The vast landscape, birdcall, clear air that can only be seen here Oze National Park spans 4 prefectures in Gunma, Fukushima, Niigata and Tochigi prefectures. Approximately 300 thousand hikers visit here annually, and half of them choose the strolling route "Ozegahara." The wetland spreads to Ozegahara, surrounded by mountains of 2,000 meters level, and a boardwalk goes far. … [Read more...] about Oze National Park, Gunma
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Miyagase Dam, Kanagawa
30 cubic meters of water comes out per second Miyagase lake located in the central northern part of Kanagawa prefecture is said to be the water jam of Kanagawa. It supplies water to two-thirds of the prefecture, including Yokohama City and Kawasaki City. Miyagase Dam at the eastern end of the lake is famous for sightseeing. Discharge of water from the dam will occur from April … [Read more...] about Miyagase Dam, Kanagawa
Matsumoto-jo Castle, Nagano
Alps Castle Town under the cultural fragrance Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, there are express trains from Shinjuku, easy to access from the downtown area, and it is crowded with many tourists throughout the year. In addition to scattered various historical sites including the National Treasures Matsumoto Castle, it is also a city that can make various ways to enjoy, such … [Read more...] about Matsumoto-jo Castle, Nagano
Ishiwari Zakura (Rock Splitting Cherry Tree), Iwate
It is said to be about 360 years old "Ishiwari Zakura" (Rock Splitting Cherry Tree) is located in the Morioka District Court on the main street, which can be said to be the government office of Morioka City. As its name suggests, it is a rare cherry blossom that big trees with roots about 4.3 meters around and 11 meters high expand skillfully from the cracks of large flower … [Read more...] about Ishiwari Zakura (Rock Splitting Cherry Tree), Iwate
Busena Marine Park, Okinawa
A major resort area representing Okinawa Among the main island of Okinawa, the area surrounding "Busena Cape" where beautiful sea spreads out exclusively. This place where various sea creatures and coral reefs live is designated as the Okinawa Coast National Monumental Park, and many untouched nature remains. Cape Bsena is located in Nago city in the northern part of Okinawa … [Read more...] about Busena Marine Park, Okinawa
Nezu Museum, Tokyo
When entering the entrance of a quiet atmosphere, the corridor of bamboo is continued Nezu Museum is a private museum in Minato-ku, Tokyo. It houses many national treasures and important cultural properties, and is also known for its beautiful buildings and gardens. It is also close to the shopping street of Omotesando and is also a recommended spot to visit on … [Read more...] about Nezu Museum, Tokyo
Saiho-ji Temple, Kyoto
The garden covered with moss is so beautiful "Saiho-ji Temple" (Moss Temple) is a temple of Rinzai sect in Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto city, an external sub-temples of the Tenryu-ji Temple. It is also designated as a special scenic spot in the country and there is an alias "Koke-dera" ("the Moss Temple") because the garden covered with moss is so beautiful. It is said that Saiho-ji … [Read more...] about Saiho-ji Temple, Kyoto
Shirahige-Jinja (The Shirahige Shrine), Shiga
The magnificent scenery with big torii at Lake Biwa is wonderful Lake Biwa in Shiga prefecture boasting the largest size in Japan. In the northwest, there is the "Shirahige-Jinja Shrine" called "Itsukushima of Omi," reminiscent of the World Heritage Itsukushima Shinto shrine. The magnificent scenery with big torii at Lake Biwa is wonderful, in recent years it has become famous … [Read more...] about Shirahige-Jinja (The Shirahige Shrine), Shiga
Yosakoi Matsuri (Yosakoi Festival), Kochi
Street performance, which is a must-see point of Yosakoi Festival "Yosakoi Matsuri" (Yosakoi Festival) is a vibrant summer festival held in the center of Kochi City from August 9 to 12 every year for 4 days. About 200 teams will walk around the city with different costumes and original songs every year and perform a powerful performance on the stage. The festival on August … [Read more...] about Yosakoi Matsuri (Yosakoi Festival), Kochi
Izumo Oyashiro Shrine (Izumo Taisha Shrine), Shimane
Izumo Oyashiro Shrine is known as "god of marriage" "Izumo Taisha Shrine" is the official name is "Izumo Oyashiro Shrine". According to "Kojiki" (Records of Ancient Matters) and "Nihonshoki" (Chronicles of Japan), "Okuninushi no Mikoto" (chief god of Izumo in southern Honshu Island, Japan, and the central character in the important cycle of myths set in That region) is said to … [Read more...] about Izumo Oyashiro Shrine (Izumo Taisha Shrine), Shimane