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In Spring, cherry blossoms illuminate the premises. The temple is a good place to evade the summer heat.

Kyoto

Shrines & Temples

Shojuin Temple

Built around 800 years ago, this ancient temple is located in Ujitawara Town. Check out the “Furin (Wind chime) Festival” held every summer.

A series of impactful, oddly-shaped rocks

Iwate

Nature Spots

Genbikei Gorge

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The beauty of the valley is overwhelming, with its oddly shaped rocks and clear streams.

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In Awe of Sheer Nature: Top 18 Autumn Foliage Spots in Tohoku

Tohoku is a destination replete with unbeatable nature and remarkable spots to catch vibrant leaves in autumn. Across the region you’ll find an array of foliage spots so vast it may be hard to pick, with anything from mountains blanketed in autumn colors, beautifully tinted valleys and mountain roads perfect for a drive amidst the autumn scenery, to lakeshores adorned in seasonal hues and more.

Nationally-famous Namahage is Oga’s traditional event

Akita

Famous Places

Oga Peninsula

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The scenic peninsula known for the intangible cultural property, Namahage.

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25 Things to Do in Akita

Akita is a place where you can find many landscapes full of traditional Japanese charm. If you're visiting Akita, be sure to explore its tourist spots that reflect traditional Japanese culture and customs, as well as some of Japan's most renowned hidden hot springs. This article introduces the best attractions, shopping spots, and events in Akita to help you fully experience its charm.

Toyama

Parks & Gardens

Takaoka Kojo Park

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A moated park with lush nature in the heart of the city.

Naha

Parks & Gardens

Naminoue Umisora Park Naminoue Beach

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This is the only beach in Naha City where you can easily enjoy the Okinawan sea.

A street with cherry trees planted as a memorial tribute.

Kagoshima

Museums

Chiran Peace Museum

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Peace museum, a stark reminder of the tragedy of war.

Osaka

Tourist Attractions

Tower of the Sun (Expo '70 Commemorative Park)

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Designed by Taro Okamoto as a symbol of the Expo Theme Pavilion. Interior open to the public since 2018! (Priority to reservation)

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The blooming spring turns the mountain into a fairyland

Fukushima

Parks & Gardens

Hanamiyama Park

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Hike in the fairyland with blooming cherries in northeastern Japan.

A row of Edo period merchant houses stretches for about 200 meters.

Yamaguchi

Famous Places

White Wall Townscape of Yanai

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Yanai City’s best tourist attraction.

Former Sawai Family’s nagayamon gate with a thatched roof

Hyogo

Museums

Aoyama Historical Village (Aoyama Rekishi Mura)

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A history village about Tamba-Sasayama’s history, culture and Dekansho Bushi song.

One of the three most popular wooden torii gates in Japan.

Fukui

Shrines & Temples

Kehi Jingu Shrine

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A famous shrine is known as a spiritual place.

Akizuki Castle’s front gate Kuromon and the beautiful fall colors

Fukuoka

Tourist Attractions

Akizuki Castle Ruins

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The graceful castle town, reflecting the glory of “Chikuzen’s Little Kyoto.”

The main building designed by Le Corbusier
Photo courtesy of The National Museum of Western Art

Ueno

Museums

The National Museum of Western Art

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Also part of the World Heritage List! The museum is designed by Le Corbusier, a treasure trove of Western art.

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See the sights like a pro with the Monorail and Yamanote Line Discount Ticket!

he Tokyo Monorail is the most efficient way to get from Haneda Airport to the Tokyo city center. You have 13 minutes to enjoy the panoramic view from the windows of its above-street-level track as you make your way to Hamamatsucho Station (to transfer to the JR Yamanote Line). Once again in collaboration with Tokyo Monorail, we’d like to introduce you to a rather wonderful spot: The National Museum of Western Art, which was just recently registered as a World Heritage Site in July 2016.

Traditional homes converted into restaurants and shops

Fukui

Famous Places

Kumagawa Juku

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Quaint, alluring townscape in an important preservation district for groups of historic buildings.

The cruise ship marked with the red paddlewheel

Shiga

Biwako Kisen

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Enjoy a variety of beautiful Biwako cruises.

Sapporo

Famous Places

Jozankei Onsen (Hot Springs)

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This historical hot spring resort was pioneered by an ascetic monk, Miizumi Jozan, about 150 years ago.

Saga

Shrines & Temples

Yutoku Inari Shrine

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Get powered up by one of Japan’s three great Inari shrines with gorgeous red architecture.

Aomori

Tourist Attractions

Mito Castle

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The remains of the Mito Nanbu Clan, the Men of the North.

Fukiya Furusato Village
Images provided by Takahashi City Tourist Association

Okayama

Famous Places

Fukiya Furusato Village

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Japanese Heritage Site known for its Red Streetscapes.

Ancient hot spring with a history of more than 1,000 years

Gunma

Famous Places

Shima Onsen

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You can relax at the miraculous spring or fountain, which is effective for gastrointestinal diseases.

Things to Do

Shojuin Temple

Genbikei Gorge

In Awe of Sheer Nature: Top 18 Autumn Foliage Spots in Tohoku

Oga Peninsula

25 Things to Do in Akita

Takaoka Kojo Park

Naminoue Umisora Park Naminoue Beach

Chiran Peace Museum

Tower of the Sun (Expo '70 Commemorative Park)

[Special Issue!!] Osaka Expo ’70 Commemorative Park, Where You Can Enjoy Japan’s Beautiful Flowers Year-Round!

【Osaka】 Natural Arts! Let’s go enjoy fresh green leaves in the Expo ’70 Commemorative Park.

Enjoy Spring in Osaka’s Expo ‘70 Commemorative Park!

Hanamiyama Park

White Wall Townscape of Yanai

Aoyama Historical Village (Aoyama Rekishi Mura)

Kehi Jingu Shrine

Akizuki Castle Ruins

The National Museum of Western Art

See the sights like a pro with the Monorail and Yamanote Line Discount Ticket!

Kumagawa Juku

Biwako Kisen

Jozankei Onsen (Hot Springs)

Yutoku Inari Shrine

Mito Castle

Fukiya Furusato Village

Shima Onsen