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Yokkaichi Factory Night View

With its dreamlike scenery that feels like a futuristic city or a scene from a sci-fi movie, this spot draws visitors from Japan and abroad as a “sacred place for factory night views.” Centered around its petrochemical complex, enjoy the nightscape that symbolizes Yokkaichi, a city shaped by industry, from three approaches: sea, sky, and land.

• Mie
• Tourist Attractions

Kumamoto Castle

Kumamoto Castle is the famous castle built by Kiyomasa Kato in 1607. It was built using the latest, cutting edge techniques at the time and was the setting of many important moments in Japan’s history.

• Kumamoto
• Tourist Attractions

Fukuzenji Temple Taichoro

Fukuzenji, a Shingon Buddhist temple founded by the monk Kuya around 950 in the Heian period. Taichoro, a guest hall next to the main hall, was built during the Genroku era of the Edo period and boasts Approx. 330 years of history, and is also designated as a National Historic Site. Built on a small hill, the tatami room of Taichoro-once used as a reception hall for the Joseon Tongsinsa (Korean diplomatic missions) in the Edo period-offers sweeping views of Tomonoura, including the calm Seto Inland Sea and islands floating offshore.

• Hiroshima
• Shrines & Temples

Lake Shikaribetsu

Lake Shikaribetsu, located at an elevation of approximately 810 meters, is Hokkaido’s highest-altitude lake and the only natural lake within Daisetsuzan National Park. Formed around 30,000 years ago by a volcanic eruption that dammed a river, it is known as the “Celestial Lake” and is surrounded by small volcanic peaks like Mount Tenbo and Mount Hakuun. The pristine landscape, featuring untouched forests of Sakhalin fir, Yezo spruce, and birch trees, is a stunning highlight.

• Tokachi and Obihiro
• Nature Spots

Mt. Hakodate Observatory

The Mt. Hakodate Observatory is the final stop of Mt. Hakodate Ropeway. The first floor features an inside lounge, the Ryoubi Park popular among locals as a less-crowded area to enjoy the night sceneries. The second floor features a summit shop, and restaurant selling Mt. Hakodate original goods. The third floor features a tea lounge, and the fourth floor features an observatory lounge.

• Hakodate and Matsumae
• Observatories