line.

Emigrant {Shizoku) from Tottori, Yamaguchi, Ishikawa,
and other prefectures are sent to Iwamisawa and the place is
flourishing both in goods and passengers.

POKONAI
MINE.

The mine can be reached by changing the train
at Iwamisawa to the braifch line of Poro-
naibuto and thence to Poronai. The mine stands in Sora-
chi district, Ishikari province. The area of the concession is

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Tli£ Hokkaidih Tiinko Railway Line.

7 27 acres .
There are four
beds with an
average thick-
ness of 5 or 6 1 L
The mine wast"-^
opened by the
Imperial G o -
vernment in
1879 and Wis 1%^^
transferred to
the company in
1889. The an-
nual output is
150,000 tons.

The quality has proved to be the best fuel in Japan for
locomotives.

PORONAI COLLIERV.

IKLSIiUN-
BETSU MINK.

Ikushunbktsu also has a branch line at
Iwan-.isawa proceeding to Ikushunbetsu station.
*It is located in Ikushunbetsu, Sorachi district,
in the province of Ishikari. The area of the conct-ssion is 612
acres. There are four beds, each with an average tliickncbs
of 5-7 feet. The annual output is 100,000 tons. The coal ranks
next in quality to the Poronai Coal.

Can be reached by taking train to Sunagawa, thence to
Utashinai.

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soRACHi The mine is situated in the Sorachi district of
.MINK. Ishikari province. Its^rea is 5476 acres.

The average

thickness of coal

varies from

4 ft.— 12 ft. The

coal has been

proved to have

strong calorific

qualities and

well adapted for

gas-making.

StJRACHI COLLFEKV

THE CITY OF SAPPORO.

gAPPORO is the seat of the Hokkaido Administration-
It has a very extensive ground and the streets are
laidout in right angles and are very neat. The popula-
tion is 40,000 with some 7,000 houses.

IMPERIAL GOVERNMENT SERVICES.

Hokkaido Administration Office.
Seventh Army Division.
Sapporo District Court.
Sapporo Agricultural College.

HOTEL.
Hohei-kwan.

TNNS;
Yamagata-ya.

Asahi-kwan. ~' ^

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HOHKi-KWAN. Thb building was erected as an Imperial

Palace when H. I. H.

Emperor visited there

and it is still kept with

care. The upper storey

is permitted to occupy

as hotel for foreigners

only.

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IHK

MusKUM. The mu-
contains many

seum contains many hohei-kwan.

specimens of Ainu work and other collections.

Is situated next to the museum where
every kind of plants and flower trees are
kept in good preservation and worth visiting.

BOTANICAI.
GARDEN.

NAKAJIMA
PARK.

Is in the suburb, the ground is very spaci-
ous and thickly
wooded and con-
tains a big lake-
There are many
tea houses.
Horse Racing are
held annually
there.

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MARUVAMA
PARK.

Stands on a hill from which charming views
of the plains sur-
rounding Sapporo
as well as river
Ishikari can be
obtained.

MARUVAMA PARK.
• • • •

OTARU.

The most important place in Western Hokkaido and the
next flourishing: port to Hakodate. The anchorage is deep
and smooth. Number of steamers ply between Otaru
and the Main Is-
land as far as
Siberian Coasts,
China and Co-
rea.

All the pro-
ducts both ma-
rine and land
tre exported
ah rough this
port.

It contains a
population o f
70,000.

OTARU.

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The Hokkaido Tanko RaUwc^ Line,

There are two station^ called Texniya and Sumiyoshi, the
former is the northern terminus of the Tankp Ilail>vay. . .

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INNS.

RESTAURANT (Foreign).
RESTAURANT Qapanese).

Etchiu-ya.
Kits.

Seiyo-kwan.

Kaiy5-tei.
HifumL

THE PARK. Stands on the hill-side from which extensive
views over the City can be afforded.

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TBNGU-VAMA. jg ^^ j^jj| ^j^j^ ^^^^ tea-houses on the summit.
Fine views can be obtained from the top. There are many
sights of which Oshoro, Takashima, etc., are the most noted.

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SECTION VIII.

STSAMSR YOYAQB ALONa THE SBA
OF JAPAH

(MOJI — OTARU).

ROUTE 19.

S. OIYB'S STEAMSHIP LIHE.

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S, OIYB'S 5TBAM5HIP LIM.

MOJI.

Hotel : Moji Hotel, Inns : Shunpan-r5, Ishida, Kawau,
Kogabun.

JJHE port of Moji lies at the north-eastern shore of Kiushiu
Island, facing Shimonoseki (Bakan) across the Strait
of the same name, the distance is only one mile and
there is a steam-launch plying every 20 minutes. It is the start-
ing point of Oiye's steamer "A. Line" and also the eastern
terminus of the Kiushiu Railway. Abundance of coal which
are produced from this island are mostly exported through
this port thus making it an important commercial center.

HAMADA,

Inns: Fujita-ya, Kinsui-kwan, Vamamoto-ya.

Ha m a d a is
situated on a
fine bay on the
middle part of
Iwaifii province.
The terrible
earthquake in
1872 half wreck-
ed the bay. Its
precise location
is 34* 53^ N, L.
and 132*5^ E-
Long. It con-
tains a popu- PORT OF HAMADA.

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lation of 13,000. The climate is generally mild but trying in
summer. The harbour has a circumference of about 2 miles
with a depth of 15 Airo.

The castle was erected by a relative of Toku-

THE CASTLH. ^ ., , . , .

gawa family and now is turned into a public
garden. The ground is thickly wooded, especially full of ma-
ple trees which attracts many people when they are turned to
crimson. A building called Kikusui is at the side of a pond
from which the most picturesque views can be obtained. The
principal products are timber, charcoal, and marine produce.'

SAKAI,

Inns : Kagawa, Uyeda, Karatsu-ya.

One of the most important ports on the coast of the
San-in do Districts making the center of distribution of cargo
to those big towns of Matsuye and Yonago.

The steamers of the Nippon Yusen Kaisha and Osaka
Shosen Kaisha call at this port also. The Government San-
in-d5 line connects at this port and Tottori, Inaba province and
is now in construction. A small steamer daily runs between
this port and Matsuye and Yonago.

Excursion from Sakai should be made to the town of

Matsuye.

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MATSUYE.

Inns : Minami-kwan, Ichimoji-ya, Katsube.

Also important town in the San-in-do districts, was the
castle town of Matsudaira Dewa-no-Kami and now the seat of
Shimane prefecture, containing a population of 35,000. The
town is situated on the N. E. Coast of the Shinji lake. The
chief sights are a^ follows :

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S. Oiye^s Steaniskip Line,

THE CASTKL. STANDS on the north-west of the town, well
preserved, and
now used as a pu-
blic garden ; it is
richly planted
with many flower
trees. A temple
here is called
Matsuye-jinsha
and there is
also a monument
erected in comme-
moration of the
dead in the Satsu-
ma Rebellion. the castle.

A WELL laid out garden along the lake with
TENjiN vu-HN.^ temple; it is the most popular Sunday
resort for the residents.

IDZIJMO NO-
OVASHIKO.

The Great Shinto Temple of Idzumo, situated
in Kizuki-cho, about 25 >^ miles distant from
Matsuye ; the best way is to go by steamer to Hirato or

Shiobara near the
west end of the
lake, thence by
jinrikisha for 4
hours.

The temple is
the most ancient
and vene rable
shrine dedicated
to Onamuji. The
building is un-
ornamented but
THE TEMPLE. vcry ^xtensivc.

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Thousands of pilgrims visit the place during the year.

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YON AGO

Can be reached by steamer from Matsuye, a distance
of 14 miles. Ascent of Mt. Oyama can be made from here.

ASCENT OF
OVAMA.

Also called Daisen, is a Sacred Mountain

where the God Onamuji is believed to

The monastery was ,

dwell.

founded in AD. 718. Itscele-
brity owes to Jikaku Daishi
who landed here when he
came back from China, so as to
study the mysteries in con-
nexion with this mountain.
The prosperity of this mo
nastery was made in the 14th
century.

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MIYAZU.

Inns: Araki, K^nse,
Fude-ya.

Miyazu lies in the middle
part of the Tango province

and is shut-in on three sides by mountains ; it has a good
harbour 10-20 Ai'ro deep making favourable anchorage even in
the stormy season.

It has good steamer communication east and west.

The railway to connect Miyazu with Fukuchiyama by the
Hankaku *Rai 1 way Co., and Sonobe to Miyadzu through Mai-
dzuru by tlie Government line will be built ih^A few years.

The chief production is silk crepe, raw silk, Iriko, cotton
stuflTs, etc. It also possesses considerable fisheries.

Excursions to Ama-no-Hashidate are made from here.

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S. Oiye*s Steamship Line,

Lies /^ miles west from Miyazu.
AMANo ^^ °"^ ^^ ^^® " Three Great Sights " of the
HASH I DATE. Empire. It is a narrow sandy strip of land

extending
•^•*1 — n nearly two
miles in
length and
190 feet
b r e a d t h
which divi-
des the wa-
ters of the
bay from a
large lake ly-
ing to the
west. A
grove of
pine trees
grown right
compared to " A
or "A dragon
the

AMA-NO-HASHIDATE, VIEWED FROM
NARJAI-ZAN.

upon it forms its beauty. It is often

bridge crossing over silvery waves "

sleeping upon the water." The waves broke through

southern tip about 20 yards called the Ferry of Kireto near

which a shrine

called Hashidate

Myojin is situated.

Those who want

to see Hashidate

thoroughly should

across the Ferry

and climb up to

the top of the hill

known as Nariai-

zan. There are

many inns where

the visitors may temple of monju-d6.

take rest and enjoy the delightful panoramic views.

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KWANMON. Situated on the slope of Nariai-zan, erected
in the reign of the Emperor Temmu (673-^^i).
It contains images of Kwannon, Nio (by Unkei), and Bell towier
by Hidari Jingoro. Half way up to the temple is a place
called Torin-no-chi from which the most dejightful views of
Ama-no-Hashidate can be obtained.

KOV10R1

JINSHA

A» Shinto shrine- at- the base of Nariai-zan,
dedicated to Izanagi-no-Mikoto. It possesses
also charming views.

TSURUGA.

Inns.: Komeshichi, Gusoku-ya, Daikoku-ya.
The most important and flourishing port on the Sea of
Japan, situated on the south-eastern coast of Echizen province.
Its precise location is 35° 38'' N. L. and 136° W. Long.

The harbour is 45
kiro deep, enough
for anchorage of
big steamers. It is
the central depot
of railway and
steamship com-
munication. The
Government Rail-
ways are ioined to
that of the Go-
vernment Tokai-
do Line at Mai-
bara by which
Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe may be reached, as far as Shimonoseki
to the westward and to the eastward to Nagoya-Tokyo as
far as Aomori ; and also to the Hokuriku Line which runs
from Tsuruga to Toyama, having Nanao Railway as a branch
at Tsubata to Nanao. Steamship communications^gare also

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made with Shimonoseki and Nagasaki in the westward, and
Hakodate and Otaru in the north direction. Oiye*s steamers
directly bound \ox Vladivostock arriving in only two days and
night.

The town is one mile east to west and >^ mile south to
north with a population of 18,000.

• « • •

A Shinto temple dedicated to seven Imperial
families. It is the most beautiful and largest

shrine in the Hokuriku districts, containing many large build-

* n g s . The
I ground is thick-
ly wooded com-
prising more
than 8 acres. A
large red Torii'x^
36 feet high, and
the stone monu-
ment was erect-
ed ill 1895. Near
the IJiUiUn is a
plum tree
known as Ten-
jin-ume, planted
by Sugawara

Michi^ane. Annual festivals are held 29th September when

thousands of people congregate to worship.

KSHI'JINSIIA.

KANACASAKi The temple is situated on the top of the hill
jiNSHA. ^Q tj^g north of Kanagasaki Station, 150 feet
above the sea level.

It was the fierce battle stage fought between Nitta and
Ashikaga clans. The present building was constructed in
1893 and is dedicated to two Imperial Princes and other royal
subjects. A small park called Kamome-ga-saki is to the right
pf the temple from which affords extensive views.

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VLADIVOSTOCK.

[ See Note at the end of this Route. ]
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NANAO.

Inns : Washima, Sakanouye, Nosaki.
Nanao is the principal town of Noto province with a
population of 15,000. The harbour has a good anchorage with
a depth of 13-70 feet. Since it was made a special open port in
1899, the intercourse with Siberia was commenced. The con-
flagration in 1S95 swept away almost half of the town alter
but it was soon rebuilt. It is the terminus of the Nanao Rail*
way. The chief products are marine produce and silk crepe,
Washima lacquer ware, Kutani porcelain which are largely
exported through this port. Place worth visiting from Nanao
is the mineral spring of Wakura.

Lies 40 minutes ride from Nanao.

The spring was installed in the 17th century.
MINERAL '^^^ water was exhibited in the Internation-

spRiNG. al Mineral Water Exhibition held in Germany
in iS8j when it wajt recognised to be of third rank m the-
world. The
spring is of Al-
kali ( 180° F. )
effective for
rheumatism, sto-
mach, and in-
testina diseases.
The bath rooms
are large and
clean. Among
the inns, Waka.
saki, Koizumi,
Tada, Kobashi

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are the best. The neighbourhood is full of charming views
which will repay an excursion thither.

FUSHIKI.

Inns : Inoiiye, Shiraike, lyezuka.

Fusbiki is situated on the north-eastern shore of Etchiu
province. It is one of the special open ports en route to Vladi-
vostock, Saghalien and Corea. The population is 8,000. It has
extensive trade with Hokkaido Island and all the ports of the
Main Island.

The Nippon Yusen Kaisha steamers call en route. There
are also small steamship companies.

Rice is abundantly produced, making it the center of
the rice trade at the north eastern districts.

Excursions from Fushiki should be made to the town of
Kanazawa. • • • •

KANAZAWA.

Inns.: Asada, Ayabe, Takabata-ya.

Kanazawa can be reached from Fushiki by the Hoku-
riku railway in about \% hours, the distance is 30 miles. It
also can be reached from Nanao and Tsuruga directions.

It was formerly the castle town of Daimyo Mayeda's family
and now the seat of the (Government of Ishikawa prefecture,
situated on the north-eastern part of Kaga province. The
river Saigawa runs through the south-western part of the city
while another river called Asano-gawa flows in the north-eas-
tern portion. The town is 2 miles east to west and 3 miles
south to north. The chief products are Silk Habutae, Silk
Handkerchiefs, Kutani Porcebin, Lacquer ware^, etc.
• • . • •

Kanazawa possesses many sights among which the follow-
ing are the most noted : —

THE CASTi F. FORMERLY was onc of the most noted castles
in the Empire, but it had frequeqtly been des-

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troyed by conflagrations and earthquakes and now only a por-
tion remains. It is now occupied by the Ninth Army Division-

KENROKU Or Six fold Park, is one of the three finest

KO-EN parks in Japan. It was first opened by Lord

Mayeda Narihiro, and is situated in the middle part of the town.

It possesses six
advantages ,
namely, is wide
enough, is pleas-
ing in appear-
ance, bestows
labour, is of
great antiquity,
has a running,
stream and has
charming views,
hence its name
is derived. The
garden is spa-
cious and thick-

A VIEW IN PARK.

ly wooded, containing a large
stones. A stone
monument was
erected in 1880,
in commemora-
tion of soldiers
who fell in the
battle of Satsu-
ma rebellion,
upon which -v^^
stands a bronze \ ; ? *5

pond, peculiar rocks and

statue of Yama-
todake-no-Mi-
koto, 18 feet in
height.

Si.

DO.

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An Industrial Museum stands in the eastern
part of the park where every discription of
manufactured articles, both new and antique, are exhibited.

HAKUBUTSU
KWAN.

KANAZAWA
JINSHA.

Michizane.

The temple stands near the museum erected
by Mayeda Narihiro, dedicated to Sugawara

OVA MA The ancestors of the Daimyo Mayeda's family
JINSHA. are worshipped here. It has a very beautiful

garden with a guitar-shaped pond. The ground is thickly

wooded, having
many flower
trees in it which
attract many
visitors in
spring time. (A
semi foreign
building named
Kaneya - kan
is a Club and is
sometimes used
as an hotel.) Pa-
noramic views
- OYAMA-jiNSHA. over the whole

city can be obtained.

UTATSU-VAMA '^"^ ^^'^^ '^^ ^^ ^^ norlh-east of the town on
which the temple of the same name stands.
It is dedicated to Sagawara Michizane.

SHOKON-
SHA.

Near the Utatsu temple stands the Shinto
shrine of Shojcon-sha, erected in 1870, by

Lord Mayeda Yoshiyasu,Mn comrtiemoralion of tlie citizens

who fell victims in the past wars.

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The province of Kaga abounds in mineral springs among
which the most important are those of Katayamatsu, Yama-
shiro, Yamanaka and Awazu.

These springs are situated almost in one direction and
the water is all Alikali.

K ATA V A MA Inns I Morimoto, Yataya, Seki.

■^^^ The spring is situated about 26 miles north-east

of Kanazawa. The visitors from Kanazawa direction should
alight at Iburibashi station, thence 2% miles by jinrikisha,
through Tsuruga direction alight at Daishdji station, and
thence 4>4 miles by jinrikisha.

The spring was first founded some 240 years. The water
is transparent and colorless having the temperature of 165® F.
The vicinity is full of charming views.

• • • •

Inns : Ara-ya, Kura-ya, Taka-ya, etc.

VAMASHIRO.

Can be reached from either Daishoji or
Iburibashi stations, 3 miles distant. It has nice bath rooms,
the temperature is 66° C» of Alkali nature. The water
was awarded a prize at the International Sanitary Exhibition
held in Germany in 1880. There are many beautiful temples
and charming views good for excursion.

• • • •

Inns : Yoshino-ya, Tawara-ya, Mitani-ya.

VAMANAKA

Yamanaka is 34 mile from Kanazawa and 31
mile from Fukui. Seven miles both from Iburibashi and
Daishoji station. The spring is said to have been discovered
by the priest Gyoki. The neighbourhood abounds in fine
views and temples.

• • • •

AWAzr. \^^^ : Hoshi, Kami-ya, Sakata-ya.

Can be reached both from Komatsu and
Iburibashi station. The distance is 4|^ for the former and 3>^

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for the latter. A priest called Taicho Daishi first found out the
spring in A.D. 718. Neighbourhood abounds in delightful
views and shrines.

ASCENT OF
HAKU-SAN.

Mt. Haku-san is one of the three highest
peaks in the Empire standing on the boundaries
of hchizen, Kaga, Hida and Mino. The highest
peak is 8681 ft. above the sea level. There are five roads to

~| ascend, but the
best way is to
go from Kana-
zawa or Fukui
directions to
Yumoto;thedi5-
tance from
Kanazawa is 47
miles and from
Fukui 43 miles;
and then 4 hours
walk to the top.
^ It is a good one
day's excursion
from Yumoto.
The mountain affords charming sceneries with big waterfalj
and grotesque rocks.

A VIEW IN HAKU-SAN.

EBISU-MINATO.

Inns : Ito Seiyemon, Nakamura.

A port of Sado Island which lies 32 miles off to the west of
Niigata, open to foriegn vessels to take refuge in when an-
choring off in Niigata ; is dangerous on account of wind which
often prevails there. The Island is hilly and picturesque and
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The excursion from Ebisuminato should be made to those mines
which lie close to the town of Aikawa, i6>^ miles far from
Ebisu minato.

NIIGATA.

Hotels: Restaurant International, Italia ken. Inns:
Minato-kwan, Yoshi-kwan, Shinoda and Murocho,

NiiGATA is the seat of the prefectural government of the
same name. Its precise location is 139° 3° E* Long, and
37° 55^ N- Lat. It is bounded by the river Shinan9, one of the
three principal rivers in Japan, on the north and by the sea on
the north-west. It is one of the former five open ports opened
1868. Its location is most unfavourable because the harbour
is much exposed and no safe anchorage is found, therefore
vessels entering port are often obliged to discharge cargo at
Ebisu-Minato in the Island of Sado, situated just opposite ; but
a plan is carried to improve it so as to make it a better port so
as to obtain safe anchorage. The population is 60,000. " It is an
important center of domestic commerce in the Hokuriku-do
districts. It is also the eastern terminus of the Hokuyetsu rail-
way which runs to Naoyetsu where it connects at Takasaki
as far as Tokyo by the Government line. Steamers of the
Nippon Yusen Kaisha and Oiye's are plying between many
ports of the Main Island and small steamers also run here. The
chief produce is rice, petroleum oil, lacquer ware called
Mogusa-nuri^ and hemp-cloth known as Echigo-chijimi.

The principal sights in Niigata are as follows : —
.T.,, oA^ A. prettily laidout garden founded by the

TIAKU-SAN " •'

PARK. ex-Governor M. Kusumoto in 1873. The

ground covers 3 acres, and is a good resort.

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S. Ofyi's StionuMp Ling.

The temple of same
name stands in the
park ground. It is
dedicated to Kiku-
sato-hime-no-Mi ko-
to. The annual
festivals are held
twice, in spring and
autumn, of which
the latter is the
most interesting.

LOTUS POND IN THE PARK.

SHOKON sHA. '^ ^ Shlnto temple erected in commemora-
tion of those who fell victims in the downfall
of the Satsuma Rebellion. The annual festivals are held i8th
and 19th of May. On the opposite side of the park a mu-
seum stands where there are many exhibits of manufactured
articles. The building was constructed in 1901.

HAKODATE.

Inns : Chigaisan, Kito, Kakujo, Kakucho. Foreign Res-
taurants: Goryo-ken, Goto-ken.
The most northern treaty port of the Empire, situated on
the southern shore of the Hokkaido Island on a bay of the
same name. It is surrounded by hill behind and by the ex-
cellent harbour in front. The Nippon Yusen Kaisha steamers
ply daily between this port and Aomori, the northern ter-
minus of the Japan Railway, thence to Mororan where con-
nection is made to the Tanko Railway which runs to Otaru.

The chief sights in Hakodate are the park, Yachigashira.
Goryokaku, Yunokawa hot spring, Mt. Komaga-dake, Junsai-
numa (a pond), etc. (See Route iS Hokkaido Island).

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OTARU.

Inns: Etchiu-ya, KIto. Foreign Restaurant: Seiyo-kwan.
Otaru stands next to Hakodate from the commercial point

of view. It is
situated on the
north-eastern
shore of Shiri-
beshi province.
The herring
fishery is the
most important
business. The
park and Sui-
1 tengu-yama are
good places for
walk. (See
oiye's BRANCH (right side). Roulc 18 Hok-

kaido Island).

KORSAKOFF.

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VLADIVOSTOCK.

Hotels : Grand Hotel, Pacific Hotel, European Hotel.

Japanese Inns : Kondo, Kido.

Japanese Club.

Vladivostock is 493 miles distant from Tsuruga and
can be reached in. nearly 40 hours. It is the most important
naval and commercial port on the Siberian coast. Its precise
location is 43** (/ 51^^ N. Lat. and 131° 54^ 2^^ E. Long. TJie

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town is surrounded by mountains on three sides and faces to
the sea on the south. The harbour is deep but frozen over
from December to March. It is the starting point of the
Ussuri Railway which connects with the Eastern Chinese and
the Great Siberian Railway and is the intermediate point of
the Eastern Steamship service of the Chinese Railway Com-
pany and the Russian Volunteer Fleet.

KORSAKOFF.

A mere fishing village on the southern part of the Sagha-
lien Island nearly 20 miles from the Cape of Soya, Kitami
province. Its
precise locaiion
is 46>4° N. Lat.
and 140° E.
Ix)ng. It is a
good fishery d is -
where many
trict Japanese
fishermen g o
there in spring
and autumn.
Many steamers
call at this port
for the b e -
nefit oi fisher-

STKEF.T SCENE.

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GENSAN COREA).

The most important port on the eastern coast of Corea.
The native town
stretches 2^
miles along the
shore, the Japan-
ese settlement lies
on the north of the
town. The popu-
lation of Japanese
is about 1600.
Gold dust, beans,
cowhides, are the
principal exports
to Japan while the port of gensan.

imports consist of shirtings, cotton, petroleum, etc.
• • • •

FUSAN (COREA).

FusAN is 120 miles distant from Shimonoseki and 20 miles
from Tsushima Island The distance between Gensan and
Fusan is 306 miles. The town is situated near the south-
eastern tip of the Corean peninsula, it is precisely located in 35°

.S^35^^N.Lat.and
1 29° iV^ E.Long.
It has a pretty
harbour lying
under the shelter
of a large Island
of Zetsuei-To,
commonly
known as the
" Deer Island "
by the early
navigators. The
Japanese settle-
ment cpyers an

3fe

I'ORT OF FUSAN.

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area of about 83 acres,
carried from tarly
Unie. The princi-
pal exports arc
bullion, rice, beans,
cow hides, marine*
produce, etc, ami
imports, cotton
cloth and cotton
yarn, shirtings, |k*-
troleum, salt, eir

The intercourse with Japan was

SEAT OF THE SEOUl^FUSAN RAILWAY
STATION.

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OTHER ROUTES COVERINa THE WESTERK
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THE INLAND SEA ROUTES.

|j|gHE world renowned " Inland Sea of Japan " generally
jjg called " Seto-Uchi " by Japanese, is ihe name given to
the expanse of water lying between the Main Island
(Honshiu) on the north and the two big islands of Shikoku
and Kiushiu on the south. It connects with the open sea by
the Strait of Akashi and Naruto passage on the east ; by the
Bungo channel between Shikoku and Kiushiu on the south-
west ; and by the Strait of Shimonoseki at the western end.

Its length from the
western point of entry
(Shimonoseki) to the
eastern point of exit
(Akashi), is 240 miles,
and its width varies
from 8 to 40 miles ; but
so thickly are some parts
studded with islets that
vessels, threading their
way through the chan-
nel which is difficult for
navigation pass within
a stone's throw of the
shore.
The endless variety of shape of the smoothness of the
water, the picturesque scenery of the coast, hundreds of
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source of pleasure and admiration through its entire length
that no word-depicting could do even scanty justice to them.
Even the huge steamships seem to float enchanted, and all the
sea and sky and shores appear to be a day-dream. Silently
the ship threads the narrowest of channels, towns, villages,
castles, temples, peaks, mountains succeed one another for a
whole day. The route is so charming that it has been called
the ** Marine Park of Japan." This enchanting view of the
Inland Sea is better appreciated from the shipboard thaa by
the land.

The first class steamers of the Osaka Shosen Kaisha are
engaged in the service between the ports of the Inland Sea
and the tourists who want to enjoy this ideal and poetic
region are recommended to take their ships.

The undermentioned lines call at every port of the
Inland Sea though some of them call at ports outside of the
limit of the Inland Sea.

Osaka —Shimonoseki (Bakan) Line.
Osaka— Hososhima Line.
Osaka — Uwajima Line.

OSAKA— SHIMONOSEKI LINE.

DUtance

Ports of Call,

from Osaka, Remark

KOBE

Takamatsu ..

Tadotsu

Tomotsu

119

Onomichi

130

Itosaki

136

Tadanoumi ..

143

Takehara ..

i47>^

Nagahama ..

i64>4

Ondo

168;^

Kure

172

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Ports of CnlL

Ujina

Miyajima

Iwakuni

Kuga

Vanai

Murotsu

Mitajiri

Moji

Shimonoseki

Distance
from Osaka,

iSr
190
199

299
299

Remarks,

HEAD OFFICE.

Osaka is the seat of the head office and the starting point
of all the steamers of the company (See Route 3- The City
of Osaka).

• « • •

BRANCH OFFICE.

Kobe can be reached in one hour from Osaka. It is the
central depot of communication both by land and water. The
branch office of the company is at Kaigan-dori (water front).
(See Route i— 'I he City of Kobe).

Leaving Kobe the ship proceeds close to the land for
Akashi Strait, with Awaji island on the left hand, and after
passing the Strait the ship enters the Inland Sea.

TAKAMATSU.

L^Ns : Takamatsu Hotel, Tanaka, Tsunoda.

Takamatsu is the seat of the government of Kagawa
Prefecture. It was formerly the castle town of the Great
Daimyo Matsudaira. New harbour was recently constructed
here and steamers may easily anchor along the pier.

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TAKAMATSU.

The castle, also called Tamamo-no-J6, stands

on the shore and js visible from the sea.
was erected in
1587 and has been
the stronghold of
the Daimyos.
The view over
the bay from the
castle is charm-
ing.

THE CASTLE.

RiTSURTN On the base of a hill in the southern suburb
pARic. of the town, nearly i>^ miles from the castle,
stands an eminent park known as Ritsurin-koyen. It is well
laid- out, thickly wooded, and kept in pure Japanese style com-
prising nearly 40 acres. The park formerly belonged to the
Daimyo. A little building called Kikugetsu-tei stands by a
pond and the most delightful views in the park may be com-
manded. It is said to have been the Daimyo's dwelling, and is
now used as a Public Hall, and refreshments can be obtained
there. • . • .

Or Roof Island so called from its shape, is in
reality not an island but a promontory. It lies
2 miles north-east of the town, renowned in the Japanese
history because of a serious battle fought between the Mina-
moto and Taira clans and is also famed for its scenery. Shishi-
no-Reigan or Lion Rock is near by where the priest Kukai is
said to have called back the setting sun as he was building a
temple called Yashima-dera.

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Takamatsu is the starting point of the Sanuki Railway
which brings passengers to the Great Temple of Kotohira.
The trains of the Sanuki Railway run as follows: —

Distance
Names of Stations, from Takamatsu.. Remarks.

TAKAMATSU m.

Kinashi 3X

Hashioka 5X

Kokubu e%

Kamogawa <)%

Sakaide i2>^

Utazu i4>^

Marugame 16^

Tadotsu i^}i Alight for Byobu-ga-Ura.

Konzogi 22>^

Zentsuji 24X Visit the temple of Zentsuji.

KOTOHIRA 27X Alight for the temple of Kpto-

■ • • • hira.

TADOTSU.

Inns: Hanabishi, Takami-ya, Kame-ya.

Tadotsu is the chief sea port in the Island of Shikoku,
120 miles distant from Osaka and 96 miles from Kobe. It is
an important commercial town, dealing extensively in sugar,
rice and fertilizers. All the steamers plying between Chiugoku
and Kiushiu on the west, and Osaka and Kobe on the east,
cell here and land thousands of pilgrims who visit the Great
Shinto shrine of Kotohira.

Three miles west of Tadotsu, is regarded
famous as bemg the birth place of the cele-
brated Buddhist priest Kobo Daishi.

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ZENTSU-JI.

A Buddhist temple of the same name stands about half a
mile from the station lying nearly 5 miles south of Tadotsu.
*♦ The temple was erected by K6b5 Daishi and it contains
many sculptures. The five-storied pagoda is still preserved.

• • • •

KOTOHIRA.

Inns : Sakura-ya, Matsuno-ya, Tora-ya.
The temple of Kotohira is 7 miles south of Tadotsu and
can be reached by the Sanuki Railway. There are many
good Japanese inns where many thousands of pilgrims
frequent every year.
The temple stands in
the slope of Mt. Zozu in
the western part of the
town. The date of its
founding is unknown
but it is believed to
have been erected by
Kobo Daishi in the 9th
century. It is dedicated
to 6monomushi-no
Mikoto and two other
deities. The former

building was highly colored and elaborately decorated with
gold and silver, however the present building was erected in
1878 and the painting has entirely disappeared. From the foot
of the mountain to th^ Homha or Main Hall is about half
a mile, the ascent being made by winding stone steps number-
ing 572 and the path is lined with granite lanterns contributed
by devotees. It contains many valuable and treasured relics.
There is a good view commanding the Inland Sea, the is-
land of Shodo and Mt. lino on the north-east, and Mt. Zozu
to the north.

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The Osaka Skostn Kaisha^s Line,

TOMOTSU.

Inns : Marutsune, Hirokan.

Tomotsu, one of the important ports in the province of
Bingo, lies 7 miles south of Fukuyama. Many pretty islands ^

are dotted in the
neighbourhood, |
among which ^
Mitsu-shima,
Tsugaru-shima
in front and
Sensui-shima
Benten-shima
on the east af- ^
ford most de-
lightful scenes,
and it is con-
venient to have
sea bathing
there.

FUKUZKN-JI

On the east coast of Tomotsu stands a Budd-
hist temple of Fukuzen-ji. It was founded by
priest Kuya Shonin in the Owa era (loth century). Senju
Kwannon or Thousand-handed Kwannon which is said to have
been procured from the sea are enshrined here. Extensive
views over Sensui-jima and Bentenjima can be obtained.

ONOMICHI.

I >I^ s : Hamakichi, Kakusui-Kwan,
Onomichi is a bustling port on the south east coast of
Bingo province. It has extensive steamship communications.
Among the chief sights the temples of Senko-ji and Saiko-ji
are worth visiting.

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ITOSAKI.

Inns : Goun-ro, Fugetsu-ro.
Itosaki is a business port next to Onomichi. The castle
erected by Kobayakawa Takakage in the Tensho era (i6th

century) is famous.

• • • «

DAI ZEN- J I.

Thk Buddhist temple of Daizen-ji on the base
of Mt. Obata is in K mil® west of Itosaki station.

• • • •

NI5HINO ^X niile north-west of Itosaki station there

PLUM GARDEN, is a noted plum garden of Nishino in the

village of the same name. An extensive area

is planted thickly with plum trees and in its season, the

fragrance of the plum blossoms attract many visitors.

• • • •

ONDO.

Inns : Morisawa, Tsuji.
So called Ondo no-Seto or the Strait of Ondo is an
extremely narrow passage of water some 300 feet in width.
The coasting steamers pass through this narrow way. In the
middle of the Strait stands a stone monument of Taira-no
Kiyomori who had it cut and proceeded thither.

• » » •

KURE.

Inns : Horai-sha, Kikkawa.

Kure is the seat of the Naval Station. It has a good
harbour situated at the base of cultivated hills and a branch
line of the Sanyo Railway to that port is in course
of construction. None but those having permission from the
authorities are allowed to inspect the place.

Etajima, the seat of the Imperial Naval college, lies about
4 miles from Kure.

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UJINA.

Inns: Naganuma, Kabekan.
A port 3>4 miles distant from Hiroshima connected

Iby a branch line
I of the Sanyo Rail-
way from Hiro-
shima,

PQRT OF UJINA.

• • • •

HIROSHIMA.

Inns : Mizoguchi, Naganuma.

Hiroshima is the capital of the prefecture of the same
name. It is a brisk and busy place, the most important town
in the west of Kobe. Oysters are plentiful in this district
and are shipped to every part of the empire. The chief sights
of Hiroshima are the landscape garden of the Asano family
called Sentei, the public park, the temple of Kibitsu-jinsha
etc. (see Route 15 — the Sanyo Railway Line}.

MIYAJIMA.

Inns: Kamefuku, Yamamoto-ya.

Also called Itsukushima is one of the "Three Chief
Sights" in Japan. The Island rises to a height of 1,800 feet
A large Torii stands in the sea and visitors can reach its
foot in low tide.

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The temple was founded In the 6th century and recon-
structed by Taira no Kiyomori in the 12th century. Many
lovely valleys, thickly wooded hills, charming: shore suitable
for bathing and decorated by a curved line of thousand stone
lanterns etc , make the island a good summer retreat. (See
Route 15 — The Sanyo Railway Line.)

Inns

IWAKUNI.

Yonezawa, Inouye.

It was formerly the castle town of Daimyo Kikkawa. It
is noted for its great bridge known as Kintai-Bashi, across
the Nishiki-gawa, built of 5 arches, each 150 yards in length.

MOJI.

Inns : Moji Hotel, Matsunobu.

Moji is the most
northern shore of
Kiushiu. Since
the construction
of the Kiushiu
Railway terminat-
ing here, it be-
came a busier and
more bustling
place than ever.
The park of Kiyo-
taki at the base
of a hill and the
temple of Hayato
are the chief sights,
(see Route 19— S. and sh
Oiye's Steamship Line).

important commercial port on the

PORT OF MOJI
MONOSEICI IN BLUE DISTANCE.'

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SHIMONOSEKI.

Inns: Shunpan-ro, Daikichi, Kawau.

Shimonoseki, often called Bakan, is the most important
commercial town and considerable shipping centre. Karae-
yama-jinsha, Akamaga-Kyu, Dan-noUra are the places worth
visiting. (See Route 15 — The Sanyo Railway Line.)

OSAKA-HOSOSHIMA LINE.

Ports of Call,

KOBE

Takamatsu

Tadotsu

Imabaru

Mitsugahama

Nagahama

Hiji

Beppu

Oita

Saganoseki

Usuki ...

Saeki ...

Totoro

HOSOSHIMA ...

Distance from
Osaka.

Remarks.

99
139
167
186
256
241
245

274 >^
297 >^
340>4
350>^

See Osaka- Shimonoseki Line.

Ports of call,

KOBE

Takamatsu ..

Tadotsu

Imabaru

Mitsugahama
Nagahama
Hiji
Beppu

OSAKA-UWAJIMA LINE.

Distance from
Osaka,

Remarks,

M.
16

79
99
139
167
186
236
241

See Osaka — Shimonoseki Line. ^

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OSAKA-UWAJIMA LINE- Continued.
Distance
Ports of Call, from Osaka, Remarks.

_ M.

Oita 245

Saganoseki 260 >^

Yawatahama 292^^

Yoshida 313

UWAJIMA 318

IMABARU.

Inns; Asahiya, Junsei-sha, Nobuchu.

Imabaru is a commercial sea-port. It is an old castle
town and the castle was erected by Todo Takatora in 1602.
Some years ago it destroyed and now a public garden
occupies the place. Sea-bathing at Tempozan is situated at the
eastern suberb. Tsunabiki Tenmangu is 3>^ miles from the
town. An image of Sugawara Michizane, which is said to be
his handiwork, is enshrined there.

Kokuhuji is a Buddhist temple of Shingon sect, dedicated
to Yakushinj'orai, made by Gy5ki, a priest of the sect.

MITSUGAHAMA.

Inns: Kubota, Ishizaki.
A principal commercial town having constant communi-
cation with many

ports of the Inland

$ea. A short

ine of railway

alkd *'Iyo" con-

(ects this place
vith Mitsugahama.
i-^; iters to the
'.^><i-. ;i" :":;^ — ItiiittiI spring of
\ I "ft;o and the city
it Matsuyama
. should take this
-train. ^ ,

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Inns: Funaya, Chakin, Tsudaya.

Dor.o. Th-r mineral spring of Dogo is nearly 4^ miles

from Mitsugahama. Visitors should change train for Dogo
at Komachi jnnction. It is one of the most favorite resorts
in Shikoku with excellent inns and pretty parks. There are
three baths each of a different kind.

The Public garden stands on the hill in the southern
suburb of the town from which the most delightful scenes
can bo obtained. The temples of Isanawajinsha and Ishite-
dera are worth a visit

MATSUYAMA.

Inn: Kido-ya.

iX miles east of Dogo is Matsuyama, the capital of the
province of lyo. It was the castle town of Hisamatsu family.

THE CASTLE. The castle is a three-storied structure, standing
on the top of a hill, and commands a bird's eye view of the
surrounding country.

It was build by Kato Yoshiaki in 1603. Now it is occupied
by the garrison and permission to visit the place is ob-
taind by an application to the Prefectural Office.

BEPPU.

Inns : Hina-ya, Kome-ya, K5yo-kwan.

Is a sea-port town of Bungo province. It is famous on
account of its hot spring. The whole ground is volcanic.
The most notedones of these springs are referred to as
the Eastern and Western (Higashi-no-Yu.^ajijdQflshi-no-Yu)

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with the tem-
p e rat ure of
100° — 132° F.
The spring is of
alkali nature
and is suitable
as a bath for
chronic diseases.

PORT OF BEPPU

OITA.

Inns : Midzuno, Nagamatsu, Naits.

Oita is the seat of the local government of Oita-Ken and
is the large and busy town in Bungo province. The chief
produce here is raw silk. The port is 2 miles off from the
town.

The temple of Manju-ji- was forunded by the Lord Otomo
Sadachika in 1306.

SAGA-NO-SEKI.

Inn : Shinmasu-ya,

Is at the eastern extreme of Bungo province and facing
to the cape of Sada, lyo province. Hayasuihime-jinsha and
Slimelsuhiko-jinsha are the old temples. Shiro-ga-hama and
Kuro-ga-Hama are good sea-side resorts about two miles off
the town.

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HOSOSHIMA.

Inns: Hidaka, Settsu-ya, Kawachi-ya.
Hososhima is the finest port in the province of Hiuga-
Tradition has that the first Emperor Jimmu landed at the place
in his Expedition to Kiushiu and there left his weapon.
• • • »

UWAJIMA.

Inns : Imura, Takemura, Hatake-ya.

The second important town of lyo province is the feudal

town of Date's
family. A
famous lacquer
ware known as
U wajima-Nuri
is produced
here. The castle
called Tsuru-
shima-jo stands
on the densely
wooded hill in
the middle of
the town. Visi-
tors are ad-
milted to it on
Sundays only.

UWAJIMA.

Uwatsuhiko-jinsha and VVarei-jinsha are worth visiting.

OSAKA—OKAY AMA LINE.

/Remarks.

Port of Call.

Distance from
Osaka,

HYOGO

Gunge

Tsushi

Minato

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D. stance
Ports of Call. from Os ikn, Remarks,

Muya

Hiketa

Shiratori (Sanbonmatsu)

Tsuda

Shido

Takamatsu

Tonosho

Jnushima ...

OKAYAMA

76>^
U%
S6/2

97
ic8
118
129
I3t

N. B. — In winter the stecimer does not call at Gunge,
Tsushi or Minato, they touch Shiisuki, Yura» Numashima
en route. • • » »

HYOGO.

Ihn<*: Tokiwa, Komasho.

Hyogo is a large and old town separated from Kobe by

the Minato-gawa. Since Taira-no-Kiyomori removed the

capital to Fukuwara from Kyoto in the rath cenuiry it

arose into prominence.

• • • «

THE ISLAND OF AWAJI.

Awaji is a picturesque island with moderate climate and
Kood roads lying
between Shikoku
and Main Island.
The Island is
mentioned in the
earliest Japanese
legends as the first
result of the mar-
riage of Izanagi-no-
Mikoto and Iza-
nami-no-Mikoto,
the founder of the
Empire. awaji and inland sea

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It has many fine ports and the steamers of the Osaka
Shosen Kaisha ply here and there en route. Kariya, Sumoto,
Yura and Fukura are the chief ports of the island, and visi-
tors may explore them within 3 or 4 days.

• • •

GUNGE.

Inns : Shibaki-tei, Iwama-ya.
Gunge is a small village on the western shore of Awaji.
Visitors land here to proceed to the temples of Izanagi-jinsha
and the tomb of Prince Hayanaga. -The former is i^ miles
east of Gunge and is believed to be the habitat of Izanagi
who spent his time there. The latter is Yi mile south-east
of the temple on a hill, thickly wooded.

« • «

MINATO.

Inns: Kurumata, Nikiya.
Minato is a town on the south-east of Awaji. Many
celebrated places con be seen in the neighbourhood. Onokoro-
jima is a small hill i>3 miles to the east of the town. There
is a temple here dedicated to Izanagi-no-Mikoto and Izanami-
no-Mikoto. The temples of Ubunomiya, Kasu Hachiman,
Kano-ji, the tomb of Emperor Jimmu can be visited.
. « • •

MUYA.

Inns : Hamano, Hariya.
Muya is a port on the north-eastern shore of Awa
province in the island of Shikoku. It is the connecting point
of steamers to Tokushima, Tosa in the south and Sanuki in
the western direction. Konaruto, often called Muya-no-Seto,
is a fine whirlpool.

• « •

SHODO-SHIMA.

Shodo-shima is a pine-clad island with rocky and wended
shores in the Inland Sea. Steamers ply daily between the
island and Osaka, Shikoku, Okayama/ One day's excursion
should be made to Kankakei, waterfall at Nishino, Cave
of Benten at Goto, etc.

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TONOSHO.

Inns : Sakai^ Akamatsu.

The best port in the island of Shodo-shima, lying at the
western shore.

Kankakei is nearly 10 miles north-east, can be reached
by jinrikisha, the views here in every season are delightful,
especially so in autumn.

• • •

OKAYAMA.

Inns : Miyoshino, Jiyusha.

Okayama is the capital of the prefecture of the same
name. It is the most important commercial town in the Sanyo
districts. Sanban is the port 5^^ miles ashore.

KORAKU yhn One of the " Three Noted Gardens in Japan."
The ground extends nearly 23 acres, tastefully
laid out in Japanese style. The garden was founded by Ikeda
Tsunamasa, One of the Daimyos.

• • •

THE CASTi.E. Is ^ Very large one five-storey high. Its walls
are protected by a black board whence it is called "Raven

Castle"

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FUKURA.

Inns: Yabuman, Seiharo.
The port of Fukura is at the south-eastern shore of Awaji
island. Launches always ply between the neighbouring ports.
The famous whirlpool of Naruto is 2 miles off'.

NARUTO Tee whirlpool of Naruto is at the channel of

WHIRLPOOL, ji^g same name which is between the cape of

Naruto west of Fukura and north-eastern extreme of the

province of Awa. The distance of the chanuel is only a

mile. The best way to visit the whirlpool is to take small

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boat which is obtained at Fukura. The splashing of the water
against the large sunken rocks, the thunder-like sound of
whirling of the water are sights worth seeing.

OSAKA- YURA LINE.
Distance from

/Wts of Call,

HYOGO

Kariya

Shidzuki

...

Osaka,
M.
i6

Remarks,

Sumoto

YURA

42
46

•

OSAKA-TOKUSHIMA LINE.

P'j.fs.f Gtlf.

stance from
O.aka.

Kemarks

HYOGO

TOKUSHLMA ..

JM.
16

TOKUSHIMA-KANNOURA LINE.

Remarks.

Potts of coll.

Tachibana ...

Distance from
J'okushima.
M.
19

Tsubakidomari

Abe

Yuki

... 38

Hiw.4sa

Muki

Asakawa

romoura
Shishikui
KANNOURA

... 64

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KARIYA.

Inns : Matsuda, Takeda.

Kariya is a port on the eastern shore of the Awaji Island.
It is a most picturesque cove thickly wooded with pine trees
in the strand. • • • •

SHIDZUKI.

Inns: Awaji-ya, Hirano-ya,

Shidzuki is 9 miles south of Kariya, the mountain ranges
of Settsu and Idzumi provinces can be seen in the blue distance
across the gulf and affords charming views.

• « • «

SUMOTO.

Inns: Fukuto, Ibuki, Hamaoka.

Sumoto lies 7X miles of Kariya, is the second important
port in the Island of Awaji With big trade. The temple of
1 fachiman is dedicated to the Emperor Ojin. K6koku-ji is a
Buddhist temple dedicated lo Shaka Nyorai.

• • • «

YURA.

Inns : Shokaku-kwan, Tanaka-ya.
Yura is a fine port lying 5)^ miles south of Sumoto where
a garrison is stationed in connection with the fort.

• « • •

TOKUSHIMA.

Inns : Hirakame, Yanagi-ya, Ginho-ro.

Tokushima is a fine important town situated at north-
eastern coast of the province of Awa, being the seat of the
prefectural government of Tokushima. Shiro-yama is the
ruins of the castle from which extensive views can be afforded.

Zuigan-ii is a Buddhist temple at south-west of Shiro-yama,
dedicated to Yakushi Nyorai. Charming views over the sea
can be obtained.

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OSAKA— SAKAI LINE.

Distance from

Ports of Call,

Osaka, Keniarks

KOBE

Tadotsu

98 See Osaka— Shimonoseki Lir

Shimonoseki...

... 256

Senzaki

... 324

Hagi

... 334

Yesaki

... 356

Hamada

... 381

Yunotsu

... 402

Sagi

... 431

SAKAI

... 472

OSAKA- YASUKI LINE.

Distance from

Ports of Call,

Osaka, Remarks

KOBE

M.
16

Tadotsu

... 98

Shimonoseki..,

... 256

Hagi

-. 329

Susa

... 346

Hamada

... 376

Yunotsu

.. 397

Sakai

... 467

Yonago

... 483

YASUKI

. ... 486

OSAKA— MAIDZURU LINE.

Distance from

Ports of Call,

Osaka. Remarks,

KOBE

M.
16

Tadotsu

Shimonoseki..

. ... 26[

Hagi

. ••• 334

Hamada

. ... 381

Sakai

■ ... 472

Karo

. ... 520

Hamasaka

••• 533

Tsuiyama

... 555

MAIDZURU..

•.. 597

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HAGI.

Inns : Ariyoshi, Fujiwara ya.

Hagi was the residence of the Daimyo of Choshiu Mori
family. The port facing to the Sea of Japan is surrounded
by mountains on three sides. The castle stands on the hill,
northern end of the town. A temple called T6k6-ji was
erectedby Mori's ancestor. It was the birth place of Chika-
matsu Monzayemon, a well known dramatist in Japan.

HAM ADA.

Inns ; Kinsui-Kwan, Totsukawa

The most important port in Iwami province.
• • »

ONSENTSU.

A famous mineral spring worth visiting.

SAGI.

Inns: Idzumi-ya, Sanukiya.

The visitors to Idzumo-no-Oyashiro, the Great Temple

of Idzumo, should alight
here and proceed the dist-
ance of 4>^ miles. The
temple is on the foot of
Mt. Yakumo. It is one of
the most celebrated Shinto
shrines in the Empire.

0Y.ASHIRO.

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SAKAI.

Inns: Kagawa, Karatsu-ya.
Sakai is on the northern end of the project! nj^ island of
Hoki province. Miho,c:aseki is a lovely retreat with a temple

lying 3>4 miles east of Sakai.

• • •

YONAGO.

Inns : Yonago kwan, Iwasa-kwan.
Yonago is the most flourishing town in the province of

Hoki. There are many temples in the town and neij^hbour-
hood.

* • . •

MATSUYE.

Inns: Minami-kwan, Ohashi-kwan.

Matsuye was the Castle town of Daimyo Malsudaira
family situated on the east shore of the lake Shinji. The lake
and the castle are worth visiting. ^

• • «

KARO.

Inns (Tottori) : Kozeni-ya, Komezen.
Karo is 2>4 miles from the city of Tottori.
Tottori was the castle town of Ikeda*s family in the feudal
times and the most important town of the Inaba province.

The castle was erected by Ikeda Mitsumasa and some of .,
it still remain. There are also a park called Shiuraku-yen
and the temple of Nagata jinsha.

» • • ^

TSUIYAMA.

Inns, at Kinosaki : Miki->a, Yukiri-ya.

Two miles north from Tsuiyania is a noted mineral
spring of Kinosaki.

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MIYADZU.

Inn : Furukane-ya,

Miyadzu is a fine port in the province of Tango. It is the
seat of the new Naval Station.

Amano-Hdshidate, one of the Three Finest Views in
Japan, can be reached in one hour by Jinrikisha.

See Route 19— -S. Oiye*s Steam Ship Line.

OSAKA— WAKATSU LINE.

Distance form

Ports of call.

Osaka, Remarks

KOBE

Tadotsu

98 Sea Osaka— Shimonoseki

Imabaru

138

Mitsugahama

i6;

Shimonoseki...

260

Hakata

314

Imari

360

Sasebo

420

Nagasaki

440

Misumi

493

WAKATSU ...

5C4

OSAKA-

-KAGOSHIMA LINE (western route)

Distance from

Ports of call.

Osaka. Remarks.

KOBE

Tadotsu

Imabaru

138

Mitsugahama

164

Shimonoseki...

260

Hakata

314

Nagasaki

440

Misumi

493

KAGOSHIMA

637 ...._^.._r.r

^12 the Osaka Shostn Kmsha^s Line.

OSAKA-KAGOSHIMA LINE (eastern route)

Ports of c.ilL

Distance from

Osaka. Remarks.

KOBE
Hososhima
Aburatsu
KAGOSHIMA

353
410

OSAKA-OKINAWA LINE.

Ports of call.

Distance from

Osaka. Remarks.

KOBE
Kagoshima
Oshima
OIKNAWA

16
418
722
798

HAKATA.

Inns : Matsushima-ya, Sakaye-ya, Kyojun-kwan.

Hakata is one of the big commercial towns in the western
part of the Kiushiu Island. The temples of Kashii, Hakozaki
Hachiman, Dazaifu Tenmangu are worth visking.

• ' • • •

IMARI

In>s: Imafuku-ya, Wakabayashi.

The port of Iniari is on the point of the gulf of the same
name. Renowned procelain called Imari-yaki are produced
here in large quantites.

The mineral spring of Takeo is i4>4 miles distant.

• • • •

SASEBO.

A Naval Port on the south-western part of Hizen
province.

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NAGASAKI.

Hotels : Japan Hotel, Belle Vue Hotel.
Inns: Umeno-ya, Midori-ya.
Nagasaki is one of the former five open ports. Suwa
temple and park, and the Takashima colliery are worth
visiting. See Route 17— The City of Nagasaki.

• • • •

MISUMI.

Inns : Masudaya, Urashima-ya
Misumi is at the western end of the peninsula of Higo
province facing to the island of Amakusa. It is one of the
special open ports and great amount of rice are exported

from here.

• • • »

WAKATSU.

Inns : Matsu-ya, Sakatoku-ya.

Wakatsu, situated along the river Chikugo, is the best port
in the-piVovince of Chiku^o.^

Kazanami-jinsha is a Shinto shrine where Empress Jingo
is said to have taken refuge in her triumphal return from her
Expedition to Corea.

• • » •

KAGOSHIMA.

I>Ns: Ikehata, Okabe, Yamashila.

Kagoshima is the most important town in the southern
part of Kiushiu Island. It is situated in the Gulf of the same

name and an island called Sakura-jima lies on the opposite
side.

Shiroyama is the castle in which Saigo Tal.amori lived in
the Satsuma rebellion. The tombs of Saigo Takamori and his
subjects can be seen in a temple called J6k5myo-ji.

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. OSHIMA.

Inn : Ikebata.

Oshima is an island some 200 miles south of Kagoshima
belonging to Satsuma province. The most important port is
called Nase.

A projecting cape to the south called Rvugo-saki is a
steep rock dashed by waves upon which rock palm trees are
grown which gives a peculiar sight

OKINAWA.

Inn : Ikehata.

Okinawa is the name given to the biggest island ol Luchu
groupes. The ^
harbour isl;
called Nawaf
having fine port
and extensive
trade.

Shuri castle
1% miles east,
was the seat of
residence of the
governor of the
Islands and
now the branch
of the Sixth
Army Division.

VIEW IN 1.UCHU.

OSAKA-ATSUTA LINE.
Distance from
Ports of Call, Osaka. Remafks.

HYOGO 16

Wakayama 47

Gobo 81

Tanabe , 94

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Ports of Call,

Kushimoto

Koza

Katsu-ura ....
Miwasaki ....
Kinomoto ....

Kuki

Owashi
Hikemoto ....
Shimakatsu
Nagashima

Toba

Tsu

Yokkaichi ....
Atsuta

Wnj-/s of Call.

IIVOGO ....
Wakayama

Yuasa

Gobo

Inami

Tana be
Kushimoto

Koza

Katsu ura ....
Miwasaki ....

Ports of Call.

KATA

Wakayama

Waka-no-Ura

Kuroye

Hikata

Shiotsu

Mnioshima

OSAKA ATSUTA LINE— Continued.
Distt nee from

Osaka. Remarks,

104

108

112

118

134

147

155

159

167

173

218

240

257

, 272

OSAKA-MIWASAKI LINE.
Distance from

Osaka. Remarks.

M.
.... .... 16

104

108

112
118

OSAKA— MINOSHIMA LINE.
Distance from

Osaka. Remarks,

4i>^

45K
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ATSUTA— TOBA LINE.

Distance from
Ports of Call. Atsuta.

Kemarks.

ONO 9>^

Yokkaichi i8>^

Tsu 37

Kamiyashiro Qinja) ... 53

Futami 55

TOBA 59>^

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•

WAKAYAMA.

Inns: Fuji-ya, Makino.

Formerly the castle town of the Prince of Kishiu, and
now the capital of the prefecture ofWakayama.

The Castle stands on the eastern end of the town, three -
storey high ; crowns a densely wooded hill surrounded by a
moat.

TJie Park is well laid out and extensive. Panoramic views
over the town as well as the surroundings can be afforded.

See Route 8 — The Nankai Railway Line.

• • • »

WAKA-NO-URA.

Inns: Ashibe-ya, Komei-shiten.

Waka-no-Ura is a sandy penninsula grown with pir.e trees
Temples of Imoseyama, Tamatsu-shima, Tosho-gu and Kimii-
dera are worth visiting.

See Route 8— The Nankai Railway Line.

• • • •

YUASA.

Inns: Hirokyu, Aburakyu.
A provincial town in Kiushiu noted for its minufa:ture

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ol Soy (a kind of bean
sauce). Three small islands
with peculier rocks add
to the beauty of the scenes.

A V1E»V IN YUASA.

GOBO.

Inns : Kishiriki, Nakakichi. - ,^

Gobo is situated at the mouth of the river Hidaka gawa.

The temple of Doj6-ji stands 2 miles north-east. It
belongs to Tendai sect founded nearly 1200 years ago. The
temple is famous on account of the legend relating to the
amorous relations of Anchin and Kiyohime, a monk and a
maiden; well known subject in Japanese drama.

TANABE.

Inns : Kinjo-kwan, Kosho-kwan.
Formerly the castle town of Ando's family. The river" fo

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the same name ^
runs through
the town.

The mineral
spring of Seto
Kanayama is only
3^ miles and can
be reached in a
little over hour.
The scenery is
very charming
and is a favorite
resort.

TANABE.

KATSUURA.

Inns : Momen-ya, Nagisa-ya.
Katsuura is a fine port with delightful views.
j^,^^.„, The waterfalls of Nachi is on the mountain of

WAThK FALLS, the Same name nearly 8 miles from Katsuura.

There are 48 falls among
which Ichi-no laki or the
First fall is the best, then
the Ni-no-Taki and San-no-
Taki or the Stcond and
Third falls.

THE FIRST FALL.

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KINOMOTO.

Inns: Kirei-kwan, Kita-kwan.
Kinomoto is a small town with natural scenic beauty.
huge rock can be seen on the
southern shore, dedicated to
the God of Fire.

S h i c h i r i-g a-H a m a is a
general name given to the
stretch of shore to the length
of nearly ^17 miles Irom Kino-
nioto with delightful views.

ONI-GA-SHIRO.
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TOBA.

Inns; Osaka-ya, Mikuni-ya.

Toba is a fine port at the entrance of the Gulf of Ise.
Hiyoriyama is a small hill north-west, 180 fett above the sea
level, affords a fine view.

FUTAMI.

In.ns: Futami-kwan, Taiyo-kwan.

Futami, is a pretty coast with fine inlets and bays, the
mountain ranges of Owari and Mikawa provinces as well as
the Mt. Fuji visible in blue distance.

It is known in connection with two Sacred Rocks of

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Futami-no-Iwa, or Wife and Husband Rocks, can be seen close
to the shore. The bigrger one is 29 ft. while the smaller 12
ft. tied together by a straw rope called Shimenama.
• • •

Hinjitsu-kwan is a museum of old fine arts. The place is a

favorite sea bathing resort.

« • •

KAMIYASHIRO.

Inn : 6saki-ya.

Jinja is a fine port with number of steamers plying daily.
It is only 2>4 miles to Yamada, the seat of the Imperial
Ancestral Shirnes, which can be reached by jinrikisha.

uji- YAMADA ^^ the place where the Ancestral Shrine of the

Imperial family is located.

Nai-ku or the Inner temple stands on the upper course of

the Isudzu river erected over 1900 years ago dedicated to

Amaterasu Omikami. Divine Park or Shinnenchi is a

spacious garden.

Ge-ku or the Outer temple was founded 482 years later
than the former one dedicated to Toyouke Daijin. It has also
an extensive garden.

TSU.

Inns : Daikan-tei, Chocho-kwan.
Tsu is the capital of the prefecture of Miye.

• • •

THE CASTi K q^^ ^ g^^,^ q„ ^^ southcm part of the town ;
was founded by Todo family in Keicho era. The remains of
it can still seen.

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PUBLIC PARK Is a small hill well laid out and extensive.

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AKOGi-No Is a general name given to the long stretch of

UK A. shore on the eastern portion of the town, pine

clad. Delightful views to be gathered.

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YOKKAICHL

Inns : Yoshitaka-ya, Matsushige, Adzuma.

Yokkaichi lies on the western shore of the Gulf of Ise.
The harbour is deep enough, suitable for anchorage of
steamers.

Koun-ji is a Buddhist temple founded by the priest Meikan
in Heian era.

Suwa temple is a Shinto shrine.

• * •

ATSUTA.

Inns : Isekin, Okada-ya Omori.

Atsuta is a flourshing port on the northern end of the
Gulf of Ise. The town is connected with Nagoya and h^
extensive trade.

ATSUTA I^ dedicated to Yamatodake-no-Mikoto and

lEMPLH. fQ^jj. other deities. There are many subor-

dinate shrines. * • •

NAGOYA.

Hotels : Palace Hotel, Nagoya Hotel.

Nagoya is the most flourishing commercial town next to
Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto.

The castle was erected by Tokugawa lyeyasu five-storey
high. A pair of Gold Dolphins is seen on the top of the
donjon.

Public park is well laid out with pond and small houses,
with bridges surrounded by many old tall trees.

Hongan-ji is the biggest Buddhist temple in the city, of
splended workmanship.

Nishi Hongan-ji, Ohsu-kwannon, Chofuku-ji etc» are worth
visiting. See Route 4— The City of Nagoya;

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The Osaka SMosen Kinships Line,

Ports of call.

MOJI ... .
KEELUNG .

Potts of call.

KOBE ... .

Ujina ... .

Moji

Nagasaki

Keelung... .

Anping ... .

TAKAO... .

KOBE— KEELUNG UNE.
Distance from

Kobe, Remarks,

240

1H%

YOKOHAMA- TAKAO LINE.
Distance from

Yokohama, Remarks,

. ... ... 235

385

457

639

1368

1505

I529>^

Pi rts of call,

KAGOSHIMA

Okinawa

Vayeyama ...

Keelung

Pescadore

Anping

TAKAO

KOBE— TAKAO LINE.
Distance from

Kobe, Remarks

394

766

100^

1148

1334

1387

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Ports of call,

TOKAKKUTSU..

Pescadores

Anping

Takao

Taihanroku

Garanpci

Pinan

Karenko

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KEELUNG *.'* .'.'

FORMOSAN COASTING LINE.
Distance from
Keelung, Remarks.

M.
IC2
184
237
261 M
3015^
3'8K
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Is one of the five Treatey ports only 20 miles far (1 hour's
ride) from Tokyo and it is practically the port of Tokyo.
• • •

isE-YAMA ^^ ^ Shinto temple on the top of a hill called
DAijiN-ciu. Jseyama, founded in 1870, dedicated to Ama-
terasu Omikami. The temple ground is spacious planted with
thousands of cherry trees ; when in full bloom the place at-
tracts many pleasure seekers. A splendid bird's-eye view
over the town and the port is afforded.

THE Is on the northern end of the ex-Cencession

puHLir PAKK. with the area of % acre.

» •

See Route 13.— The City of Yokohama.
• • •

THE ISLAND OF FORMOSA.

Formosa, called Taiwan by Japanese, was incorporated to
the Japanese Fmpire in 1895 as the result of the Japan-China
war. 1 1 1 ies
between 20® 5^^
and 25° 15^ N.
Lat, and 12°
and 122° E.
Long. Since it
was added to|,
Japan, the autho-
rities are eagerly
engaged to
develope it, but
greater part of
the districts sti'.l
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plored. Most of the natives are Malay race. It is a very fertile
island full of products among which camphor, ratan, tea, sugar
are the most important staples. Keelung and Tamsui are the
principal ports on the north of the island nearly on the same
latitude separated by a mountainous region. Taihoku is the
seat of the Administration Office.

KEELUNG.

Inns : Taihei-kan. Tokyo-kan, Fukuoka-kan.
Keelung is situated to the east coast of the northern
extremity of Formosa. It is the most important port in the
Island and the terminus of the Formosan line of the Company.
Coasting steamers always ply around the ihland, and
railway connects Taihoku, Tamsui, as far as to Shinchiku.
A river of the same name runs through the town which
divides into two parts and the streets are built along the shore.
» • •

TAIHOKU (TAIPEH).

Inn : Choyo-go.
Taihoku is situated nearly 20 miles from Keelung and can
be reached in \yi hour by train. It is the seat of the Formosan
Government. The harbour is spacious and well sheltered for
anchorage. It consists of three quarters, viz : Taihoku pro-
per, Manka (or Banka) and Daidotei or called Twatutia which

is settled by foreign residents.

• • •

MARUVAMA ^"^ Botaulcal Garden called Maruyama-Koyen

PARK. by Japanese, stands xV^ miles north of the

castle along the river of the same name. Excellent \iews can

be obtained from there

• • •

TAIWAN Is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the late Prince

iiNSHA. Kitashirakawa and other deities.

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PESCADORES.

Inns: Kogetsu-ro, Kikusui kan.
Pescadores is a general name given to a small archipelago

lying between
Formosa and
the continent of
China. Mako jo
is a castle being
the Capital in
the groupes.

CHOYO MON GATE.

* * •

Inns : Shishun-yen, Naniwa-kan.

Anping is an important port on the south- western coast of
Formosa. It is the starting point of Anping- Hongkong line
of the Company. 1 ourists to South China should find most
convenient to go from Keelung either to Tamsui or to this port.

Taikoku jo or the ruins of Fort Zelandia was built by
Dutch people in 1626.

* * *

Lies 2>^ miles east of Anping is the capital of South
Formosa. It was formerly the seat of the Chinese Administ-
ration of Formosa until 1886 when it was removed to
Taihoku (Taipeh).

Inns : Takao-kan, Tenshin-ro.
Takao is a commercial port next to Anping standing on
two sides of a large lagoon. The harbour is deep enough
surrounded by mountain ranges. It is the point of Yoko-
hama— Takao and Handa — Takao Lines of the Company and
also the Formosa Coasting steamers call there en route.

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