An event in which 30,000 Hina dolls collected from throughout Japan are displayed throughout the city. Visitors can see various kinds of Hina dolls by touring the various venues. Numerous other events are held, such as a hina parade where children wear the same Chigo...More

Back on March 3rd, several years back, I found myself in Katsuura for a martial arts seminar. It takes place every year for any foreigners in Japan, who are black belts or at least more than just beginners and they try different styles, attend seminars...More

An attractive shrine in the middle of Katsuura. They are famous for their doll exhibit around Hinamatsuri (girls' day). At night the stairs leading up to the shrine are lit by the lampions lining the stairway. Very atmospheric!