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Ibaraki
Parks & Gardens
Hitachi Seaside Park
3.37 9Enjoy 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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Okayama
Parks & Gardens
Okayama Korakuen
3.36 8One of the three best gardens of Japan, unchanged from the Edo period.
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A Travel Guide to Okayama Korakuen: Stunning Scenery in Every Season
Okayama Korakuen is one of Japan’s Three Great Gardens, preserving the look and feel of the Edo period. Its carefully designed natural beauty shines in every season, with plenty of historic buildings and events to enjoy. Many visitors wonder when to go and what to see. This article offers a comprehensive look at Okayama Korakuen’s must-sees, seasonal highlights, and events to help you plan your visit.
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Okayama Castle Travel Guide: A Must-See Sight in Okayama, One of the Prefecture’s Three Famous Castles
Okayama Castle is famous for its black-and-gold main keep. But there’s much more to see, including the dreamy, limited-time illuminations. With easy access and a prime location for sightseeing in Okayama, it’s a spot you won’t want to miss. Here’s the history and highlights to know before you go.
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Gion, Higashiyama, Yamashina
Parks & Gardens
Maruyama Park (Kyoto)
3.36 8The 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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Yamagata
Parks & Gardens
Kajo Park
3.36 5The magnificent ruins of the castle and the pretty cherry blossoms are a magnificent sight.
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Spring Tohoku Trip for Cherry Blossoms: 18 Popular Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Tohoku
Tohoku is known for its stunning natural scenery throughout the seasons. It’s also home to many famous cherry blossom spots, with each prefecture and location offering a different look and feel. Here, we’ve handpicked three of the most popular sakura spots in each prefecture, for a total of 18. If you’re traveling in Tohoku in spring, why not plan a trip built around cherry blossom viewing?
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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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Tokyo Station, Nihonbashi, Marunouchi
Parks & Gardens
Kokyo Gaien National Garden
3.34 11A Park Boasting the Beautiful Contrast of City Buildings and Nature.
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[Imperial Palace Travel Guide] A Complete Overview, from Basic Information to Highlights and General Tour Info
Located in the heart of Tokyo, the Imperial Palace stands on the former site of Edo Castle. With more than 400 years of history, tradition, and imperial culture, it is a truly unique sightseeing spot in Japan. Many historic buildings and beautiful seasonal gardens still remain, and this serene setting is filled with a wide range of attractions. This article introduces the appeal of the Imperial Palace, focusing on its overview and highlights.
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Your Guide to Enjoying Hibiya Park, an Oasis in the Heart of Tokyo
Despite its prime location near Tokyo Station and Ginza, Hibiya Park is a place where you can slow down and relax surrounded by lush greenery. Encircled by office towers and shopping complexes, it’s a true urban oasis. With both abundant nature and a rich history, there’s plenty to see. If you’re visiting Hibiya Park for the first time, here are the highlights, the best seasons to go, and nearby sightseeing spots.
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Kita-Senju, Katsushika
Parks & Gardens
Kameari Park
3.33 8A Park Famous as the Setting in the Manga “Kochira Katsushika-ku Kameari Koen-mae Hashutujo”.
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Strolling the Old World of Tokyo: An One-Day Walking Tour through Shibamata.
From city skyscrapers to the latest travel hubs, there are plenty of hot spots to visit in Tokyo. But for a real taste of history and classic Tokyo vibes, you won’t want to miss the chance to walk through the old-world “shitamachi” streets.
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Check out the 15 bronze statues of “Kochikame” characters in Kameari, where the manga was set!
The slapstick comedy revolves around the misadventures of local police officer, Ryoutsu Kankichi. The anime based on the manga is extremely popular in other countries as well. There are 15 bronze statues of Kochikame characters spread out around the area surrounding Kameari Station, including the first colour statue that was just created this year(2016). Keep reading to find out more about the Kochikame Statue Tour and our recommended route!
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