Kyoto is a classic sightseeing place where you can experience the ancient culture of Japan, but Nara has not lost. Nara has a lot of history that has been handed down for over 1000 years. Recently, not only Japanese but many foreigners have visited to experience the Japanese culture and history. Among foreigners visiting Japan, 1.6 million foreigners visit Nara every … [Read more...] about Nara Koen Park, Nara
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Gero Onsen (Gero Hot Spring Town), Gifu
Shirakawa-go and “Gero Onsen” are famous for sightseeing spots in Gifu, but there are plenty of other places where you can fully enjoy nature such as “Takasu Snow Park”, slopes like “Dynaland”,” Mount Washigatake”, and “Yoro Waterfall”. In addition, there are many sightseeing facilities in the prefecture such as “Toki Premium Outlet” and “Bokka no Sato”. Gero Onsen is one of … [Read more...] about Gero Onsen (Gero Hot Spring Town), Gifu
Asakusa Sanja Matsuri Festival, Tokyo
Asakusa Shrine, right next to the main shrine of Sensoji Temple, is a shrine that is popularly known as Sanja-sama. Hinokuma Hamanari, Hinokuma Takenari, and Hajinoatai Nakatomo are enshrined. Asakusa Shrine has a history of over 1,000 years, just like Sensoji Temple, and is full of highlights such as stone monuments, the Main Shrine Building and Goshuin. The Sanja Festival, … [Read more...] about Asakusa Sanja Matsuri Festival, Tokyo
Wasshoi Hyakuman Natsumatsuri (Summer Festival of Kita Kyushu), Fukuoka
The “Wasshoi Hyakuman Natsumatsuri” (Summer Festival of Kita Kyushu) is a summer festival that started in 1988 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the Kitakyushu City System, predecessor of the “Festival Kitakyushu” held since 1973. It was a major summer event in Fukuoka Prefecture, attracting over 1.5 million visitors every year. The biggest highlight of this festival is … [Read more...] about Wasshoi Hyakuman Natsumatsuri (Summer Festival of Kita Kyushu), Fukuoka
Ginzan Onsen (Ginzan Hot Spring), Yamagata
Here are some recommended hot springs for those who are busy with hardly have time to relax days. Ginzan Onsen is located in Yamagata Prefecture. One of the attractions of Ginzan Onsen is the retro feeling of the whole city that can never be felt in the urban bath and spa. Obanazawa City is located in the northeastern part of Yamagata Prefecture. There is “Ginzan Onsen” in the … [Read more...] about Ginzan Onsen (Ginzan Hot Spring), Yamagata
Kaiyodo Figure Museum, Shiga
Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture is located in the north part of Shiga Prefecture, a little north of Hikone city famous for having Hikone Castle. In the surroundings of JR Nagahama station, unique shops such as restaurants and glass shops are dotted in the old good streets living in the Edo period such as town houses and the built in godown style. "Kurokabe Square" (Black Wall … [Read more...] about Kaiyodo Figure Museum, Shiga
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa
The biggest attraction of Okinawa is the beautiful sea that surrounds the island. It's fun to actually swim in the blue shining sea and play on the beach, but how about exploring the beautiful sea of Okinawa? The Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is located in the Ocean Expo Park, one of the most popular spots in Okinawa Prefecture, with over 3 million visitors every year. In recent … [Read more...] about Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa
Fukagawa Edo Museum, Tokyo
Kiyosumi Shirakawa is a city in Koto-ku, Tokyo where you can feel the history of the city. There are many residential areas and temples, leaving behind the image of the good old days. In recent years, young people have begun to open their own shops, creating a unique atmosphere with old book stores. There are also many must-see galleries for contemporary art lovers. In … [Read more...] about Fukagawa Edo Museum, Tokyo
Echizen Ono Castle (Castle in the sky), Fukui
In Ono City, Fukui Prefecture, which is a basin surrounded by mountains on all sides, Echizen Ono Castle, located in the center of it, is famous for its fantastic scenery as a castle in the sky. About such Echizen Ono Castle, we will introduce basic information, access methods, and sightseeing attractions. This castle is Hirayama-jiro castles (those built on a hill in a plain) … [Read more...] about Echizen Ono Castle (Castle in the sky), Fukui
Shikaribetsuko Kotan, Hokkaido
Shikaribetsu Lake “Kotane”, a popular tourist destination in Hokkaido, is a village that exists only in winter on Shikaribetsu Lake. Lake Shibetsu “Kotan” is a phantom village where you can enjoy “because of the cold winter in Hokkaido”. Would you like to enjoy the world of silver, superb views, and hot springs as far as you can see? Introducing the light, hot springs and ice … [Read more...] about Shikaribetsuko Kotan, Hokkaido