Hakone Hot Springs

An inviting hot springs area visited by nearly 20 million tourists every year There are numerous ways to enjoy Hakone where the 25,000 tons of warm...

Toshogu Shrine

Animal sculptures and carvings are the highlights of Toshogu shrine Toshogu enshrines Ieyasu Tokugawa, the first Shogun (military governor) of the E...

Ueno Park

Experience history as well as culture in nature What makes Ueno Park special is that it is not just simply a park; you can experience history, scienc...

Yanaka

A temple town since the Edo Era Yanaka is a temple town. For various reasons such as protecting Edo Castle, escaping from fire and quakes, alleviati...

Ankokuron-ji Temple

The temple where Nichren wrote “On Establishing the Correct Teaching for the Peace of the Land” Next to the cave where Nichiren set up h...

Nikko Botanical Garden

A garden where you can enjoy alpine plants with over 100 years of history The garden was established in 1902 as a research and educational area for...

21_21 DESIGN SIGHT

An exhibition space with a name that signifies a place which talks about design that looks towards the future 21_21 DESIGN SIGHT is a low-rise build...

Enoshima

From a place of Buddhist practice and prayer to an area of tourism The Iwaya caves of Enoshima, formed through wave erosion from ancient times, had...

Futarasan Shrine

Futarasan Shrine’s ghost lantern The shrine grounds, which are only second to Mie Prefecture’s Ise Shrine in size, contain sacred cedar t...

Hakone Sightseeing Cruises

There are also various routes by ship Tour ships operate on Lake Ashi. Since the circumference of this wide lake is 19 km, there are 3 ports and you...

Hakone Museum of Art

A famous place with its autumn leaves and exhibits worthy of being national treasures The museum is a building with Chinese-style blue tiles and larg...

Hakone Ropeway

Hakone Ropeway takes 24 minutes and has 4 stations. The time on board is short, but as a way to see the important spots of Hakone, it is indispensable...

Kamakura Hiking Trails

Popular as hiking trails amid plenty of nature To the north, east and west of Kamakura lie hills that are 50-100m in altitude. Facing the ocean is t...

Inuyama Castle

Thoughts of warrior plans in the 1500s A castle whose memories of historical figures can be realistically thought about up to now is uncommon. The d...

Kanmangafuchi Abyss

A walking route where you can fully enjoy nature It is also a place where the current suddenly accelerates due to the lava blocking the river. Becau...

Kegon Falls

From downtown Nikko to a nature spot Kegon Falls is located by the outlet for Lake Chuzenji which was formed from the eruption of Mt. Nantai. The un...

Lake Chuzenji

Lake Chuzenji is the villa area for the embassies of every country Popular with foreigners charmed by Lake Chuzenji during the Meiji Era for its cool...

Meigetsu-in Temple

The whimsical hydrangea known as Meigetsu-in Blue The hydrangea of Meigetsu-in are basically restricted to the ancient Japanese variety known as him...

Myohon-ji Temple

The last stand in the battle with the shogun Yoshikazu Hiki was the father-in-law of the 2nd shogun of the Kamakura Era, Yoriie Hojo. The Hiki clan...

Nikko National Park

Straddled by 3 prefectures: Gunma, Tochigi and Fukushima, the total area is 114,908 hectares. The park inside can be divided into 3 zones (Nikko, Kinu...

Nikko Yumoto Onsen

23 different types of accommodation This is a precious place where you can witness hot springs in the bubbling source spring area. It takes 70 min....

Shinkyo Bridge

The origin of Shinkyo Bridge The discovery of Nikko happened in the 8th century during the Nara Era. When Mt. Nikko was first explored, steep cliffs...

Tokyo Water Bus

TOKYO CRUISE There are 6 lines in operation. The pleasure boat, Atake Maru , used by the feudal lords of the Edo Era as a personal luxury passenger...

Yebisu Garden Place

Yebisu Garden Place originated from a beer brewery Yebisu Garden Place was born on the site of the former Sapporo Breweries. It is a multipurpose co...

Zuisen-ji Temple

A famous Zen monk was also an excellent garden designer Soseki Muso was an extremely venerated monk who was called “The Teacher to Seven Emper...

Ameyoko(Ameya-Yokochō)

Since there were a lot of stores selling candy there, the area was called “Ame-ya Yokocho” (Candy Store Lane). It was also called “A...

Kamakura Beach

A swimming area in the summer, a dating spot in the winter With the start of the swimming season in early July, a Shinto ritual is held at the beach...

Sasuke-Inari Shrine

Sasuke-Inari Shrine, built in gratitude by Yoritomo Minamoto After destroying his archenemy, the Heike clan, the first shogun of the Kamakura Era, Yo...

The National Art Center

The building and works of art The glass wall exterior follows a natural curve just like a curtain. There are places to sit everywhere within the mus...

The National Museum of Western Art Tokyo

A museum of art based on the Matsukata collection The president of a private company, Kojiro Matsukata, while suffering through the tough times alon...

Tokyo Solamachi

A “new shitamachi style” is the concept. There are many kinds of facilities such as a shopping area, a museum and an aquarium. Together wi...

Hakone Botanical Garden of Wetlands

A botanical garden focusing on wetland plants Hakone Botanical Garden centers on the plant life thriving in the rivers and marshes originating from...

Omotesando

How Omotesando developed into a trendy area Its origins lay in the opening of an avenue leading to Meiji-Jingu Shrine in 1920. There are a number of...

Boso-no-Mura

Head into the Edo Era through the Furusato-no-Gi interactive area 16 buildings have been constructed ranging from dining establishments including so...

Hakone Gora Park

A Western-style garden which is filled with 100 years of history   Located at the end of the Hakone Tozan Railway, this is Japan’s first...

Gotemba Premium Outlets

Around 210 brands including the big names are located here. Gotemba Premium Outlets is Japan’s largest outlet mall which is located...

Narita-san Omotesando

The town street with reminders of Edo is steeped in famous products Narita-san Omotesando is the closest place to the airport where the good old day...

Naritasan Park

After visiting Narita-san Shinsho-ji Temple, take a walk through the lush green park Naritasan Park is a garden in a hilly area at the back of the G...

Sawara

Sawara, the Little Edo where films and TV dramas appear Located in northern Chiba Prefecture, Sawara flourished from the old days as a riverside tow...

Yamashita Park

A park built from the debris of an earthquake is a famous place for roses Yamashita Park was built as a recovery project from the 1923 Great Kanto E...

Yamato no Yu

A hidden oasis to soothe travel fatigue Yamato-no-yu is located near Narita Airport and Narita-san Shinsho-ji Temple. You can get a full view of a r...

Nippon Yusen (Japan Mail Shipping Line) Hikawa Maru

A luxury liner, a hospital ship…the Hikawa Maru has gone through a fascinating destiny Completed in 1930, the Hikawa Maru carved out a route...

Sengokubara

The golden carpet of pampas grass is an autumnal reminder in Hakone On the slopes of Mt. Daigatake in Sengokubara, Japanese pampas grass grows all o...

Nogeyama Zoo

Being up close to the animals, only at Nogeyama Zoo Admission is free, something that has been the case since its opening. It’s located within...

Kappabashi

How to enjoy Kappabashi There are 170 shops spanning a distance of approximately 800 meters which sell anything having to do with cooking. The West...

Rikugien

Rikugien In the pursuit of a world of beauty, it is said that one daimyo garden sets the standard for comparison. Among other things, Rikugien is an...

Kawagoe

Three areas to focus on for first-timers Kawagoe, which enjoyed great prosperity and was beloved by the Tokugawa shoguns for over 400 years, has a c...

The Railway Museum

See the evolution of Japan’s railway technology through a complete permanent exhibition The Railway Museum is famous for its excellent permane...

Hitsujiyama Park

A hill that resembles a single painting Hitsujiyama Park is located at the base of Mt. Bukoh of Chichibu City in the back of Saitama Prefecture. The...

Nagatoro

There are highlights for every season so you can enjoy yourself any time you visit Nagatoro is famous as a longtime tourist destination within Saita...

Kairaku-en

From the front gate into a plum forest. Experience the changes in the positive and negative. When the garden was established in 1842, visitors enter...

Ami Premium Outlets

Filled with the power brands of America The overriding attraction of outlets is its reasonable prices. In particular at Ami, there are plenty of Amer...

Hitachi Seaside Park

Colorful flowers are around all throughout the year featuring the nemophila of spring and the kochia of autumn The park is about 110km north of Toky...

Fukuroda Falls

A famous waterfall that brings together serenity and harshness Fukuroda Falls is located on the Taki River, a tributary of the Kuji River which flows...

Ikaho Onsen

Enjoy the hot springs, food and amusements around Ishidan The Ishidan stone stairway is symbolic of Ikaho Onsen which has a history of more than 400...

Sai-no-Kawara Outdoor Bath

Relax your entire body in the outdoor bath that resembles a pond A 10-minute walk away from Kusatsu’s symbolic Yubatake, when you pass the tou...

Kusatsu Onsen

You can take a dip into an onsen for fun or to heal any ailments Yubatake is the symbol of Kusatsu. Located in the center of the onsen town, the spr...

Manza Onsen

Enjoy the hot springs with plenty of character and elaborate ideas Within Joshin'etsukogen National Park, Manza Onsen is Japan’s highest mount...

Iwakuni Castle

The castle keep, as seen from Kintai Bridge, which was difficult to attack and with a warrior’s view The Sengoku (Warring States) Era was a tim...

Kintai Bridge

The grand sum of trial and error on the way to a bridge that wouldn’t be washed away The Nishiki River was selected to be a moat to protect a...

Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park

A large grassland which has different views for each season Akiyoshidai Quasi-National Park is a natural treasure trove that measures 17km from east...

Akiyoshi-do Cave

The popular spot of the cave interior with an overwhelming scale Only 1 kilometer of the cave is open for sightseeing but there is plenty to see the...

The Sand Museum

The sand sculptures with their attractive transient beauty The indoor facility for this museum of art located at the Tottori Sand Dunes was first op...

Mizuki Shigeru Road

Take part in a stamp rally as you walk through with that guidebook “Ge Ge Ge no Kitaro” is one of the representative examples of manga. A...

Daisen

Ranked No. 3 among Japan’s famous peaks! A mysterious mountain whose expression changes depending on where you view it Daisen, which ranks No....

Tottori Sand Dunes

Actually walk and explore through nature-created art The Tottori Sand Dunes are a nature spot that represents Tottori Prefecture. Nationally designa...

Shimanami Expressway

The entire area is a cyclist’s paradise with a variety of course environments available Along the expressway, there are 15 rental cycle station...

Shukkei-en

A garden that displays a variety of picturesque sceneries within a condensed area A strolling garden around a pond is a style that was often seen in...

Ōkunoshima

This rabbit’s paradise over the entire island is a veritable vacation spot Aside from the fact that it is a resort area, Ōkunoshima is virtual...

Mt. Misen

Various routes matching one’s time and stamina to get to the top Mt. Misen has an altitude of 535m. The view from the peak takes in a huge pan...

Izumo Grand Shrine

Izumo, the land of the gods. Among all of the shrines, the power at Izumo Grand Shrine is exceptional. Izumo is the hometown for mythology. It is sai...

Matsue Castle

The original castle which was built for warfare remains even today Within Japan, there are only 12 castles whose keeps survive today. Among those 12...

Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine

A silver mine kingdom that has even been illustrated in the maps of Middle Ages Europe During the Age of Exploration in the 16th century, Japan was...

Adachi Museum of Art

A museum where you can appreciate Japanese culture and art in one location The Adachi Museum of Art first opened in 1970 under the aegis of self-mad...

Okayama Koraku-en

Enjoy various landscapes at a cultural property that shows its pride to the world Okayama Koraku-en is one of Japan’s Three Great Gardens along...

Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

Regardless of day or night, it is a beautiful retro-modern landscape The Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter began flourishing in 1642 when it became...

Ohara Museum of Art

The foundation to develop art in Japan that became the museum Businessman Magosaburo Ohara and painter Torajiro Kojima formed the basis behind the r...

Bicchu Matsuyama Castle

The amazing group of stone walls that soars above natural bedrock relates the story of the Sengoku Era Bicchu Matsuyama Castle which has its origins...

Aqua World Oarai Aquarium

See, touch and learn about life in the sea 1 hour by train directly from Tokyo. The Kanto region’s largest aquarium is composed of 9 areas. In...

Kashima Shrine

A shrine possessing mighty power that protects the eastern Kanto Since the Heian Era, only three shrines have had the venerable history to earn the...

Tsukuba Space Center

The permanent exhibition hall which can be freely toured and the museum shop JAXA（Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency）is an organization bringing t...

Ryujin Large Suspension Bridge

Enjoy the bridge throughout the year through its views, activities and events This symbolic bridge has giant blue steel towers which evoke a dragon d...

Ashikaga Flower Park

Paradises that are visited by 8 floral seasons during the year Ashikaga Flower Park which has become famous for its wisteria blooms has more than 350...

Twin Ring Motegi

See, ride and feel the real thing which you can’t do anywhere else Beginning with the world’s biggest bike race, the MotoGP World Champi...

Oya History Museum

That feeling to explore inside an underground cave This area of amassed rock was called Oya Rock and was used to help in the building of the Imperia...

Nasu Animal Kingdom Tochigi Prefecture

Kingdom Town at the center of the indoor facilities and Kingdom Farm which has that atmosphere of a real farm Just 2 hours away from Tokyo by car. T...

Shika-no-Yu (Deer Baths)

An unspoiled landscape of Japan Located just below the famous Nasu landmark of Sesshoseki (Killing Stone), Shika-no-Yu is a communal bath without an...

Furumine Shrine

An inn of tengu with over 200 tengu masks in the shaden Next to Nikko, the huge 500ha Furumine Shrine in Furuminegahara of Kanuma City is dedicated t...

Nasu Highlands

Mt. Chauzu that can be climbed safely even by beginners via ropeway Among the Nasu Mountains which can be counted as one of the Top 100 Mountains of...

Ryuuka (Changing Dragon) Falls

A waterfall that represents the beauty of the gorge in Nasu-Shiobara Nasu-Shiobara is located at the northern end of Tochigi Prefecture. Ryuuka Fall...

Nasu Alpaca Farm

The alpaca which became an overnight sensation because of a commercial The homeland of the alpaca is the 3000m highlands of the Andes Mountains in S...

Tobu World Square

The attraction of being able to view recreated buildings from various angles that cannot be seen with the real thing Located next to Nikko Kinugawa O...

Ryuokyo Gorge

The beauty of a gorge whose gigantic fantastically-shaped rocks evoke the image of a violent dragon Ryuokyo is located between Kinugawa Onsen and Kaw...

Asahi Beer Ibaraki Factory

Japan’s Asahi Beer has the nation’s largest brewery The Ibaraki factory opened in 1991. Its 130,000 sq. meter grounds include Japan&rsqu...

Hitachi no Kuni Izumo Grand Shrine

The largest of the branch shrines When it comes to Izumo Grand Shrine, most people would usually envisage the one in Shimane Prefecture, but there i...

Senba Lake Walking Trail

A citizen’s oasis wrapped around Senba Lake Senba Lake is almost entirely in the center of Mito City, and a panoramic view of it can be seen f...

Mt. Tsukuba

A mystical mountain whose color changes several times a day Mt. Tsukuba has been called the “purple mountain” since it changes color sev...

JMSDF Kure Museum（Tetsu no Kujira）

Kure City is a popular tourist spot as a JMSDF town Among the 5 major Japanese Marine Self-Defense Force bases, Kure has a main base that can rival...

JMSDF The First Service School

Many historic buildings which have been used in movie and dramas The First Service School is included with America’s Annapolis and the United...

Senko-ji Temple (Senko-ji Park)

Senko-ji Park selected as one of the Top 100 Places for Cherry Blossoms Senko-ji Park is located on the north side of Onomichi Station, and spans fr...

Tomonoura

The feeling of an old nostalgic port town that still remains The old townscape of Tomonoura has existing streets that were printed on town maps from...

Mazda Museum

The grounds are so big that a bus is needed to go from the headquarters building to the museum When it comes to talking about a Hiroshima corporation...

Sensuijima Island

A mystery island with nature that has not been touched by Man It takes 5 minutes by ferry from Tomo-no-Ura. Located in the middle of Setonaikai Nati...

Kure Maritime Museum（Yamato Museum）

The home of the Yamato Just a 5-minute walk from Kure Station, the Yamato Museum is located across from the JMSDF Kure Museum. The city of Kure was...

Onomichi

A town that retains the feeling of old-fashioned Japan On getting off at Onomichi Station, the calm Seto Inland Sea spreads out in front of your eyes...

Mt. Haigamine

A 360-degree panoramic unobstructed view Mt. Haigamine is located in the northern part of Kure City. Since there are no other tall mountains in the v...

Sandan-kyo Valley

One of Japan’s 5 Famous Ravines A 1 hour-and-15-minute bus ride from downtown Hiroshima. The ravine which cuts deep into virgin forest has pre...

Preserved District of Takehara

Takehara, the Little Kyoto of Aki The profound townscape and townspeople culture were created from the development of salt field cultivation along t...

Ibaraki Flower Park

Plenty of seasonal blooms and events Numerous flowers bloom throughout the year at the park, and there are also events held for each type of flower....

Lake Kasumigaura

A beautiful landscape that has been chosen as one of the Top 100 Landscapes in Japan Lake Kasumigaura expands from the southern part of Ibaraki Pref...

Kasama Art Forest

An art-themed park inside a pottery town The city of Kasama within Ibaraki Prefecture has many artistic spots due to the large number of potters liv...

Kodokan

Japan’s largest school at the end of the Tokugawa shogunate Kodokan was the largest han (clan) school in the nation at the end of the Edo Era,...

Nukui Dam

A dam to be enjoyed alongside nature with good access from the city of Hiroshima Good access from the city of Hiroshima within 1 hour by car, it is...

National Bihoku Hills Park

A floral paradise making use of a wide swath of land You can enjoy the numerous flowers within the lush park that is surrounded by forests and ponds...

Taishaku-kyo Gorge

The Kami-Taishaku area with highlights such as natural monuments and limestone caves In the very popular area of Kami-Taishaku which is located withi...

Ini Rice Terraces

The only paddies in Hiroshima Prefecture to be selected as one of Japan’s Top 100 Rice Fields About 1 hour by car from downtown Hiroshima, the...

Miyajima Public Aquarium

A Japanesque aquarium taking into consideration the surrounding scenery Just a 5-minute walk from the exit of the World Heritage site of Itsukishima...

Sera Kogen Farm

Operating only during events 3 times a year Located in the center of Hiroshima Prefecture on the 500m-high Sera Highlands, Sera Kogen Farm is about...

Houkoku Shrine (Senjokaku)

Adjacent to the main hall of Itsukishima Shrine, the enormous Senjokaku stands out The shrine, which is also known as Senjokaku, is big enough to fi...

Itsukushima (Miyajima)

A popular spot that attracts close to 3 million visitors annually The island that sits atop the Seto Inland Sea with a circumference of 30km has bee...

Momijidani Park

Momijidani Park, an erosion control garden in consideration of the landscape A park that extends along the Momijidani River, it was built in conside...

Daigan-ji Temple

A temple dedicated to the god of Itsukishima Until the Meiji Era, Daigan-ji Temple existed as a construction bureau of sorts to provide construction...

Daisho-in

A temple with a singular history on Miyajima It is a 20-minute walk from Miyajima Pier going past Itsukishima Shrine. The temple is built on top of...

Miyajima Omotesando Arcade

Noontime bustle and nighttime illumination One of the three routes heading to Itsukishima Shrine from Miyajima Pier, Miyajima Omotesando Arcade is t...

Kiyomori Shrine and Nishi-Matsubara

Kiyomori Shrine built upon a naturally-created breakwater Taira-no-Kiyomori built Itsukishima Shrine whose structures even now have a grand scale. I...

Machiya Street

Spend a leisurely time in a historic townscape One of three routes leading to Itsukishima Shrine from Miyajima Pier, Machiya Street, which is locate...

Hiroshima Oyster Road

Oyster Road with its eateries where you can easily nosh on fresh oysters Hiroshima Oyster Road is the collective term for a row of eateries within a...

Miyajima Traditional Crafts Center (Miyajiman Workshop)

A facility where you can experience the traditional culture of Miyajima The Miyajima Traditional Crafts Center – Miyajiman Workshop is located...

Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine

A shrine dedicated to the war dead which prays for peace Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine, which is built upon the grounds for Hiroshima Castle, has a serene...

Kamiyacho and Hatchobori

A central area in Hiroshima which is truly convenient for tourism and traffic Hatchobori is a 20-minute walk or a 10-minute tram ride from Hiroshima...

Mazda Zoom-Zoom Stadium Hiroshima

A stadium that took a page out from the playbook of Major League ballparks A 10-minute walk from Hiroshima Station, the biggest attraction for this...

Glass Village

A glass theme park operated by a world beads maker About 50 minutes from Hiroshima Station by train or bus, the attractive Glass Village is made up...

Asa Zoological Park

Drawing out animal behavior within a large display space 1500 animals from 160 species are on display in an area at 200m altitude. Since the park&rs...

Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum

A soothing art museum integrated with Shukkei-en The Hiroshima Prefectural Art Museum is located right in front of the Shukkei-en Mae trolley stop i...

Hiroshima Electric Railway

A traffic network which is at the center of Hiroshima tourism There is hardly any waiting time for the trolleys which leave one after the other from...

Mitaki-dera Temple

A temple to enjoy the serenity despite its proximity to downtown By car, it is only a 10-minute drive from the core of the city of Hiroshima. Locate...

Hijiyama Park

An exceptional view from the observation point. Enjoy the night view as well The park, which can be reached from Hiroshima Station by trolley in abo...

Peace Boulevard

A Hiroshima symbol praying for world peace Peace Boulevard began as a buffer zone with the buildings from World War II being demolished. It is a wid...

Wood Egg Okonomiyaki Museum

3 courses to get that up-close and personal feeling for okonomiyaki Okonomiyaki is the soul food of Hiroshima. And at Wood Egg Okonomiyaki Museum wh...

Sankei-en

A garden with the motif of Hiroshima’s symbolic sceneries Hiroshima Prefecture possesses numerous canyons against the backdrop of deep rolling...

Mt. Fudekageyama/Mt. Ryuou

The two mountains inside Setonaikai National Park Accessible within 1 hour from Mihara Station by bus and on foot, Mt. Fudekageyama is located withi...

Buttsu-ji Temple

A temple famous nationwide as a Zen training center The temple is located deep in the mountains some 50 minutes away by bus from Mihara Station. Alt...

Hiroshima Museum of Art

A museum of art constructed from the thoughts of a banker wishing for peace The museum was opened in 1978 in commemoration of the 100th anniversary...

Kimita Onsen Mori-no-Izumi

Smoother skin at the nation’s leading alkaline hot spring Kimita Onsen is located within Forest Kimita, a roadside station down the Kannose Go...

Ozekiyama Park

A nature park known as a botanical area Ozekiyama Park which is located in northwest Miyoshi City along the banks of the Gonokawa River is a famous p...

Hirata Tourist Farms

Enjoy picking a maximum of 10 types of fruits In addition to the regular all-you-can-eat price for 1 type of fruit, there is also the new popular st...

Kiri-no-Umi

Miyoshi’s winter attraction The Miyoshi Basin which is surrounded in all four directions by mountains is shaped by the various medium and smal...

Saijo Sake

A renowned area for sake in Japan Saijo, which is located in a 250-300m basin, has the ideal environmental conditions for brewing sake with its cool...

Miyajima History and Folklore Museum

Buildings that have become National Registered Tangible Cultural Properties 20 minutes’ walk away from Miyajima Pier, the ancient buildings of...

Lake Yamanakako

A tourist destination with plenty of lovely scenery, leisure facilities and other attractions The lakeshore is divided into 4 wide zones (Yamanaka,...

Lake Shojiko

The Switzerland of East Asia which was introduced to other nations long ago Englishmen in the Meiji Era who took one year to explore around the base...

Lake Saiko

Enjoy nature through a walking trail and an active camp One characteristic of Lake Sai is the Aokigahara Jukai Forest which spreads out in the vicin...

Mt. Kita

The No. 1 mountain in popularity in the Southern Alps The Akaishi Mountains, known affectionately as the Southern Alps, straddles the three prefectu...

Lake Motosuko

A lake in its pristine state Lake Motosuko is the westernmost lake of the Fuji Five Lakes. The view of Mt. Fuji as seen from this lake that has been...

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Area Characteristics A prefecture located in the northeast Kanto region, its total area of 6,095km2（2,353mile2）places it in the middle of the natio...

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Area Characteristics Saitama is an inland prefecture with more than 7 million people. With an area of 3,797km2（1,466mile2）, it is bigger than the 1...

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Area Characteristics Known by its other name of Shinshu, it is the 4th –largest prefecture with an area of 13,562km2（5,236mile2） which makes...

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Area Characteristics Hyogo Prefecture has an area of 8,396km2（3,242mile2）which occupies the center of Japan and includes a major city within the Ka...

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Area Characteristics Nagoya is the major city in Aichi Prefecture with an area of 326.43km2（126mile2）which makes it bigger than the nation of Malta...

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Area Characteristics Yokohama is popular with the younger generations as a dating spot. It has a renowned night view and is a hit for its stylish sho...

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Area Characteristics The sacred ground of Japanese Buddhism created by the monk Kukai located in northern Wakayama Prefecture. Mt. Koya doesn’t...

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Area Characteristics There are many famous tourist sites in Mie Prefecture including the World Heritage site of Kumano Kodo (Old Kumano Road), famed...

Kouri Bridge/Kouri Island

The wonderful view from the straight Kouri Bridge is popular It takes 90 minutes due north by car from Naha to reach Kouri Island. Kouri Bridge exte...

Sefa Utaki

A holy space protected by nature It takes up to 50 minutes by car from Naha Airport. The name originated as follows: Sefa means “highest&rdquo...

Nakagusuku Castle

The attractive beauty of the curving castle walls One hour away from Naha Airport by car, Nakagusuku Castle has the largest number of remains among...

Cape Manza

An Okinawan symbol built from nature The distinctive Cape Manza is a rock formation that is shaped like the trunk of an elephant on the sheer 20m-hi...

Ryukyumura (Ryukyu Village)

The old residential area registered as a Tangible Cultural Property 1 hour north from Naha Airport, Ryukyumura is located in the resort area of Onna...

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Area Characteristics Located in the western part of Kyushu, Nagasaki Prefecture faces the Sea of Japan in the north as it faces the East China Sea in...

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Area Characteristics The city of Nikko which is located in northwest Tochigi Prefecture is Japan’s symbolic international tourist destination....

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Area Characteristics Japan’s highest mountain at 3,776m straddles Yamanashi and Shizuoka Prefectures. It shares approximately the same altitude...

Okinawa World/Gyokusen-do Cave

A theme park that brings together all kinds of attractions 30 minutes southeast from Naha Airport by car, Okinawa World is famous for Gyokusen-do Ca...

Nakijin Castle Remains

Nakijin Castle Remains boasting an area equal to that of Shuri Castle 90 minutes away from Naha City by car, Nakijin Castle Remains is located in th...

Katsuren Castle

The panorama that is compared to a giant sailing ship Taking 1 hour by expressway from Naha Airport, Katsuren Castle is a long and narrow structure...

Hiji Falls

A forest which has kept the original nature of Okinawa Hiji Falls which is located in Kunigami Village in the northern part of the main island of Ok...

Bise Fukugi Trees

The unspoiled landscape of Okinawa that is Bise District About 2 hours away from Naha Airport by car, the northern part of the Okinawan main island...

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Area Characteristics Located at the southernmost point of Japan, Okinawa Prefecture is a group of 160 islands including uninhabited islands which occ...

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Area Characteristics Kamakura is located south of Tokyo in the southern part of Kanagawa Prefecture. It is the first city in Japan to have had a gove...

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Area Characteristics Gifu Prefecture is situated almost in the center of Japan and is the 7th-largest prefecture in area at 10,621km2（4,101mile2）....

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Area Characteristics Miyagi Prefecture is located in the center of the Tohoku region. It includes the largest city in the region, Sendai, also known...

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Area Characteristics Located in the Chubu area of Japan close to the sea and the mountains, Kanazawa is a town rich in water. There is abundant sprin...

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Area Characteristics Kumano Kodo, which was registered in 2004 as part of a World Heritage site known as the Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in th...

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Area Characteristics This is an area where 2 World Heritage sites can be found: Miyajima which has a bright red torii gate standing in the ocean, and...

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Area Characteristics The city of Narita is located east of Tokyo in the north-central area of Chiba Prefecture. The area flourished as the temple tow...

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Area Characteristics Nara Prefecture, which is linked to Osaka and Kyoto, is a place with traces of Japan’s past. With the city of Nara’s...

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Area Characteristics Hakone is extremely popular as a tourist destination where you can see Mt. Fuji while taking a day trip from Tokyo. The area isn...

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Area Characteristics Fukuoka is the central prefecture for Kyushu, and historically, it has had a lot of experience in dealing with Asian countries....

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Area Characteristics Located in the southern Tohoku region, Fukushima is the 3rd-largest prefecture after Hokkaido and Iwate. It is separated into 3...

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Area Characteristics Hokkaido which is located at the northern end of Japan is surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, the Sea of Japan and the Okhotsk Sea....

Koshu City Katsunuma Budo-no-Oka Wine Center

Japan’s most productive vineyard It takes 1 hour and 30 minutes by train from Shinjuku Station to reach Budo-no-Oka. The Kofu Basin is ideal fo...

Kuon-ji Temple

Many sites to see on the large temple grounds It takes 3 hours and 30 minutes from Shinjuku by direct express bus to reach Mt. Minobu. The mountain...

Nishizawa Gorge

The attractive waterfall created from mountain streams The Nishizawa Gorge formed from the upstream flows of the Fuefuki River goes through the 3 pr...

Doryu Falls

A natural waterfall that looks like something out of a Japanese garden Located close to the border straddling northern Yamanashi Prefecture and Naga...

Kappabashi Bridge

The gateway to the Northern Alps, the landmark of Kamikochi Kappabashi Bridge is a 5-minute walk away from Kamikochi Bus Terminal. The bridge has a...

Shibu Onsen

The town’s hot springs all flow from 100% source springs Shibu Onsen is located in a town deep in the mountains in the northern part of Nagano...

Kamikochi

A suitable area to enjoy a mountain landscape Kamikochi is a wide valley at an altitude of 1500m deep in the 3000m range of the Northern Alps beginni...

Taisho Pond

Taisho Pond, created from the mighty eruption of Mt. Yakedake The first sights that most people visiting Kamikochi come across are Mt. Yakedake and...

Myojin Pond

The power spot of Kamikochi Walking from Kappbashi Bridge along the left bank of the Azusa River for about an hour, you will cross the Myojin Bridge...

Oishi Park

A park enjoyed throughout the year for its flowers and light Oishi Park which is located on the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchiko is popular as a s...

Tsumago-juku

A post town that has passed down the lifestyle from the old days to today The route that spanned from Tokyo’s Nihombashi to Kyoto’s Sanj...

Ueda Castle

A famous castle known as an impregnable fortress Ueda Castle which is located in the eastern part of Nagano Prefecture was built in 1583 by Masayuki...

Shinshu Venus Line

A popular highland sightseeing road in Nagano Prefecture The Shinshu Venus Line which runs east-west in central Nagano Prefecture is a route within...

Senjojiki Curl

A symbolic curl of Japan Senjojiki Curl is located midway up Mt. Kisokoma in the Japanese Alps and is a popular spot at 2612m altitude. A curl is a...

Nozawa Onsen

An onsen area recognized even by Michelin At Nozawa Onsen in northern Nagano Prefecture, there are more than 30 source springs and the onsen has bee...

Underwater Viewing Boat AMANBOW

An excursion boat where you can enjoy views above and under water The area of ocean by the town of Ama on Nakanoshima, one of the three Douzen Island...

Tamawakasu-no-mikoto Shrine

A shrine that has been designated as a National Important Cultural Property On one of the islands for the Oki Islands, Okinoshima, Tamawakasu-no-mik...

Takuhi Shrine

Takuhi Shrine built by a steep cliff Takuhi Shrine which is located on one of the Oki Islands, Nishinoshima, was built on the side of a volcanic crat...

Mt. Akahage and Akakabe

Mt. Akahage which is also a farm Chiburijima is the closest of the Oki Islands to the main island of Honshu and it is also seen as the gateway to th...

Akiya Coast

Akiya Coast by the beautiful emerald-green sea Akiya Coast can be reached by car in 20 minutes from Port Hishiura. The ocean takes on an emerald-gre...

Bios on the Hill

The natural environment of Okinawa splendidly recreated Bios on the Hill is a botanical garden which spreads out on the Ishikawa Plateau in the centr...

Himeyuri Peace Museum and the Himeyuri Monument

The female students who were dragged into the war The Himeyuri Monument and the adjacent Himeyuri Peace Museum are located in Itoman City at the sout...

Busena Marine Park

An all-weather marine park within a resort area Busena Marine Park is basically in the center of the main island of Okinawa and is located some 170m...

Okinawa Fruits Land

A rejuvenated tourist spot Located centrally on the main island of Okinawa in Nago City, the facility was given a facelift for its 40th anniversary i...

Kaichu Road

A driving course that crosses over the emerald blue sea Kaichu Road is a 4.7km thoroughfare that links the northern shore of Yona Peninsula to Henza...

Okinawa Prefectural Museum & Art Museum

A beautiful exterior with the motif of castle walls The pure white exterior which seems to wrap around the building that has 4 aboveground floors an...

Cape Maeda

Okinawa’s premier diving and snorkeling spot Onna Village where Cape Maeda is located is a central point in Okinawa tourism just 1 hour away fr...

Mihama American Village

A huge resort modeled after the American West Coast Just 40 minutes away by car from Naha Airport, American Village is located along Okinawa’s...

Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Park

A place of prayer for all those who died in the Battle of Okinawa Okinawa was the last battlefield of World War II. Mabuni Hill where the Peace Memo...

Nago Pineapple Park

A theme park to learn everything there is about the pineapple Okinawa Prefecture is the largest growing area of pineapples in the country with 10,00...

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Area Characteristics Ehime Prefecture is located in northwestern Shikoku. The northern part of the prefecture is a beautiful area blessed with the 20...

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Area Characteristics Around Miyazaki Airport, you will see examples of the prefectural tree known as the Canary Island date palm. As soon as you arri...

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Area Characteristics Kyoto was the capital of Japan for approximately 1000 years starting from 794 and is a major tourist city in the country. The gr...

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Area Characteristics Kochi Prefecture in the southern part of the island is the largest of the 4 prefectures which make up Shikoku. There is a strong...

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Area Characteristics Located in the northwestern part of the island of Kyushu, Saga Prefecture, which is next to Fukuoka in the east and Nagasaki in...

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Area Characteristics Shiga Prefecture is in the center of Japan, adjacent to Kyoto. The largest lake in Japan, Lake Biwa with an area of 674km2, take...

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Area Characteristics Kagoshima Prefecture, located in the southern part of the island of Kyushu, consists of 2 peninsulas and a group of isolated isl...

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Area Characteristics Aomori Prefecture which is at the northern tip of the main island of Honshu is surrounded on three sides by ocean and once you c...

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Area Characteristics Chiba Prefecture, which has the aerial gateway to Japan in the form of Narita International Airport, is adjacent to Tokyo so the...

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Area Characteristics Osaka is the largest metropolis in western Japan with the 2nd-smallest area but the 3rd-largest population in the nation. Touris...

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Area Characteristics Tottori is a narrow prefecture extending from east to west located in the northeastern part of the Chugoku region. Facing the Se...

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Area Characteristics Wakayama Prefecture lies along the Kii Peninsula which is Japan’s largest peninsula and is adjacent to Osaka and Nara. Alo...

Rosoku-jima (Candle Rock)

Rosoku-jima, soaring 20m above the surface of the ocean The largest of the Oki Islands is Dogo Island. 500m offshore northwest of the island is Roso...

Dangyo-no-Taki Waterfalls

The two waterfalls that have been included in Japan’s Top 100 Waterfalls Dangyo-no-Taki is located on Dogo Island, one of the Oki Islands, and...

Tsutenkyo Arch

A splendid scenic spot of the Oki Islands The Kuniga Coast which stretches for 7km in northwest Nishinoshima is a special preservation district withi...

Shirashima Coast

One of the great picturesque areas of the Oki Islands The coast of this island consisting of countless numbers of inlets and islets has been carved o...

Matengai Cliff

A spot that you cannot miss on a tour of the Oki Islands The Oki Islands, which consist of approximately 180 islands of varying size, have been desi...

Itsukinomiya Hall for Historical Experience

Experience the lifestyle of the Saio The remains of the Saiku village (also known as Itsukinomiya) which have been nationally designated as a histor...

Saiku

A city that was built from the Saio system Saiku, which is located in the northwestern sector of Ise Grand Shrine, consisted of the palace and offic...

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Area Characteristics Located in the southern part of the Tohoku region, Yamagata Prefecture faces the Sea of Japan. It is an area that has been bless...

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Area Characteristics Yamaguchi Prefecture, which is located at the westernmost tip of the main island of Honshu, sandwiches the Kanmon Straits with t...

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Area Characteristics Yamanashi Prefecture, which lies next to Tokyo, is an area that has Japan’s premier mountain and World Heritage site, Mt....

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Area Characteristics Akita Prefecture which is located in the northwest area of the Tohoku region by the Sea of Japan is attractive for showing diffe...

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Area Characteristics Shizuoka Prefecture which is located in the Tokai region has a long shape which extends from east to west with Mt. Fuji on the e...

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Area Characteristics Located in eastern Kyushu, Oita Prefecture, which has a famous reputation as being the province for hot springs, is an area well...

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Area Characteristics Tokushima Prefecture, which is located on the eastern side of Shikoku Island, has many famous sites which represent Japan. It ha...

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Area Characteristics Okayama Prefecture which is located in the western part of the main island of Honshu in the Chugoku region is known for the Seto...

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Area Characteristics Located near the center of the Kyushu region, Kumamoto Prefecture is an attractive area for its natural environments which inclu...

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Area Characteristics Kagawa Prefecture which is located on the northeastern area of Shikoku is Japan’s smallest prefecture in terms of area（1,...

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Area Characteristics Japan has its roots in mythology in Shimane Prefecture, and starting with Izumo Grand Shrine which is where the gods of Japan al...

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Area Characteristics Tochigi Prefecture is located in the northern part of the Kanto region and is an area with plenty of popular tourist spots inclu...

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Area Characteristics Toyama Prefecture which faces the Sea of Japan is an area surrounded by mountains and sea which is attractive for its beautiful...

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Area Characteristics Fukui Prefecture, which abuts the northeastern part of Kyoto, has Wakasa Bay with its large-scale rias coastline and the Sea of...

Suntory Tomi-no-Oka Winery

Enjoy a stroll through the vineyard and an incredible view from the observation deck A direct shuttle bus from Kofu Station will take you to the win...

Fruit picking

Yamanashi as the kingdom of fruits Yamanashi Prefecture is the ideal place for agriculture due to its basin climate where the temperature gradient be...

Hottarakashi Onsen

Aokigahara Jukai Forest

Untouched nature remains in this primeval forest Aokigahara Jukai Forest, which is also known as Fuji’s Jukai, was created more than 1100 year...

Narusawa lce Cave/Fugaku Wind Cave

Lava caves at the foot of Mt. Fuji Aokigahara Jukai Forest which spreads in the Lake Saiko area to the northwest of Mt. Fuji is the only primeval for...

Yamanashi Prefectural Flower Center: Heidi’s Village

A flower theme village which you can enjoy all year On the grounds of the center which have been built to resemble those of a European farm village,...

Kentokusan Erin-ji Temple

A family temple of a Warring States Era general Erin-ji Temple which is located in Kofu City was established in 1330, and it is known for the fact t...

Kai Zenko-ji Temple

The reason behind building another Zenko-ji in Yamanashi Prefecture Another Zenko-ji Temple resides in Nagano Prefecture. Due to the fact that the c...

Takeda Shrine

A shrine built on the old site of the Takeda family Located some 8 minutes by bus from Kofu Station, there is the Tsutsujisaki Yakata Ato, the ancie...

Moegi-no-Mura Village

A resort spot popular for the first local beer on the Kiyosato Highland Moegi-no-Mura Village which is located in the woods of Kiyosato Highland has...

Sakana Park

A park where you can easily approach the water Sakana (Fish) Park is located about a kilometer away from Oshino Hakkai (The Springs of Mt. Fuji). Wi...

Suntory Hakushu Factory/Suntory Hakushu Distillery

A factory located in the middle of a UNESCO Ecopark Suntory Hakushu Distillery and Suntory Hakushu Factory are located in a forest 700m above sea le...

Marble Village Lockheart Castle

Encounter the lifestyle of Middle Ages European nobility Marble Village Lockheart Castle is a stone theme park which is basically midway between Ika...

Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum

The music forest has the image of Middle Ages Europe Kawaguchi-ko Music Forest is located along the shores of Lake Kawaguchi. On its 23,000㎡, there...

Onioshidashi Park

A beauty carved out by Mother Nature Onioshidashi Park which is located within Jōshin'etsu-kōgen National Park is a natural facility which was compl...

Haruna Shrine

A power spot in the northern Kanto Haruna Shrine located on the side of Mt. Haruna was built taking advantage of the deep valley and is popular as a...

Fukiware-no-Taki Falls

The powerful appearance of Fukiware-no-Taki where the surrounding rock has been cracked open Fukiware-no-Taki is a 7-meter high and 30-meter wide wa...

Kiyosato Plateau

A highland resort with a calm atmosphere away from the capital Taking 3 hours from Shinjuku, the Kiyosato Plateau, which is located at the 1200m lev...

Yamanashi Fuefukigawa Fruits Park

A park located on a suburban plateau In this fruit park on a hillside which overlooks the Kofu Basin, there are flowers and fruit trees with an overa...

Tomioka Silk Mill

What is Tomioka Silk Mill? Tomioka Silk Mill was Japan’s first silk-reeling factory established by the Meiji government in 1872. Since at the...

Moto Nosumi Inari Shrine

Kominato Line

Chikyu no Maruku Mieru Oka (Hill with a Rounded Outlook of the Earth) Oceanview Observatory

Ryugu no Shiofuki (Dragon Palace Geyser)

Funabashi H.C. Andersen Park

A general public park consisting of 5 zones Andersen Park is a facility rich in nature which takes on the image of Denmark. Divided into the 5 zones...

Tsunoshima

A popular tourist spot for Yamaguchi Prefecture Tsunoshima, which is located in the Sea of Japan to Yamaguchi Prefecture’s northwest, has a po...

Kamogawa Seaworld

The wonderful location of the aquarium Kamogawa Seaworld which is located along the coast of the Boso Peninsula is attractive for the way it has bec...

Shoin Shrine

The land associated with Shoin Yoshida, a thinker at the end of the Edo Era Shoin Shrine which is located in the city of Hagi in Yamaguchi Prefectur...

Tokyo German Village

A theme park for day trips from Tokyo Within its large 80ha, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Tokyo German Village which has a central open grass s...

Hofu Tenman-gu Shrine

Hofu Tenman-gu Shrine, one of the three major Tenman-gu shrines of Japan Hofu Tenman-gu Shrine is dedicated to the great scholar Michizane Sugawara w...

Manpei Hotel

The Manpei Hotel which has been catering to foreign tourists for well over a hundred years is also a place which has also been well regarded by Japane...

Miharashidai

From Miharashidai at the top of the Usuitoge Pass on the Nakasendo route, the Kanto Plain, the Japanese Alps and Mt. Asama can be viewed on a good day...

Kumoba Pond

Old Mikasa Hotel

The Old Mikasa Hotel was a truly Western-style wooden hotel representing the history of Karuizawa which was developed as a resort area and its design...

Kyu-Karuizawa Hotel Otowa no Mori/Kyu-Karuizawa Chapel

The Kyu-Karuizawa Hotel Otowa no Mori is a classic hotel with history and dignity that is located within a quiet forest just off the main street of Ka...

Kyu-Karuizawa Ginza Street

Megane Bridge

Known by its popular name Megane Bridge (Spectacles Bridge), this arched brick bridge which spans 91m in length and 31m in height is the country&rsquo...

Shaw Memorial Church

The town of Karuizawa in Nagano Prefecture developed as a cottage area for Westerners who assisted in Japan’s modernization. A.C. Shaw who was a...

Ichinomiya Nukisaki Shrine

Ichinomiya Nukisaki Shrine is located in a valley called Ayamegatani so that you have to climb up a hill and then come down to the shrine. The sando p...

Nakanotake Shrine

Nakanotake Shrine which has been placed against the backdrop of the steep rocky mountain known as Mt. Myogi is surrounded by a magnificent natural env...

Mt. Myogi

Mt. Myogi is considered to be one of Japan’s Three Great Rare Scenic Beauties alongside Kyushu’s Yabakei Gorge and Shikoku’s Kankake...

Myogi Shrine

Myogi Shrine is located at the foot of Mt. Hakuun which is the main peak for Mt. Myogi known for its strangely-shaped rocks, and is a dignified shrine...

The Statues of the 47 Ronin of Ako

Gensuke, the manservant of Gengoemon Kataoka, one of the 47 Ronin of Ako who have been greatly celebrated in the fictionalized “Chushingura&rdqu...

Haruta Gofukuten (Haruta Kimono Fabric Shop)

A great number of women worked at Tomioka Silk Mill which has become the symbol of Japan’s industrial modernization. These women, known as koujo...

Usui Lake

Usui Lake is a man-made body of water halfway up the Usuitoge Pass which has attracted many tourists as a famous place for the autumn leaves. There is...

Usuitoge Pass

Usuitoge Pass has long been known as one of the difficult points on the Nakasendo Route alongside Wada Pass and Ota-no-Watashi, and has been famous si...

Usuitoge Railway Bunkamura (Culture Village)

Usuitoge Railway Bunkamura is a railway theme park which not only displays the history of the Usui Line operating in the most difficult area for the f...

Gunma Safari Park

Gunma Safari Park is a theme park where you can observe 1000 animals representing 100 species from around the world from your own car. There are anima...

Isobe Spa

Isobe Spa was used long ago by travelers coming and going on the Nakasendo route, and just before the town of Karuizawa was opened up as a cottage are...

Sakamoto-shuku

The Nakasendo Sakamoto-shuku, which was built at the foot of Usuitoge Pass, a difficult point on the Nakasendo route, was known as the 17th post town...

Toge-no-Yu

Toge-no-Yu is situated at the foot of the Nakayama Usuitoge Pass as a day onsen facility located near Sakamoto-shuku. You can soak in a natural hot sp...

Megumi-no-Yu

Isobe Onsen is well known as a hot spring which is extremely rich in its concentration of sea salt. Its ancient waters are used as an onsen and the na...

Old Maruyama Transformer Substation

The Old Maruyama Transformer Substation is a brick building constructed in 1912 as a transformer substation to supply electricity to trains going over...

Yokokawa Station

Yokokawa Station is famous even among Japan’s railway fans. It was first opened in 1885 as a hub station for the railroad getting over the diffi...

Usui Raw Silk Manufacturing Agricultural Cooperative Association

At present, only 2 to 3 manufacturing plants which actively produce silk remain in Japan. The Usui Raw Silk Manufacturing Agricultural Cooperative Ass...