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Bamboo Forest at Wakayama Farm

Drive about 1.5 hours north from Tokyo. In Utsunomiya-just 50 minutes from Tokyo Station by shinkansen-you’ll find a farm with a vast bamboo grove. Its lush greenery and quiet calm make it feel like you’ve stepped into a story. This one-of-a-kind, breathtaking bamboo forest is also frequently used as a filming location for movies and commercials. Cosplay photo shoots are welcome too, so if you’re interested, apply in advance via the reservation form.

Tochigi
Experiences Facilities

23 Apr 2026 See More

The Bamboo Forest at Wakayama Farm is truly soothing.
The bamboo sways gently, and the sound of the wind feels so soft.
Walking through it naturally makes you slow down. You don’t have to think about anything—just being there feels so comfortable.

Towel Museum

A unique museum in Imabari, Japan’s leading towel-producing city, that shares towel lifestyles and towel culture. Visitors can see the towel-making process up close and enjoy exhibits that blend towels with art. In addition to permanent exhibitions such as Moomin and Hawaiian quilts, the museum hosts a variety of special exhibitions showcasing towel art.

Ehime
Museums

15 Apr 2026 See More

At first I thought it was just a place that sold towels, but it turned out to have way more to see than I expected. You can watch how towels are made, and it was pretty educational.

Yakiniku Furusato Danbara Main Branch

Yakiniku Furusato Danbara Main Branch keeps an esteemed reputation for Hiroshima-sourced yakiniku and a full-step process managed entirely in house for all of its beef, from raising, shipping and wholesaling to processing. By never freezing the meat from slaughter to serving, orders here come with the promise of maximum freshness and a fully enhanced, rich and beefy umami.

Hiroshima
Meat Dishes

7 Sep 2025 See More

The meat is super fresh and there's a lot to choose from. When grilled, the fat is just right—not too greasy. Pairing it with the side dishes makes everything go down smoothly. The staff are really friendly, too. It's a great place for a meal with friends or family. Eating lots of meat here is so satisfying.

Tsuruya Karuizawa Store

A local supermarket chain based mainly in Nagano Prefecture, Tsuruya is loved by locals and also popular among tourists looking to buy fresh local ingredients.

Nagano
Supermarkets & Convenience Stores & 100 yen Shops

25 Jun 2025 See More

They have pickles, miso, and all kinds of local produce—lots of Karuizawa exclusives! The sauce selection is amazing, and even the onion and wasabi sauces are super tasty.

Echigo-Yuzawa Onsen District

A hot spring area in Echigo-Yuzawa, popular not only as a winter ski resort but also as a place to enjoy outdoor activities like trekking and camping in summer. Lodgings, restaurants, and souvenir shops line the prefectural road stretching out in front of JR Echigo-Yuzawa Station, forming an onsen town. The springs are said to date back to the late Heian period, and the area is also famous as the model for Yasunari Kawabata’s classic novel Snow Country.

Niigata
Hot Springs & Hot Spring Resorts

24 Dec 2024 See More

It’s not just nature and hot springs—it also has a really strong traditional cultural vibe. There are old-school shops along the streets, little stores selling handmade crafts, and you might even get a chance to join a local festival or event.

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