Nagatoromachi, located in Chichibu-gun, northwestern Saitama Prefecture, is a valley town surrounded by mountains. Around the town are Mt. Fudo, Mt. Jinmi and Mt. Hodo. Arakawa flows through the center of the town. "Nagatoro River Boating" is a popular tourist attraction in Nagatoro-cho where nature is rich. You can experience the powerful boat ride while enjoying the superb … [Read more...] about Nagatoro River Boating, Saitama
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The Future City?, Yamaguchi
In Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, there is a beautiful factory night scene spot, which is one of the "10 major factory night cities in Japan". Shunan City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, spreads out along the city's leading complexs that stretch from east to west. Within a walking distance from Japan Railway's "Tokuyama Station", there are dotted sights of the plant night … [Read more...] about The Future City?, Yamaguchi
Yakata-bune (House Boat), Tokyo
Tokyo is now popular for sightseeing with houseboats. There are various tourist destinations in the city, but there is a lack of night sightseeing. Among them, Japanese traditional and cultural, Japanese food, and houseboats where nature can be enjoyed all at once are attracting attention. You can enjoy a different view from Tokyo by car, train or walking. Of course it is nice … [Read more...] about Yakata-bune (House Boat), Tokyo
Omihachiman, Shiga
Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture, which is close to Lake Biwa, has a long history of idyllic satoyama landscapes, including water sports. On the other hand, it is a place where the townscape which has developed independently as the Omi merchant birthplace is left. You can enjoy the scenery of "Hachimanbori Canal", which is a place of rich nature and the place of people's … [Read more...] about Omihachiman, Shiga
Hakone Sightseeing Cruise by Pirate Ship, Kanagawa
Lake Ashinoko is one of the most visited tourist spots in Hakone. With the Hakone Pirate Ship, you can enjoy luxury cruises while enjoying the view of Lake Ashinoko. Hakone pirate ship that 2 million people use every year since its opening in 1950. The Hakone Pirate Ship is active as a sightseeing boat where you can enjoy Lake Ashinoko surrounded by rich nature. Hakone pirate … [Read more...] about Hakone Sightseeing Cruise by Pirate Ship, Kanagawa
Ashinoko (Lake Ashi) Sightseeing Cruise, Kanagawa
If you see the spectacular view of Lake Ashinoko, one of the highlights of sightseeing in Hakone, be sure to use a pleasure boat or a pirate boat that can explore on the water. There are two types of tourist vessels operating on Lake Ashinoko. One is "Hakone Ashinoko sightseeing cruises", which is managed by the Izu Hakone Railway Group. There are 4 in all: Jyukoku-maru, … [Read more...] about Ashinoko (Lake Ashi) Sightseeing Cruise, Kanagawa
Enoshima Electric Railway (Enoshima dentetsu or Enoden), Kanagawa
“Enoshima Electric Railway”, nicknamed “Enoden” and loved by locals and tourists, is a convenient train to travel to the major tourist destinations in Kamakura and Enoshima. The train, which creates a retro atmosphere, connects 10 kilometers from Kamakura Station to Fujisawa Station, and from the inside of the train windows you can admire the beautiful sea and views of the … [Read more...] about Enoshima Electric Railway (Enoshima dentetsu or Enoden), Kanagawa
Himiko, Hotaruna, Emeraldas – Tokyo Bay Cruise, Tokyo
At "TOKYO CRUISE", you can enjoy cruising while moving the Sumida River and Tokyo Bay by water bus. Currently, it operates on the following four routes. Sumida River Line (Asakusa-Hamarikyu-Hinode Pier-Asakusa) Hotaruna Line (Asakusa-Hinode Pier-Odaiba Beach Park-Asakusa) Himiko Line (Asakusa-Odaiba Beach Park-Toyosu-Asakusa) Odaiba Line (sunrise pier-Odaiba Beach … [Read more...] about Himiko, Hotaruna, Emeraldas – Tokyo Bay Cruise, Tokyo
Gozabune Atakemaru (Samurai Cruises), Tokyo
"Atakemaru" is a legendary huge boat made by Iemitsu, the third generation of the Tokugawa family in the early Edo period. It is a ship boasting luxury that was called as comparable to Nikko Toshogu Shrine. The Tokyo Bay pleasure boat with the theme of Atakemaru is "Gozabune Atakemaru". A gorgeous ship is popular with overseas travelers. At "Sunset Cruise" and "Night Cruise", … [Read more...] about Gozabune Atakemaru (Samurai Cruises), Tokyo
Kobe Concerto (Restaurant Cruise Ship), Hyogo
Speaking of Kansai region's representative port town, it is "Kobe". In the night view of Kobe Harborland in Kobe Port, the light of "Mosaic Ferris wheel" and "Kobe Port Tower" is gorgeously directing the night view of Kobe Port. "Concerto" from such Kobe port is a cruise ship which can cruises round trip to Akashi-Kaikyo Ohashi Bridge. The cruise plan of Concerto includes a … [Read more...] about Kobe Concerto (Restaurant Cruise Ship), Hyogo