Nagano Experiences Facilities Paradise in the Sky, Japan's No. 1 Starry Sky Tour (Star Village Achi) A spectacular night tour at an altitude of 1,400m where you can see the most beautiful starry sky in Japan, certified by the Ministry of the Environment. See More
Nagano Museums Hokusai-kan (Hokusai Museum) This museum is dedicated to Katsushika Hokusai’s powerful art in vivid colors. See More
Wakayama Hotels Wakanoura Nature Resort EPICHARIS A resort hotel popular for its guest rooms and cuisine that remind you of an Aegean Sea resort. See More
Wakayama Snacks Kagerou by Fukubishi The famous confectionary, "Kagero," is based on the intuition and experience of its pastry chefs. See More Related Articles 40 Things to Do in Wakayama Wakayama Prefecture, blessed with oceans, mountains, and rivers, is a popular travel destination filled with historical sites, World Heritage locations, leisure spots, hot springs, and more. From scenic attractions that showcase Japan’s beautiful seasonal landscapes to accommodations, cuisine, and hot springs, we’ve carefully selected the best recommendations for your visit.
40 Things to Do in Wakayama Wakayama Prefecture, blessed with oceans, mountains, and rivers, is a popular travel destination filled with historical sites, World Heritage locations, leisure spots, hot springs, and more. From scenic attractions that showcase Japan’s beautiful seasonal landscapes to accommodations, cuisine, and hot springs, we’ve carefully selected the best recommendations for your visit.
Wakayama Snacks Temari Mikan by Sowa Kajuen A quick bite! Many people love this sweet and juicy fruit compote. See More
Nara Inns Yunotani Senkei Nine independent guest cottages with open-air baths where hot spring water flows in directly from the oldest resort in Totsukawa-go. See More
Okayama Parks & Gardens Manabejima Fureai Park A park located on the small hill gives you a full beautiful view of a group of islands of Seto inland sea. See More Related Articles Enchanted by the islands of Setouchi! Shiwaku & Kasaoka Islands Model Course Here’s a sample itinerary for a smooth trip across the Setouchi islands. It starts with two days and one night on Awashima Island, former base for the Shiwaku Navy, then a brief stop on Honjima Island before making your away across the Great Seto Bridge towards the mainland to visit Kitagi Island, one of the “Kasaoka Islands”. From there you’ll make your final stop in Manabe Island.
Enchanted by the islands of Setouchi! Shiwaku & Kasaoka Islands Model Course Here’s a sample itinerary for a smooth trip across the Setouchi islands. It starts with two days and one night on Awashima Island, former base for the Shiwaku Navy, then a brief stop on Honjima Island before making your away across the Great Seto Bridge towards the mainland to visit Kitagi Island, one of the “Kasaoka Islands”. From there you’ll make your final stop in Manabe Island.
Okayama Tourist Attractions Kitagishima stone art (Mobius strip, Kitagi Guilin, Kitagi Venice) Contemporary Art made on stones across the stone island of Kitagi. See More
Hakone Japanese Cuisine Hakone Wild Yam Forest Yamagusuri Enjoy nutritious and flavorful yam dishes while gazing at the natural beauty of Hakone. See More
Okayama Tourist Attractions Kitagi Island Quarry and Ishikiri no Tani Observation Deck You are able to observe a "living quarry", which started in the Meiji era and continue to mine stones from there, from the observation deck with a height of 60 m. See More
Kagawa Commercial Buildings Takeuchi-shoten (store） A classic shoten (store) that handles everything from food to everyday goods and is like a "convenience store of the island." See More
Osaka Experiences Facilities Shimanouchi Fujimaru Winery Savor the homemade wines fresh from the winery along with the best Italian food. See More
Kagawa Museums Awashima Marine Memorial Hall Having been the first seamen training school in Japan, established in 1897 (the 30th year of the Meiji era), it is open to the public as a memorial hall. See More
Kagawa Parks & Gardens Buoy Buoy Garden Artwork made from buoys, which are no longer used for fishing, and a garden with seasonal flowers fluttering in the air. See More
Kagawa Hotels Le Port Awashima Cabins are also built on the site. Their hospitality heals you and your pets during your stay. The restaurant is popular with fresh seafood from the Seto Inland Sea. See More
Kagawa Cafés Awaroha Shokudo Opened from early summer to late fall, the seasonal diner displays local artists’ work as well. See More
Kagawa Tourist Attractions Yoshida Residence (Honjima Island) It is a 100-year-old residence built by Shiwaku Daiku, and the beauty of the style of Japanese houses are seen everywhere. See More
Okayama Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers K’ｓ LABO It is a Umi-no-Eki (sea station) where a cafe and a stone museum are also built in the same premises. The rental bicycles, most ideal for touring the islands, are provided here as well. See More
Okayama Tourist Attractions Kasaoka Shiritsu Manabe Junior High School Junior High School with a two-story wooden building built in 1949, famous as a movie location. See More
Okayama Inns Shimayado Santora The former Manabe Elementary was broken down and moved to be built as an inn, renovated each year. See More
