Things to Do
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Wakayama
Shrines & Temples
Kumano-Nachi Taisha
4.40 15One of the three major shrines on Kumano mountains that is believed to help with relationships and wishes. There is an 850-year-old giant camphor tree and many other spots to see.
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Kumano Kodo Travel Guide: Set Out on a Journey Through Japan’s History and Spiritual Traditions
The Kumano Kodo is a pilgrimage route, essentially a path used to visit shrines and temples. With its mystical atmosphere and rich nature, the Kumano Kodo lets you explore historic spots and is still traveled by many visitors today. This article introduces Kumano Kodo sightseeing spots and explains its five routes in detail. Since the Kumano Kodo covers a wide area with plenty to see, it’s best to read up with this guide before you go.
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40 Things to Do in Wakayama
Wakayama Prefecture, blessed with oceans, mountains, and rivers, is a popular travel destination filled with historical sites, World Heritage locations, leisure spots, hot springs, and more. From scenic attractions that showcase Japan’s beautiful seasonal landscapes to accommodations, cuisine, and hot springs, we’ve carefully selected the best recommendations for your visit.
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Meet "real Japan" in Kansai - an exclusive experience.
Kansai Region hosted a capital city in ancient times and has served as the nation’s hub. It has produced many types of culture, which are handed down to this day. Touring the Kansai Area allows you to trace back the source of Japanese culture. The guide by the Japanese-culture-and-arts expert and the exclusive space are woven together into this acclaimed video. Enjoy a simulated cultural experience in the space usually closed off from the public.
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Kansai, where you can “Experience the Real Japan” that you have been looking for.
The Kansai region is a “treasure house of Japanese culture” with a rich cultural resource remaining from its history as a former prosperous capital. There is a new, high-quality cultural tour that offers multiple cultural experiences in special settings with top-notch people who have mastered culture, art, or faith rooted in the Kansai region. Here are some travel reports from actual tour participants. Take part in this tour that is sure to become a once-in-a-lifetime precious trip.
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Yamanashi,Shizuoka
Nature Spots
Mt. Fuji
4.36 11World Heritage Site and Japan’s tallest mountain at 3,776 meters tall.
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Climbing Mount Fuji, a World Heritage! (A Complete Guide to the Yoshida Trail)
If you have climbed Mount Fuji (at an elevation of 3,776 m), the symbol of Japan, you definitely have a pleasant memory. And if you have seen the sunrise at the summit of Mount Fuji, it is absolutely an unforgettable experience! People hike up Mount Fuji usually between early July and early September, outside which climbing Mount Fuji is not permitted. Here we recommend the Yoshida trail that is safe and convenient even for first-time climbers.
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[Complete Mt. Fuji Travel Guide] Discover the Appeal of Japan’s Icon and the Best Ways to Enjoy It!
Mt. Fuji is Japan’s highest and most celebrated peak, a mountain the country proudly presents to the world. Every year, many visitors from Japan and abroad come to admire its breathtaking scenery, and its beautiful form has captivated countless people. Because of its beauty and grandeur, it has long been an object of worship and a source of artistic inspiration, continuing to have a major influence on the Japanese people since ancient times. Its history and value have been recognized, and it is registered as a World Heritage site. To help even first-time visitors enjoy all that Mt. Fuji has to offer, this article comprehensively introduces not only spectacular viewpoints, but also climbing routes, important tips for climbing, and nearby sightseeing spots.
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Basic Information and Tips You Should Know Before Climbing Mount Fuji
This article introduces everything you should know before climbing Mount Fuji-including the rules and etiquette of the climb, necessary preparations, important precautions, and potential risks. It also summarizes the latest information on entry management and access restrictions.
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Ibaraki
Parks & Gardens
Hitachi Seaside Park
4.34 8Enjoy Seasonal Flowers and Amusement Park Attractions at This Park.
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[Hitachi Seaside Park Travel Guide] Stunning Colorful Views and So Much to Do!
Hitachi Seaside Park is famous for its breathtaking hills blanketed in nemophila. But there’s more than nemophila-each season brings different spectacular views. On top of that, you can enjoy leisure activities and sports, nature watching, hands-on learning experiences, and more. With such a huge park packed with highlights and scenic spots, you might not know where to start. Don’t worry. This article will help you understand what areas and facilities Hitachi Seaside Park has, plus the must-see highlights and spots to visit. It’s no exaggeration to say this is a must-read before your trip to Hitachi Seaside Park.
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It takes 120 minutes from Tokyo! Let's go to the Hitachi Seaside Park and viewing blooming 32,000 of flowers!
Summer cypress dramatically turn to crimson and beautiful Cosmoses.
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Let’s go to Hitachi Seaside Park to enjoy the sight of a blue flower carpet and a world of tulips! It takes only 90 minutes from Ueno!
There are so many nice resorts in Japan in the spring. Beautiful cherry blossoms in particular come out here and there, and have Japan beautifully and impressively decked out. But Hitachi Seaside Park I recommended to you features not merely cherry blossoms, and it is a wonderland of a varieties of flowers. Among them, the baby blue-eyes (nemophilas) in bloom from late April and to mid-May are especially captivating to me. Four million, five hundred thousand baby blue-eyes form a “blue carpet” merging into the blue sky, when the sky and the earth are difficult to tell apart in this fantastic scenery.
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Shiga
Nature Spots
Lake Biwa
4.33 18A lake in Shiga Prefecture that boasts the largest area and water storage capacity in Japan, belonging to the Yodo River system of first-grade rivers.
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Full of Spectacular Views and Power Spots! 11 Popular Places to Visit Around Lake Biwa
It’s no exaggeration to say that Lake Biwa is Japan’s most famous lake. Not only is it the largest lake in the country, but the area around it is also dotted with sightseeing spots, making it an appealing destination where you can enjoy a wide variety of experiences. By visiting the popular lakeside attractions introduced in this article, you’ll be able to fully enjoy its charm. We’ll also share helpful travel information, including the best seasons to visit and access tips. Be sure to read this before heading out to explore Lake Biwa.
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Lake Biwa in Shiga ~Go on excursion of the lake district~
For six months after October, “The culture of water” campaign will take place in Shiga, especially around lake Biwa. Before the campaign starts, I decided to visit the eastern and northern sides of lake Biwa. The themes of my excursions are “water and life”, “water and prayer”, and “water and food”. I walked around, talk to locals, and ate local cuisine to re-discover the charm of this beautiful area and “The culture of water”.
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