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Ebisu's night is colored with lavish brilliance.

Ebisu, Meguro

Winter festivals & Events

Yebisu Garden Place "Baccarat ETERNAL LIGHTS"

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A world-class chandelier illuminates the night in Ebisu.

Iwate

Observatories

MALIOS Observation Room

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The landmark tower offering a panoramic view of Morioka city, just a stone's throw from Morioka station.

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14 Things to Do in Morioka

Morioka City is known for its charming blend of retro Meiji-era architecture, the beautiful Nakatsu River flowing through the city center, and the distant mountains that create a harmonious streetscape. Morioka's streets are imbued with a unique nostalgic atmosphere. Of course, Morioka's appeal goes beyond its picturesque streets. Morioka also offers spots to experience traditional Japanese culture and savor local delicacies like Wanko Soba and Morioka Cold Noodles. To fully enjoy the diverse attractions of Morioka, here are some must-visit tourist spots to explore.

The tree house & deck are very popular amongst kids.

Yamanashi

Amusement Parks & Theme parks

FUJI GATEWAY

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In a field with a view of Mount Fuji, there are facilities and experiences packed throughout the day for you to enjoy and have fun.

The whole area becomes a pedestrian paradise on the day, bustling with activity.

Roppongi, Azabu

Summer festivals & Events

Azabu-Juban Noryo Festival

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A summer festival boasting one of the largest scales and crowds in Tokyo, with a bustling shopping street filled with events.

The gravel beach. Those looking for jade visit to search for stones.

Niigata

Nature Spots

Jade Coast

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Coastal region and known jade producer in Itoigawa City. You might even find a jade gemstone?!

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A 2-Day, Full-Sensory Cycling Course through the Great Outdoors with Glittering Views of the Sea of Japan

Get in gear for a scenic, cycling adventure around the city of Itoigawa in Niigata Prefecture, a destination hugged by ocean and mountain landscapes, set against the Sea of Japan. Your trip will span two days, zipping across the well-maintained Kubiki Cycling Road and the Toyama Bay Coastal Cycling Course. For those looking for unforgettably dynamic mountain views, there's even a “mountainside route” that tracks down from Shinano Omachi Station with plenty of rich mountain views. Let's embark on a scenic cycling journey where you can feel the nature of the Sea of Japan at your fingertips!

One of the largest all-weather leisure pools in northern Kanto

Saitama

Outdoors

Fukaya Green Park Aqua Paradise Patio

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Enjoy a southern European resort feeling all year round in the all-weather pool.

Feast your eyes on fireworks up close at this event space with bookable seating.

Nagano

Summer festivals & Events

Lake Suwa Festival Lake Fireworks Festival

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Unforgettable display and colors as they light up the waters at this Lake Suwa summer tradition.

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2024 Summer Fireworks Festivals Guide

A summer visit to Japan isn’t complete without the addition of a fireworks festival. In this guide we’ll cover not only the Top Three Firework Festivals in Japan, but a few other popular fireworks held across the country, as well. There are also some pro tips and important reminders to help you enjoy these events to the fullest, so be sure to read to the end!

The resort pool area packed with wave pools and slides.

Fukui

Amusement Parks & Theme parks

Shibamasa World

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One of the largest theme parks in Hokuriku, packed with a range of fun activities, including one of the largest pools in Japan!

The tulips, canola flowers, cherry blossoms, and mountains of the Northern Alps create a beautiful scene

Toyama

Nature Spots

Asahi Funakawa Spring Quartet

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A magical week swept in by the winds of the great outdoors!

Making use of the waste heat from the adjacent "Matsumoto Clean Center"

Nagano

Outdoors

Lala Matsumoto

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A fun, comprehensive sports facility featuring one of the largest heated pools in the prefecture, powered by clean energy.

A showdown between two of the program's special features, the "Big Niagara" and the "Wide Star Mine"

Ashikaga

Summer festivals & Events

Ashikaga Fireworks Display

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One of the best fireworks displays in Kanto region, with 20,000 fireworks shot up in the night sky.

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Watch, Eat, and Experience! Sightseeing Guide for Kiryu and Ashikaga, Possible Even as a Day Trip from Tokyo!

The Kiryu and Ashikaga areas are accessible from Tokyo even for just a day trip, and not only are they great places to enjoy activities surrounded by beautiful nature, but they also offer plenty of places to take in, including nostalgic old townscapes and power spots!

Finale of the competition-sponsored fireworks are mesmerizing

Akita

Summer festivals & Events

Omagari Fireworks Festival (Omagari Hanabi)

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With over 100 years of history, Omagari Hanabi is Japan’s largest firework competition, held on the last Saturday of every August, attracting nearly 700,000 visitors.

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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.

Osaka

Summer festivals & Events

Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival

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A summer tradition of Naniwa, coloring the Yodogawa, the symbol of the "Water Metropolis Osaka".

A wood deck and a "Heart Monument" are installed.

Hakodate and Matsumae

Tourist Attractions

Hakodate Port (Tsugaru Strait Ferry Hakodate Terminal)

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Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the bay area, with its retro 19th-century atmosphere and exotic ambiance.

Look for the conical roof as a landmark.

Kagawa

Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

Roadside Station Shodoshima Furusato Village

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This roadside station is a gourmet paradise, packed with fun activities and experiences that perfectly encapsulate the charm of Shodoshima Island.

"Tokyo Character Street" is an exciting spot no matter when or how many times you visit.

Tokyo Station Neighborhood

Commercial Buildings

Tokyo Character Street

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An exciting spot where popular character stores gather from Japan and abroad.

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The slope with Northern Alps panorama and powder snow

Nagano

Outdoors

Hakuba Happo One ski resort

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Japan’s proud ski resort with the Northern Alps panorama and the finest powder snow renowned internationally.

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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.

Reception desk marked by dolphin illustration

Okinawa Remote Islands

Experiences Facilities

Dolphin Fantasy Ishigaki Island

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Experience petting cute dolphins!

Penguins from the islands around Antarctica.

Nagasaki

Zoos & Aquariums

Nagasaki Penguin Aquarium

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Swimming! Walking! An aquarium where 180 penguins of 9 different species come together in a grand display.

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26 Things to Do in Nagasaki

The greatest charm of Nagasaki, which has flourished as an international trading port, is its exotic cityscape. Nagasaki is the only place where you can feel the unique blend of foreign and Japanese cultures. Of course, Nagasaki's appeal doesn't stop there. The city is also popular among history enthusiasts, with many historical buildings telling of its rich past. Here, we have carefully selected must-visit sightseeing spots, gourmet experiences, and accommodations in Nagasaki, a city full of attractions.

"Inside Park" where animals come and go freely

Kobe

Zoos & Aquariums

Kobe Animal Kingdom

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Observe animals living freely and up close!

families with children

Yebisu Garden Place "Baccarat ETERNAL LIGHTS"

MALIOS Observation Room

14 Things to Do in Morioka

FUJI GATEWAY

Azabu-Juban Noryo Festival

Jade Coast

A 2-Day, Full-Sensory Cycling Course through the Great Outdoors with Glittering Views of the Sea of Japan

Fukaya Green Park Aqua Paradise Patio

Lake Suwa Festival Lake Fireworks Festival

2024 Summer Fireworks Festivals Guide

Shibamasa World

Asahi Funakawa Spring Quartet

Lala Matsumoto

Ashikaga Fireworks Display

Watch, Eat, and Experience! Sightseeing Guide for Kiryu and Ashikaga, Possible Even as a Day Trip from Tokyo!

Omagari Fireworks Festival (Omagari Hanabi)

25 Things to Do in Akita

Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival

Hakodate Port (Tsugaru Strait Ferry Hakodate Terminal)

Roadside Station Shodoshima Furusato Village

Tokyo Character Street

How to enjoy Tokyo Station Ichibangai that you can only buy, experience, and enjoy here

Tokyo Character Street, an exciting space for both adults and children

Hakuba Happo One ski resort

29 Must-Visit Tourist Spots in Nagano: Rich History and Nature Escapes

Dolphin Fantasy Ishigaki Island

Nagasaki Penguin Aquarium

26 Things to Do in Nagasaki

Kobe Animal Kingdom