Things to Do

A Theme Park Where You Can Enjoy Mysterious “Trick Art”!

Ikebukuro

Shrines & Temples

Kishimojin-do

The God for Safe Childbirth and Child Rearing.

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Recommended trip routes to explore Tokyo by streetcar

When traveling in Tokyo, it is convenient to utilize public transportation. If you use a discount service such as “Toei One-day Pass (Toei Marugoto Kippu)” that grants you unlimited access to Toei transportation (including Toei Subway, Toei Bus, Toden streetcar and such), you will receive great amount of discount too. This time, we want to tell you about a Tokyo stroll utilizing “Toden Arakawa line” streetcar.

Shinagawa

Shrines & Temples

Ikegami Honmon-ji

The Head Temple of the Nichiren Sect of Buddhism, Popular for its Splendid Scenery of Sakura and its Five-Storied Pagoda!

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Ueno

Shrines & Temples

Iriya Kishimojin

A Temple that Celebrates the Goddess of Safe Childbirth and Parenting, Famous for its Morning Glory Festival.

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Iriya Morning Glory Festival, a Reminder of the Summer at Shitamachi, Tokyo

Over the weekend in summer, almost everywhere in Japan is rejuvenated by a local festival.Last year, my friends and I visited Iriya Kishimojin (Shingen-ji Temple), where the Iriya Morning Glory Festival was taking place.

A fishing pond that floats on the sea. It is kept nice and clean.

Osaka

Experiences Facilities

Fish and Eat your Catch of Day at a Fresh Fishing Pond

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Fishing at a sea-fishing pond

Osaka

Shopping Streets

Shinsekai Hon-dori Shopping Street

Specialties in Osaka cluster in this area. Enjoy gourmet food for common people.

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[Shinsekai Travel Guide] Enjoy Tsutenkaku and the Bustling Shopping Streets!

Shinsekai is a must-visit destination where you can experience the unique sights and flavors of Osaka. No trip to Osaka is complete without a stop in this iconic district, known for its vibrant atmosphere and delicious street food. With countless attractions, just strolling through the neon-lit streets lined with flashy signs can be an experience in itself. However, there’s so much more to Shinsekai than meets the eye. For first-time visitors, this guide will help you make the most of your time, ensuring you fully immerse yourself in the culture, food, and excitement of Shinsekai. Read through before your Osaka adventure and get ready to explore like a pro!

The retro atmosphere of a time just after the war has been preserved

Osaka

Shopping Streets

Osaka Tsuruhashi Market

The market still retains the retro atmosphere of the time just after Japan's war (World War II).

Nankin-square in the daytime with a sense of liveliness

Kobe

Shopping Streets

Nankin-machi (Nanjing town)

A vibrant town full of incredibly delicious food! The largest China town in Western Japan

Kamakura

Shrines & Temples

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

The Symbol of Kamakura, the Beautiful Nature-Filled “Tsurugaoka Hachimangu”.

The Great Main Hall and the Three-story Pagoda

Narita Airport Neighborhood

Shrines & Temples

Naritasan Shinshoji Temple

A Historic Temple with the Most New Year (Hatsumode) Visitors in Japan.

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For those who fly out from Narita Airport, this article introduces some fun spots in Narita City, where you can enjoy until the very last time on your departure day. [Article series / The Surrounding Areas of Narita Airport Part 1]

In this article we’ll be introducing you to a number of exciting spots within walking distance from Keisei Narita Station (Narita City, Chiba), which is just 7 mins away from Narita Airport!

Wakayama

Experiences Facilities

Kushimoto

Undersea Diving by the Shores of Kushimoto

There are two boatmen. On a private tour, the boatmen double as your guides.

Shiga

Experiences Facilities

Hikone-jo Yakatabune

Japanese castles aren't only gorgeous. They were strategically designed for war.

Gifu

Famous Places

Okuhida Onsen-go (Okuhida Hot Spring Villages)

A hot spring resort area consisting of five hot spring resorts where you can enjoy the view of the Northern Alps from the open-air baths.

Ishikawa-mon gate was rebuilt in Tenmei 8 (1788).
(photo courtesy of Ishikawa Prefecture Tourism League)

Kanazawa

Parks & Gardens

Kanazawa Castle Park

A castle reminds us of the past prosperity of Kaga Hyakumangoku.

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Shiga

Parks & Gardens

Genkyuen Garden

This is a former feudal lord's garden with Hikone Castle in the background, and is designated as a national scenic beauty.

Fukui

Tourist Attractions

Echizen Ono Castle

A "Castle in the Sky" shrouded in morning mist.

Ueno

Shrines & Temples

Nezu Shrine