Yobukocho, Karatsu, Saga Prefecture, famous for its squid. But it's not just gourmet. How about cruising into a mysterious cave after eating fresh squid Ike-zukuri (slices of fresh raw fish arranged … [Read More...] about Nanatsugama Stalactite Cave, Nagasaki
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Shikotsuko Hyoto Matsuri (Lake Shikotsu Ice Pillar Festival), Hokkaido
Created by ice and the fantastically lighted up world are beauty Lake Shikotsu in Chitose city, Hokkaido, the high transparency is one of the best in the whole country. The beautiful water that is qualified as No. 1 in the water quality survey is shining deep … [Read More...] about Shikotsuko Hyoto Matsuri (Lake Shikotsu Ice Pillar Festival), Hokkaido
Mizushima Swimming Beach, Fukui
Tsuruga in Fukui Prefecture facing Tsuruga Bay in the Sea of Japan is a port town with a nostalgic mood. You can enjoy beautiful sea and mountain views including "Kehi no Matsubara" (one of the three most scenic pine groves in Japan). In addition, there are … [Read More...] about Mizushima Swimming Beach, Fukui
Nagasaki-Kunchi Festival, Nagasaki
A festival with lots of performances influenced by Portugal, the Netherlands, China etc The Edo Shogunate of Japan closed the country to foreigners. In such circumstances, Nagasaki, a few contacts with overseas, was a city where its own culture developed. The … [Read More...] about Nagasaki-Kunchi Festival, Nagasaki
Goshiki-zuka Kofun Tumulus, Hyogo
"Goshiki-zuka Kofun Tumulus" was built in the late 4th century with a large keyhole-shaped tomb mound in Tarumi, Kobe. It is considered to be a grave of the rulers who ruled the Akashi channel and its surroundings. The largest burial mound in Hyogo prefecture. … [Read More...] about Goshiki-zuka Kofun Tumulus, Hyogo
Kamui Misaki (Cape Kamui), Hokkaido
One of the 100 beaches of Japan Shakotan Peninsula registered in Hokkaido heritage. The beautiful Shakotan ocean called "Shakotan Blue" is included in Niseko Shakotan Otaru Quasi-National Park and is designated as a marine park only in Hokkaido. National … [Read More...] about Kamui Misaki (Cape Kamui), Hokkaido
Nozawa Onsen Hot Spring Resort, Nagano
"Nozawa Onsen Hot Spring Resort" in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture has a history, its hot water and spring quality are also one of the best hot springs in Japan. It is easily accessible from the metropolitan area through the Kanetsu Expressway and you … [Read More...] about Nozawa Onsen Hot Spring Resort, Nagano
Abeno Harukasu, Osaka
Abeno Harukas Kintetsu Honten, located in the Abeno Harukas facility, is a large department store operated by the Kintetsu Group. The department store is divided into two buildings, the Tower Building and the Wing Building. The Tower Building has groceries, … [Read More...] about Abeno Harukasu, Osaka
Nakashibetsu Natsu Matsuri (Nakashibetsu Summer Festival), Hokkaido
In Japan, paper lanterns have been used for festivals, ceremonies, etc. for a long time. Originally paper lantern was a special one that can only be used by people of the upper class such as aristocrats and samurai, but since the middle of the Edo era it has … [Read More...] about Nakashibetsu Natsu Matsuri (Nakashibetsu Summer Festival), Hokkaido
Hottarakashi Onsen (Neglecting Hot Spring), Yamanashi
A scenic hot spring with beautiful scenery and starry sky. Kofu in Yamanashi prefecture next to Tokyo can be reached in about 2 hours by car or bus. There is an emotional open-air bath on the hill overlooking the "Kofu Basin" where such access is best. Please … [Read More...] about Hottarakashi Onsen (Neglecting Hot Spring), Yamanashi