Things to Do
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Oita
Hot Springs & Hot Spring Resorts
Yufuin Onsen
3.32 5Sophisticated onsen resort, touted as “Karuizawa in the east and Yufuin in the west.”
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Heading Out for a Relaxing Getaway? 11 Popular Things to Do in Yufuin (Yufuin Onsen)
Yufuin is one of Kyushu’s most popular hot spring destinations. Surrounded by rich nature, it offers a quiet, relaxing atmosphere and a luxurious way to spend your time. Along with hot springs, you’ll find charming sightseeing spots, restaurants serving a wide variety of dishes and sweets, and souvenirs made with local ingredients, making it especially popular with women. If you’re planning a soothing trip to Yufuin, here’s a guide to the sightseeing spots, food, accommodations, and souvenirs you should know about.
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[Yufuin Onsen Travel Guide] A Relaxing Getaway with Peaceful Atmosphere and Scenic Countryside Views
Yufuin Onsen is a popular hot spring destination known for its peaceful atmosphere and bathing spots with views of beautiful mountains and rural landscapes. This article introduces ways to fully enjoy the many charms of Yufuin Onsen, along with the best seasons to visit and recommended places to stay.
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Nara
Shrines & Temples
Kohfukuji Temple
3.32 5Designated as a World Heritage, Kohfukuji Temple was one of the four leading temples during the Nara period (710-784).
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Horyu-ji Travel Guide: Experience Timeless History at Japan’s First World Heritage Site
Horyu-ji is one of Japan’s most celebrated historic temples and is home to some of the world’s oldest surviving wooden structures. With around 3,000 structures and artifacts designated as National Treasures or Important Cultural Properties, the temple holds exceptional historical and cultural value. It also has deep ties to Prince Shotoku and has long held a special place in Japanese history and culture, with its traditions continuing to this day. In this article, we’ll introduce the highlights and appeal of Horyu-ji to help first-time visitors make the most of their visit.
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A Travel Guide to Gango-ji, Japan’s Oldest Full-Scale Buddhist Temple
The UNESCO World Heritage-listed “Gango-ji” is home to many buildings and Buddhist statues designated as National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties. Often said to be the birthplace of Japanese Buddhism, it is renowned as a temple of great historical and cultural value. From the “East Gate,” the main gate, to highlights such as the “Main Hall” and other grounds buildings, there is plenty to see, and seasonal flowers charm visitors year-round. This article introduces everything you need to enjoy “Gango-ji,” from its history to recommended sightseeing spots-use it as a helpful reference.
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A Tōdai-ji Travel Guide to Timeless History and Culture
Tōdai-ji, famous for the Great Buddha of Nara. Beyond its many historic structures designated as National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties, the temple also offers easy-to-join Buddhist experiences like sutra copying and Buddha image tracing that can help calm the mind. Don’t miss the daily “Eleven-Faced Goma Fire Ritual Prayer” and the Tōdai-ji Museum, where you can learn more about its history. Here’s the history and must-see spots to know so you can fully enjoy Tōdai-ji, packed with highlights.
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Nagano
Shrines & Temples
Togakushi Shrine
3.32 5Built over 2000 years ago, the five shrines are revered as power spots in mountain worship.
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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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Togakushi Shrine Travel Guide: Tour Five Shrines with Over 2,000 Years of History and Mystical Cedar-Lined Paths
Togakushi Shrine stands at the foot of sacred Mount Togakushi in Nagano Prefecture. With a history spanning over 2,000 years, this ancient shrine enshrines deities associated with the myth of the Opening of the Heavenly Rock Cave. It comprises five shrines-Okusha, Chusha, Hokosha, Kuzuryusha, and Hinomikosha-each with its own blessings and attractions. This article introduces Togakushi Shrine, highlights of each shrine, and a recommended route.
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Ehime
Museums
Saka no Ue no Kumo Museum
3.32 5The museum was founded to honor the historical novel by Ryotaro Shiba. The exhibitions depict events concerning its three main characters from Matsuyama city; The Akiyama brothers and the poet Shiki Masaoka.
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Matsuyama Travel Guide: Top Attractions, Hidden Gems, Food, and Souvenirs
Matsuyama City in Ehime Prefecture has a great selection of historic sites to visit, such as the nation’s oldest hot spring retreat, the Dogo Onsen, and Matsuyama Castle, a symbol of the city. As most sites are near Matsuyama Station and the Dogo Onsen, you can easily visit several in one day. Here, we will introduce our most highly recommended sites in Matsuyama.
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Day 3 in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture ～Okaido area, Bansuisou and Sakano Ueno Kumo Museum ～
Matsuyama City in Ehime prefecture is the biggest city in Shikoku area. Not only the city is famous for magnet tourist spots such as Matsuyama castle and Dogo Onsen, it is also deeply associated with Japanese literature and historical famous people. I made a trip to Matsuyama for 3 nights and 4 days back in November, 2016. In my article, I am going to show you the pictures from the trip and I hope they will help you to get to know the area. In this article, I will write about my visit to Bansuisou, Sakano Ueno Museum and also about nightview in the area.
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