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Hokuriku Region
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Fukui
Nature Spots
Tojinbo Cliffs
3.74 7A Stunning View of Powerful Waves Crashing Against Rugged Cliffs!
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Stunning Nature and Historic Views: 16 Must-Visit Spots in Fukui
Fukui Prefecture is known for dramatic natural scenery, from the rugged sea cliffs of Tojinbo to the “castle in the sky,” Echizen Ono Castle, floating above a sea of clouds. You’ll also find plenty of places to experience Japan’s history and culture, including preserved townscapes, historic ruins, and temples and shrines. Here are some must-visit attractions, plus recommended places to stay, for a Fukui trip packed with highlights.
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3 Pulse-Pounding Sheer Cliffs
A stunning view of cliffs, formations shaped by nature itself, is a huge draw to many people, often leading to the cliffs’ use as a location for filming, including suspense dramas. This article will introduce a selection of carefully chosen pulse-pounding sheer cliffs.
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![Walk along the pedestrian pathway to get a close-up view of the snow walls.
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Toyama
Spring festivals & Events
Tateyama Kurobe Snow Valley Festival
3.67 3Experience the breathtaking snow walls up close, reaching up to 20 meters high.
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Encounter an overwhelmingly beautiful natural landscape - Kurobe Tateyama Alpine Route Tourist Guide
On the Kurobe Tateyama Alpine Route, which runs through the 3,000-meter-high mountains of the Northern Alps, you can easily enjoy the dynamic scenery of the four seasons. This section provides all the information you need to enjoy the scenery of the Kurobe Tateyama Alpine Route, as well as highlights and recommended accommodations.
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Day Trip Itinerary: Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route: Epic Views and One-of-a-Kind Transportation
One of the world’s top mountain sightseeing routes linking Toyama and Nagano is the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. Its biggest appeal is the chance to take a series of unique rides while enjoying sweeping, large-scale views shaped by the deep Kurobe Gorge and its dam. Here, we’ll introduce a day-trip model course to enjoy the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route starting from Tateyama Station in Toyama.
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![“Black water” with the pride of Iwamuro hot spring has a perfect moisturizing effect.]()
Niigata
Famous Places
Iwamuro hot spring
3.58 1A hot spring town with “Kuroyu (black water)” opened 300 years ago is surrounded by rich nature, and a performance by Geisha is attractive.
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All the charms of Niigata are packed into one day! 1 Day Trip to fully enjoy the charms of "Nishikan" Ward.
Nishikan-ku (Ward) is located in the southwestern part of Niigata City. Known by the nickname "Nishikan," this area is a charming town filled with "Niigata-ness" such as delicious rice, sake breweries representing Japan, fresh fish from the Sea of Japan, abundant nature and hot springs. In this article, we will introduce a 1-day model course to enjoy such attractive "Nishikan"!
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[Niigata City 1-Day Model Itinerary] Explore Niigata City’s Must-See Spots!
With a port open since ancient times, Niigata City has grown as a key hub for transportation by land and sea. Here’s a 1-day model itinerary where you can experience the city’s history and culture. You’re sure to discover a different side of Niigata beyond the usual images of “rice country” and “sake”!
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