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Yamanashi
Shrines & Temples
Arakurayama Sengen Park
4.60 10A Popular Spot for Sakura Cherry Blossoms, a Pagoda and Mount Fuji.
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A Guide to Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine: Panoramic Views Full of Japanese Charm
Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine is a scenic spot where you can take in a quintessentially Japanese view, with Mount Fuji, one of Japan’s most iconic symbols, beautifully framed by a torii gate and cherry blossoms. This article introduces access to Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine, highlights within the grounds, and nearby sightseeing spots. Read this before your visit to enjoy Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine even more.
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Enjoy Nature in All Seasons! Top 17 Popular Tourist Spots Around Lake Kawaguchiko
Lake Kawaguchiko, where you can see the “upside-down Fuji,” one of Japan's most scenic views, is easily accessible from the city center and is a popular tourist destination for enjoying the natural scenery throughout the seasons. There are accommodations where you can soak in open-air hot springs with views of Mt. Fuji and dining options where you can savor Yamanashi's gourmet cuisine, offering a variety of enjoyable experiences.
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Experience the Breathtaking Beauty of the Mountains! 32 Tourist Spots in Yamanashi
Surrounded by majestic mountains such as Mt. Fuji, Yatsugatake, and the Southern Alps, Yamanashi offers stunning views in every season. The picturesque landscapes featuring Mt. Fuji and the lakes are a must-see. In this article, we'll introduce you to the best spots to enjoy Yamanashi's natural beauty, along with recommended accommodations, dining, and shopping areas.
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Nagano
Tourist Attractions
Jigokudani Monkey Park
4.58 12A spot where you can closely observe the natural behavior of wild Japanese macaques.
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29 Must-Visit Tourist Spots in Nagano: Rich History and Nature Escapes
Nagano is the mountainous escape that’s enclosed by the 3 ranges of the Japan Alps. The area is hugged by rolling peaks, and remarkable natural backdrops as far as the eye can see. Not to be missed, there are even historic temples and shrines, plenty of places to stay and shops that await.
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A Free Travel to Nagano in Winter to See Wild Japanese Macaques Loving Bathing in Hot Springs and Living in Jigokudani Monkey Park!
An around 90-minute train ride on the Nagano Shinkansen (now a part of the Hokuriku Shinkansen) can take us from Tokyo Station to Nagano Station, where we can take another train by the Nagano Electric Railway to get to Yudanaka Station. The station is close to the entrance of Jigokudani (hell valley), which is a paradise on earth for Japanese Macaques loving bathing in onsens (Japanese hot springs). Tourists from Europe and America have given the macaque inhabiting this area an affectionate nickname “snow monkey”.
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Osaka
Observatories
Umeda Sky Building / Kuchu Teien Observatory
4.58 9The 40-story super high-rise was completed in 1993. From the observatory on the 40th floor and Kuchu Teien Observatory 173m off the ground, view the whole Osaka City.
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[Umeda Sky Building Visitor Guide] Enjoy a Special Experience with Spectacular Views of Osaka
Umeda Sky Building is a popular scenic spot where you can take in beautiful panoramic views of Osaka. As one of Umeda’s best-known landmarks, many people may know the name, but fewer know exactly what you can enjoy there. This article introduces the basic information, highlights, and gourmet spots you should know before visiting this landmark in Umeda. With its convenient location, why not add Umeda Sky Building to your Osaka sightseeing itinerary?
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Where to See the Best Christmas Illuminations at Umeda Sky Building + Takimi Koji Lane
Christmas time at Umeda Sky Building is now a full-on winter tradition. Expect to see this spot decked out and all alight with state-of-the-art LED illuminations and even an all-new tree. Swing by this Christmas for an evening of spell-binding romance, gazing out over the breathtaking nightscape from the Floating Garden Observatory inside.
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Kyoto
Shrines & Temples
Yasaka Shrine
4.58 9An ancient shrine with over 1,300-year history since before the relocation of Japan’s capital to Heian-kyo, it is also known as the birthplace of the Gion Festival, and has been highly revered.
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[Yasaka Shrine Travel Guide] A Famous Kyoto Power Spot for Beauty, Connections, and Good Fortune
With a long and storied history, Kyoto’s Yasaka Shrine is the head shrine of Yasaka Shrines and Gion Shrines across Japan. Enshrining a variety of high-ranking deities, it’s known as one of Kyoto’s most famous power spots, even in a city filled with temples and shrines. Beyond that, the grounds are packed with historically valuable architecture and plenty of highlights. To help you fully enjoy Yasaka Shrine and receive its many blessings, we’ll introduce the main must-sees, the best seasons to visit, and noteworthy events.
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Experience Japan’s Timeless Charm, Woven from History and Nature: A Kiyomizu-dera Travel Guide
Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto’s most popular sightseeing spots, as famous as Kinkaku-ji and Arashiyama. It’s packed with highlights, from many historically valuable buildings designated as National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties to beautiful natural scenery. To help you fully enjoy Kiyomizu-dera, one of Kyoto’s must-visit attractions, we’ll introduce not only the can’t-miss highlights, but also its history and the best seasons to visit.
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Kyoto in the fall - Illuminated Fall Foliage at Kodai-ji -
In this article, we will introduce you some pictures that were taken at Kodai-ji on November 28th 2010, during a time of night-time special viewing. The temple is in the walking distance from Yasaka-jinja and it is famous for a superb garden.
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