Things to Do
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Tsukiji, Odaiba, Toyosu
Shopping Streets
Toyosu Market
3.44 14Watch Maguro Tuna Auctions Up Close! This Wholesale Market Feeds Tokyo Citizens.
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Tokyo Koto-ku Complete Travel Guide
Koto-ku is located in the center of Tokyo and has excellent access. In addition, Koto-ku has many attractive sightseeing spots. From the latest fashionable spots to temples, shrines, and shopping streets where you feel the history.
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[Toyosu Market Visitor Guide] Enjoy Market-Style Gourmet Food and Unique Experiences
Tsukiji Market is arguably Japan’s most famous wholesale market. In 2018, it relocated to Toyosu in Tokyo and was renamed Toyosu Market. In addition to restaurants serving gourmet dishes made with fresh ingredients, highlights include watching tuna auctions and shopping unique goods only found at a wholesale market. This article introduces how to enjoy Toyosu Market, along with nearby sightseeing spots in detail. Toyosu Market may seem a little intimidating at first, but this guide will help you explore it smoothly.
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Nagano
Tourist Attractions
Jigokudani Monkey Park
3.44 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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[Jigokudani Yaen Koen Travel Guide] A Rare Chance to See Monkeys Soaking in Hot Springs
Jigokudani Yaen Koen is a rare sightseeing spot in Japan where you can observe wild Japanese macaques up close. In particular, the sight of monkeys soaking in hot springs has drawn strong attention from Japan and abroad. The park was created without altering the natural environment, so visitors can also enjoy the scenery and observe plants and animals other than the monkeys. This article introduces the charms of Jigokudani Yaen Koen, how to enjoy it, and recommended spots nearby. Use this guide for your trip, and you’ll be able to enjoy Jigokudani Yaen Koen to the fullest.
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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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Yamagata
Shrines & Temples
Yama-Dera (Hōjusan Risshakuji Temple)
3.44 12Climb 1,015 Stone Steps to Reach the Top to Worship! A Temple Said to Cut Out Bad Relationships.
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In Awe of Sheer Nature: Top 18 Autumn Foliage Spots in Tohoku
Tohoku is a destination replete with unbeatable nature and remarkable spots to catch vibrant leaves in autumn. Across the region you’ll find an array of foliage spots so vast it may be hard to pick, with anything from mountains blanketed in autumn colors, beautifully tinted valleys and mountain roads perfect for a drive amidst the autumn scenery, to lakeshores adorned in seasonal hues and more.
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Yamadera in Yamagata Prefecture, with Stunning Scenery Throughout the Seasons
Yamadera is located in Yamagata City of Yamagata Prefecture. The temple’s official name is Hōjusan Risshakuji Temple. This ancient temple has been worshipped for many years, and it is believed that climbing the 1015 stone steps to worship at the summit helps to cut bad relationship ties. The temple offers stunning scenery throughout each season of the year, so enjoy this showcase of the seasonal views!
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15 Things to Do in Yamagata
Yamagata is blessed with beautiful natural scenery, including mountains such as Mt. Zao and Mt. Gassan, both of which are listed among Japan's 100 Famous Mountains, and the Mogami River, affectionately known as the Mother River. In addition to its stunning natural beauty, Yamagata is home to many traditional hot spring towns and historic buildings. Visiting Yamagata lets you enjoy both picturesque landscapes and the charm of traditional Japan.
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Yamagata Prefecture’s “Yamadera” – Amazing Snowy Scenery!
You can reach Yamadera Station from Tokyo Station by taking the Yamagata Shinkansen for 2 hours and 30 minutes, then changing to the Senzan line at Yamagata Station and riding for about 20 minutes.
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Kudanshita, Tokyo Dome
Tourist Attractions
Chidorigafuchi Green Way (Chidorigafuchi Moat)
3.43 11Approximately 260 cherry trees brightly decorate the roadside, making it one of Tokyo's most famous cherry blossom viewing spots.
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Must-visit Cherry Blossoms viewing spot, Chidorigafuchi (Chiyoda-ku of Tokyo).
It takes 5 minutes on foot from “Kudanshita Station” by Tokyo Metro Tozai Line • Hanzōmon Line • Toei Shinjuku Line.
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Cherry blossom spot at night in Tokyo・Chidorigafuchi
This time we would like to introduce you each spot around the area. Please see map at the end of this article for reference.
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Gion, Higashiyama, Yamashina
Parks & Gardens
Maruyama Park (Kyoto)
3.43 11The Gion weeping cherry trees that stand by the pond are one of the best photo spots in Kyoto.
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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 Cherry Blossom Viewing Tour] Spring in full bloom!
If you feel a hint of spring, why don't you go to Kyoto?Cherry blossoms in Kyoto usually begin blooming around the end of March and are at their best from early to mid-April. Kyoto, the ancient capital of Japan, is known for its elegant scenery. Enjoy walking around the historic shrines and temples and the streets where you can feel the careful lifestyle of the people and visit the best cherry blossom viewing spots.
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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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Kumamoto
Shrines & Temples
Aso Shrine (Kumamoto)
3.42 9The esteemed shrine that quells the land of fire, Aso.
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Aso Travel Guide: Experience the Power and Grandeur of an Active Volcano
Mount Aso is a symbol of Kumamoto Prefecture and one of Japan’s most prominent active volcanoes. In addition to its magnificent scenery, one of its greatest attractions is the opportunity to see an active volcanic crater up close. A visit to Mount Aso offers an unforgettable opportunity to experience the raw power of nature firsthand. This guide covers the essential information you need to know about Mount Aso, along with recommended sightseeing spots and the best times of year to visit. Read on before your trip to make the most of your visit to Mount Aso.
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Enjoy One of Kumamoto’s Top Power Spots! A Travel Guide to Aso Shrine
Aso Shrine is dedicated to as many as 12 deities and still preserves the region’s volcanic worship traditions. It’s also famous as a power spot where you can receive blessings of many kinds. To help you fully enjoy one of Kumamoto’s top power spots, we’ll introduce the must-see highlights and nearby sightseeing spots to know. Explore not only the grounds of “Aso Shrine,” but also the many attractive places around it.
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