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Conquer Japan’s Sweltering Summer! Stay Cool With...

Japan has plenty of unique summer experiences to offer—but be prepared for the heat! Thankfully, with a bit of creativity, you can enjoy a refreshingly cool and comfortable journey. We've handpicked the best spots nationwide where you can chill out and beat the heat. Which cool destination will you choose this summer?

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  • Kyoto Aquarium

    A large-scale inland aquarium that opened in March 2012 in Umekoji Park near Kyoto Station. It is divided into 10 areas and houses approximately 15,000 creatures from 250 different species, including the giant salamander, a national special natural treasure that lives in the Kamo River, Cape penguins, Largha seals, fish, and jellyfish. The “Kyoto Penguin Correlation Chart,” which shows the relationships among the penguins currently on display, has become the talk of the town because the penguins’ complex relationships resemble those of humans.

  • Kinugawa River Boat Tour

    The Kinugawa River runs North to South from the Kanto East Plains. It runs off a stream of the Tone River, and spans across 176km. On the river coast is “Tate Iwa”, a 100m tall giant stone. Surrounding the river are beautiful sceneries that change across four seasons.