Journeys in Japan

Iiyama: The Landscape of the Heart (3x27)

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Iiyama City, located in northern Nagano Prefecture, is known for its beautiful nature and distinct four seasons. With more than 20 Buddhist temples, the area is also known the "Snow Country's Little Kyoto." The atmospheric has many shops dealing the region's traditional Buddhist altars called "Iiyama Butsudan." It also has excellent museums.