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Rice fields in Yahata, Kutchan Town, Hokkaido and Mt. Yotei

Otaru and Niseko

Nature Spots

Mount Yotei

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This mountain that looks like Mt. Fuji is nicknamed Ezo Fuji. It is a symbol of the Niseko Area.

Kanazawa

Famous Places

Kazuemachi Chaya-Gai District

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Take a stroll along the narrow alleys and atmospheric Chaya buildings along the river.

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24 Noteworthy things to do in Kanazawa: A City Rich in History and Tradition

Kanazawa, known as Kaga Hyakumangoku, is a cultural city that flourished during the Edo period. Visitors can explore charming Edo-style streets, enjoy fresh seafood from Kanazawa Port, and discover both traditional crafts and contemporary art in local museums. This Kanazawa travel guide introduces the best tourist attractions, gourmet food, and recommended accommodations.
Enjoy an authentic Japanese experience in Kanazawa. ~ Higashi tea house district and Kazuemachi tea house district~

Kanazawa is the main city of Ishikawa prefecture. Ishikawa is located in the centre of Japan’s main island. This region is called Hokuriku. In 2015 Japan Rail started to operate the Hokuriku Shinkansen(bullet train) line. Now we can access Kanazawa station from Tokyo in only 2.5 hours! This time I journeyed through Kanazawa’s popular tourist spots, the Higashi tea house district and the Kazuemachi tea house district.

The bright vermilion tower gate is a valuable cultural property.

Kyoto

Shrines & Temples

Shimogamo Shrine (Kamomioya-jinja)

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Having been enshrined since BC, it is one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto.

The beautiful garden with the view of Owakudani Valley

Hakone

Museums

Hakone Venetian Glass Museum

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Venetian glass museum, to open your heart and bring you to the old Venice.

The museum comprises 3 buildings, “Life Sciences building”, “Science and Technology building”, and “Astronomy building” and shows about 260 exhibitions.

Nagoya

Museums

Nagoya City Science Museum

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The world's biggest planetarium and a full impact hands-on display.

Shizuoka

Shrines & Temples

Fukuchizan Shuzenji Temple

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This temple is located in a historic hot spring resort area, also known as the Little Kyoto of Izu.

Yamanashi

Shrines & Temples

Araya Yama Jinja

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One of the three shrines for blessings of wealth.

Chichu Art Museum　
Photo:FUJITSUKA Mitsumasa

Kagawa

Museums

Chichu Art Museum

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Even the building is a work of art! A museum that harnesses natural light.

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A complete guide to Naoshima, the island of art! From major and hidden tourist spots to gourmet foods and souvenirs

Naoshima, located in the Seto Inland Sea, is known as the island of art and is full of unique features that only Naoshima can offer. It is an island with beautiful, photogenic nature, and we recommend it to anyone, not only art lovers, because of its variety in tourist spots. In this article, we would like to introduce the must-know highlights of Naoshima Island.

The whirling tides, as seen from Uzu no Michi

Tokushima

Tourist Attractions

Uzu-no-Michi Walkway

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Peer into Whirlpools from this Glass-floored Walkway above the Sea

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The street is filled with many local shoppers and tourists.

Ryogoku, Ningyocho, Kiyosumi-Shirakawa, Kinshicho

Shopping Streets

Sunamachi Ginza Shopping Street

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A lively shopping street with about 130 stores lined up in the nostalgic atmosphere of the bygone Showa era.

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Tokyo Koto-ku Complete Travel Guide

Koto-ku is located in the center of Tokyo and has excellent access. In addition, Koto-ku has many attractive sightseeing spots. From the latest fashionable spots to temples, shrines, and shopping streets where you feel the history.

The adorable Lesser Panda is very popular!
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Yokohama

Zoos & Aquariums

Nogeyama Zoo

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A zoo where you can observe animals up close for free.

Shinjuku, Okubo, Yoyogi, Yotsuya

Shopping Streets

Shinjuku Golden Gai

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A Historic Street of about 300 Bars and Pubs in Shinjuku’s Kabukicho.

Miyazaki

Nature Spots

Takachiho Gorge

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The photographer’s dream, a gorge of the National Place of Scenic Beauty.

The 52nd floor Observation Gallery
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Akasaka, Roppongi, Azabu-Juban

Observatories

Roppongi Hills "Observatory Tokyo City View"

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Savor the Scenery of Tokyo from this Superb View Spot.

Sugamo Jizo-dori Shopping Street Entrance

Ueno, Nippori

Shopping Streets

Sugamo Jizo-dori Shopping Street

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A good old shopping street that values the hospitality spirit that has continued since the Edo period.

Osaka

Observatories

Abeno Harukas

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A towering skyscraper boasting a height of 300 meters above ground. From the observation deck on the top floor, one can enjoy a wide view of Osaka.

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Make the Most of Osaka’s Best Views: Your Abeno Harukas Travel Guide

More than just an observation deck, Abeno Harukas packs shopping, dining, an art museum, and even a hotel into one standout destination. At 300 meters tall, this skyscraper is a symbol of the Tennoji area and one of Osaka’s top landmarks. In this guide, we’ll break down the highlights and must-sees on each floor so you can enjoy Abeno Harukas to the fullest.

Aoyama, Omotesando, Harajuku

Parks & Gardens

Yoyogi Park

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An Urban Oasis Bustling with a Variety of Events.

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【Yoyogi Park Travel Guide】An Urban Oasis to Escape Tokyo’s Bustle

Yoyogi Park is the fifth-largest metropolitan park within Tokyo’s 23 wards. Despite being in the heart of the city, it’s an urban oasis where you can relax surrounded by lush nature. While you won’t find typical playground equipment, events at the outdoor stage and popular flea markets draw big crowds. If you’re tired of Tokyo’s nonstop energy, why not take a leisurely stroll through Yoyogi Park? Here are the classic spots to know and the best seasons to visit for a truly refreshing break.

Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms typically bloom from late March to early April

Nagoya

Parks & Gardens

Arakogawa Park

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The promenade is lined with cherry trees stretching for about one kilometer and is also home to one of the largest lavender fields in the prefecture.

A roof is installed, so it can be used even on rainy days.

Fukuoka

Hot Springs & Hot Spring Resorts

Karatachi Literary Footbath

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A free footbath where you can take a relaxing break during your travels.

A vermilion torii gate that seems to extend out over the lake

Akita

Shrines & Temples

Goza-no-ishi Shrine

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A beauty-themed power spot enshrining Tatsuko-hime, a figure from the dragon god legend.

Things to Do

Mount Yotei

Kazuemachi Chaya-Gai District

24 Noteworthy things to do in Kanazawa: A City Rich in History and Tradition

Enjoy an authentic Japanese experience in Kanazawa. ~ Higashi tea house district and Kazuemachi tea house district~

Shimogamo Shrine (Kamomioya-jinja)

Hakone Venetian Glass Museum

Nagoya City Science Museum

Fukuchizan Shuzenji Temple

Araya Yama Jinja

Chichu Art Museum

A complete guide to Naoshima, the island of art! From major and hidden tourist spots to gourmet foods and souvenirs

Uzu-no-Michi Walkway

Complete Guide to Visiting Naruto: a Full Line-up of Must-See Spots!

Gaze down from a bridge over world-class, epic whirlpools.

A complete guide to Awaji Island! From major and hidden tourist spots to gourmet foods and souvenirs

Sunamachi Ginza Shopping Street

Tokyo Koto-ku Complete Travel Guide

Nogeyama Zoo

Shinjuku Golden Gai

Takachiho Gorge

Roppongi Hills "Observatory Tokyo City View"

Sugamo Jizo-dori Shopping Street

Abeno Harukas

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Yoyogi Park

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Arakogawa Park

Karatachi Literary Footbath

Goza-no-ishi Shrine