"Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route" that connects Toyama Prefecture and Nagano Prefecture through the 3,000-meter North Japanese Alps including Mt. Tateyama and Mt. Tsurugidake. In the middle of the winter, the route is closed because the snow is deep, but the snow event "Yuki no Otani Walk" (Walking through the Giant Snow Walls) will be held in part of the route from spring to … [Read more...] about Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Yuki no Otani (The Giant Snow Walls), Toyama
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Yume no Tsuribashi (Dream Suspension Bridge), Shizuoka
Shizuoka prefecture is adjacent to Yamanashi prefecture and Nagano prefecture in the north, it is also famous as a sightseeing spot in the Southern Japanese Alps. Especially famous is "Sumatakyo Gorge" which is a valley of Nemoto Town which is located back from the Oi River. "Sumatakyo Gorge" is a huge valley area in the tributary of the Oigawa, a place famous for enjoying … [Read more...] about Yume no Tsuribashi (Dream Suspension Bridge), Shizuoka
Lake Tazawa, Akita
Near the border with Iwate prefecture in the central part of Akita prefecture, there is the deepest lake in Japan called “Lake Tazawa”. Regardless of the season, the color of the lake is deep bluish green no matter when you go, it is a lake with a fantastic atmosphere. Its beauty is chosen as one of "the 100 best sceneries in Japan", and the color changes depending on the … [Read more...] about Lake Tazawa, Akita
Itoshima, Fukuoka
Itoshima is a peninsula located in the northwestern part of Fukuoka prefecture. Although it is easy to be misunderstood from the name, Itoshima is not the island but the name of the city. While it is only 30 minutes by car from the center of Fukuoka city, the Itoshima Peninsula facing the Genkai-Nada Sea has a beautiful coastline and rich nature spreads. There are many things … [Read more...] about Itoshima, Fukuoka
Lake Goshikinuma, Fukushima
"Lake Goshikinuma" at Bandai Plateau in Fukushima Prefecture is a scenic spot where there are about 30 large and small lakes. The water surface of the lake group changes into various colors depending on the season and weather, and it is a mysterious beauty. It is approximately 30 minutes by car from “Inawashiro Bandai Kogen” IC Banetsu Road. There is Lake Goshikinuma on the … [Read more...] about Lake Goshikinuma, Fukushima
Arakurayama-Sengen Park, Yamanashi
"Arakurayama Sengen Park" famous as a spot where you can see Mt. Fuji. It is known not only for Mt. Fuji but also for cherry blossoms. There are many places where you can see Cherry blossoms and Mt. Fuji, but there is no place where you can see elegant Japanese landscape as Arakurayama Sengen Park. In the garden, there is a memorial tower of the war dead called "Churei-to" … [Read more...] about Arakurayama-Sengen Park, Yamanashi
Miyajima Momijidani Park, Hiroshima
A part of Miyajima and Itsukushima-Jinja Shrine are designated as World Cultural Heritage sites and are representative tourist spots in Japan. There is another popular sightseeing spot "Momijidani Park" in Miyajima. In the autumn leaves season, its beauty is attracting attention and bustling with a large number of tourists. "Momijidani Park" is about 5 minutes on foot from … [Read more...] about Miyajima Momijidani Park, Hiroshima
Cave cafe, Okinawa
Speaking of Okinawa's sightseeing spots, the blue and clear sea attracts attention, but surprisingly there are many places of interest in Okinawa about "caves". Especially, "Gyokusen-do Stalactite Cave" which is one of Japan's largest scale stalactite cave is known as the main spot for sightseeing in Okinawa. However, it is surprisingly unknown that part of the cave linked to … [Read more...] about Cave cafe, Okinawa
Japan Alps Kamikochi, Nagano
The clear stream of Azusagawa River and the mountains of Japan Alps with peaks on both sides. That is the scenic spot to represent Japan, Kamikochi. While watching magnificent views, walking with a refreshing climate is very pleasant. Kamikochi located near the center of the North Alps, 1,500 meters above sea level. It is a part of the Chubu Mountains National Park, designated … [Read more...] about Japan Alps Kamikochi, Nagano
Row of Metasequoia Trees, Shiga
Makino Town in Takashima-shi, Shiga Prefecture. This area near Lake Biwa is crowded with many tourists visiting in the summer. This is a recreation area, many people visit during sightseeing and summer vacation. There are many popular sightseeing spots such as spots where you can see a magnificent view around Makino station. People who visit through the four seasons are … [Read more...] about Row of Metasequoia Trees, Shiga