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Yamagata

Experiences Facilities

Izu Kokeshi Studio Main Shop

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The only workshop of Ginzan Onsen's craft, the "Ginzan Kokeshi".

Enjoy the leisurely view of the flower field while riding the lift to the summit.

Furano and Biei

Tourist Attractions

Hokuseiyama Lavender Garden

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Ride the sightseeing lift to the summit where a colorful flower field and magnificent view await.

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Among the numerous tourist spots in Hokkaido, Furano is particularly popular for its beautiful lavender fields. If you're planning to visit the lavender fields, it's essential to know the best time to see the lavender in full bloom and which fields are the most popular. Of course, Furano offers other attractive tourist spots beyond the lavender fields.

Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree

Shopping Streets

Asakusa Shin Nakamise Shopping Street

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Safe from rain and intense heat under the arcade! A shopping street traversing Asakusa from east to west.

The clear stream and the mountains of Hakuba. Many tourists visit this spot for this scenery.

Nagano

Parks & Gardens

Oide Park

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A scenic spot overlooking clear streams and the grand mountains of Hakuba.

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A 2-Day, Full-Sensory Cycling Course through the Great Outdoors with Glittering Views of the Sea of Japan

Get in gear for a scenic, cycling adventure around the city of Itoigawa in Niigata Prefecture, a destination hugged by ocean and mountain landscapes, set against the Sea of Japan. Your trip will span two days, zipping across the well-maintained Kubiki Cycling Road and the Toyama Bay Coastal Cycling Course. For those looking for unforgettably dynamic mountain views, there's even a “mountainside route” that tracks down from Shinano Omachi Station with plenty of rich mountain views. Let's embark on a scenic cycling journey where you can feel the nature of the Sea of Japan at your fingertips!

Exterior view of Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum.

Asahikawa and Sounkyo

Museums

Otokoyama sake brewery museum

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Otokoyama Sake Brewing Museum, where visitors can learn about the 350-year history of sake production and sample sake.

Enjoy the beauty of the valley from season to season

Tochigi

Hot Springs & Hot Spring Resorts

Kinugawa Onsen

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A hot spring resort where visitors can enjoy the beauty of magnificent valleys and historic and famous hot springs.

The harmony of lustrous roses and elegant Western-style mansion is magnificent

Akabane, Itabashi

Parks & Gardens

Former Furukawa Gardens

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The harmony of Japanese and Western-style gardens is excellent.

The pretty flowers in bloom during the rainy season are a source of relaxation.

Tachikawa, Hachioji, Machida

Parks & Gardens

Hydrangea Park (Kodaira City)

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The entire park is decorated with colorful hydrangeas.

“Kogesawa plum grove" with red and white plum trees in full bloom

Tachikawa, Hachioji, Machida

Nature Spots

Takao Plum Village

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About 10,000 red and white plum blossoms are fragrant.

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Iwasaki Family’s western-style guest house

Ueno, Nippori

Museums

The former Iwasaki House Garden

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The mansion that reflects the dazzling lifestyle in the Meiji Period.

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Japan’s most luxurious resort hotels here at Busena Cape.

Yanbaru, Nago, Motobu

Parks & Gardens

Busena Marine Park

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Explore under the sea from a water observatory and glass boat.

Open factory where you can see craftsmen's handiwork up close

Niigata

Experiences Facilities

SUWADA Seisakusho (SUWADA Blacksmith Works, Inc.)

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At the Tsubame-Sanjo Hardware Factory, visitors can observe a "manufacturing" site where craftsmen's traditional skills are at their best.

Children enjoying reading on the grand staircase.
Photo: Shunsuke Ito

Osaka

Museums

Nakanoshima Children’s Book Forest

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Massive bookshelves with approximately 20,000 books that will pique your curiosity.

Trees that have grown huge due to wind and snow look like monsters.

Aomori

Nature Spots

Hakkoda Juhyo (frost covered trees)

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Enveloped in a powerful and magnificent silvery-white world created by nature.

Alluring change of scenery in different seasons

Aomori,Akita

Nature Spots

Lake Towada

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A panoramic masterpiece created by the force of nature and eons of time.

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Iwate

Tourist Attractions

Kaiunbashi Bridge (Good Fortune Bridge)

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The bridge symbolizes Morioka, a strategic point of transportation and a spot with a splendid view.

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Morioka City is known for its charming blend of retro Meiji-era architecture, the beautiful Nakatsu River flowing through the city center, and the distant mountains that create a harmonious streetscape. Morioka's streets are imbued with a unique nostalgic atmosphere. Of course, Morioka's appeal goes beyond its picturesque streets. Morioka also offers spots to experience traditional Japanese culture and savor local delicacies like Wanko Soba and Morioka Cold Noodles. To fully enjoy the diverse attractions of Morioka, here are some must-visit tourist spots to explore.

Manekineko dedicated by worshippers line up.

Jiyugaoka, Sangenjaya, Setagaya, Futako-Tamagawa

Shrines & Temples

Gotokuji Temple

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A temple with a long history in connection with the Ii family where Manekineko will welcome you.

Kumamoto

Shopping Streets

Sakuranobaba Josaien

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A recreated Castletown streetscape full of Kumamoto’s best food and shopping.

"Goryokaku Tower" offers a 360° view of Hakodate City

Hakodate and Matsumae

Observatories

Goryokaku Tower

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A landmark of Hakodate with a view of the Goryokaku Ruins, a special historic site, below.

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Sendai

Famous Places

Akiu Onsen (Akiu Hot Spring)

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A historic hot spring that Lord Date Masamune also loved.

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Things to Do

Izu Kokeshi Studio Main Shop

Hokuseiyama Lavender Garden

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Asakusa Shin Nakamise Shopping Street

Oide Park

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Otokoyama sake brewery museum

Kinugawa Onsen

Former Furukawa Gardens

Hydrangea Park (Kodaira City)

Takao Plum Village

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The former Iwasaki House Garden

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Busena Marine Park

SUWADA Seisakusho (SUWADA Blacksmith Works, Inc.)

Nakanoshima Children’s Book Forest

Hakkoda Juhyo (frost covered trees)

Lake Towada

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Kaiunbashi Bridge (Good Fortune Bridge)

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Gotokuji Temple

Sakuranobaba Josaien

Goryokaku Tower

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Akiu Onsen (Akiu Hot Spring)

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