Shimamoto Town in the northern part of Osaka Prefecture has prospered as a vital part of transportation from the Kyoto basin to the Osaka plain since ancient times. There are many historic sites that makes you feel a long history and it is a perfect place to sightseeing. Shimamoto Town is also known as a place of famous water, and tours of institutions related to famous water … [Read more...] about SUNTORY Yamazaki Distillery, Osaka
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Shikaribetsuko Kotan, Hokkaido
Lake Shikaribetsu is a famous tourist spot where tourists constantly visit regardless of the season. It is located in the east Tokachi area of Hokkaido, a lake that spans the northern Shikaoi-cho Town in Tokachi and the southwestern part of Kamishihoro-cho Town, the altitude is about 810 meters, and in Hokkaido it is located at the highest altitude. In the winter, the lake … [Read more...] about Shikaribetsuko Kotan, Hokkaido
The Diet Building, Tokyo
Parliament building which is the center of Japan's politics in Nagatacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. The House of Councilors and the House of Representatives including the Cabinet are deliberating and debating daily at this Parliament House. The Diet Building is open to the public, it is possible to visit, it is a spot full of highlights, with many visitors on the tour. Constructed in … [Read more...] about The Diet Building, Tokyo
Hoshi no Buranko (The Swing of Star), Osaka
"Hoshi no Buranko" (The Swing of Star) in Hoshida Enchi in Osaka is the longest class suspension bridge in Japan. It is a large suspension bridge with a total length of 280 meters and a height of 50 meters. Because it is a romantic name, it is also popular as a date destination place for couples. Good access from Osaka city "Hoshi no Buranko" is crowded with people who hiking … [Read more...] about Hoshi no Buranko (The Swing of Star), Osaka
Tanize Suspension Bridge, Nara
Tanize Suspension Bridge in Totsukawa village in Nara Prefecture is the biggest suspension bridge in Japan (the largest suspension bridge for living). It is 297.7 meters in length and 54 meters in height from the river running down. Totsukawa village in Nara Prefecture where there is a suspension bridge in Tanaze is a village with the most suspension bridges in Japan. It is a … [Read more...] about Tanize Suspension Bridge, Nara
Yanesen (Downtown Area of Tokyo)
The good old city streets of Tokyo are left, "Yanesen". This city filled with emotions of a downtown is highly recommended for visiting as a sightseeing because there are many spots where you can know the quaint old private houses, fashionable cafes, historic temples and downtown culture. The word "Yanesen" was originally called as an abbreviation for the regional magazine … [Read more...] about Yanesen (Downtown Area of Tokyo)
Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower is now a typical sightseeing spot in Tokyo, but in fact the original role is a radio tower. It was constructed with the aim of transmitting radio waves of television stations in 1958 and was responsible for the role until Tokyo Sky Tree was completed. Today, Tokyo Sky Tree is the main radio tower. The current Tokyo Tower is a "spare radio tower" when some trouble … [Read more...] about Tokyo Tower
Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge, Yamaguchi
Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge extending straight through the emerald green ocean, white sandy beach which is just a tropical landscape, silhouette of a lighthouse floating in the sunset. Tsunoshima area of Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, now is known as a landscape with many people holding a longing "I want to visit once!" Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge was born in 2000 as a … [Read more...] about Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge, Yamaguchi
Ushiku Chateau (Facility of Winemaker)
In Ushiku city, Ibaraki Prefecture, there are sightseeing spots that are perfect for those who like alcohol. It is "Ushiku Chateau" which is the first authentic winery in Japan that Denbe Kamiya, the founder of "Kamiya Bar" in Asakusa built in Ushiku in 1903. Ushiku Chateau, modeled on the existing brewery in France, is a retro brick building. It is designated as an important … [Read more...] about Ushiku Chateau (Facility of Winemaker)
Sky Bus Tokyo, Tokyo
The Tokyo subway is convenient for sightseeing as its network of railroads covers the whole city. But, how about sightseeing by bus occasionally? Today, open roof sightseeing bus is very popular in Tokyo. A bright red two-story bus goes around sightseeing spots such as Asakusa, Skytree and Odaiba area. Roof top two-story bus has a higher line-of-sight than everyday and is … [Read more...] about Sky Bus Tokyo, Tokyo