
2015.07.10
City&Town
How to walk in Mashike town, story1
Mashike, a small town in northern Hokkaido, boasts both historical significance and thriving local culture. Home to landmarks like Maruichi Honmake

2015.07.09
Temples/shrines
The Premier Sculptural Shrine in Hokkaido: Itsukushima Shrine in Mashike
About a 4-minute walk south of Kunimare Sake Brewery lies Itsukushima Shrine. Visitors will be amazed by the intricate and magnificent sculptures ador

2015.07.08
Museum
Maruichi Honmake, the former merchant house in Mashike
Maruichi Honmake wielded significant influence from the Meiji to the middle of the Showa era. Its founder, Taizo Honma, operated a general store start