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Gangoji Temple

Its predecessor was Asukadera Temple, the oldest full-fledged Buddhist temple in Japan, which was opened in Asuka Village by Soga Umako at the end of the 6th century. Later, with the relocation of the capital to Heijo-kyo, it was moved within the Heijo-kyo Capital and its name was changed to Gangoji Temple. During the Nara period (710-794), the temple developed to the extent that it was counted as one of the seven major temples in the southern capital, but it gradually declined from the mid-Heian period (794-1185).

• Nara
• Shrines & Temples

Shizunai Cherry Blossom Festival

Shizunai Cherry Blossom Festival takes place along the Shizunai Nijukken Road Cherry Blossom Avenue, a straight road stretching about 7 kilometers between Shizunai Tahara and Shizunai Misono in Shinhidaka Town, Hidaka District, Hokkaido. Often referred to as “Japan’s finest cherry blossom avenue,” it is lined with around 2,000 cherry trees, mainly Ezo-yamazakura. The avenue has also been selected as one of the Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan.

• Chitose and Tomakomai
• Spring festivals & Events

Kikukawa Shoten “Castella-yaki Hakone Manju”

“Castella-yaki Hakone-Manju" is the signature product of Kikukawa Shoten. This souvenir shop has been in operation for many years in the shopping arcade in front of Hakone-Yumoto Station.Many onsen Manju are steamed in a traditional Japanese style, but this western-style Manju is made with sponge cake dough and white bean paste.

• Hakone
• Snacks

Hakone Ropeway

From Sounzan to Togendai Station, a ropeway runs about 4km. You can ride in a gondola and look over the lush nature of Hakone mountains, Lake Ashinoko, Mt. Fuji and Sagami Bay. Enjoy a skywalk for about 24 minutes.

• Hakone
• Ropeway

Hakone Tozan Railway / Hakone Tozan Cable Car

The Hakone Tozan Railway is an indispensable part of sightseeing in Hakone, with many of the major spots in the city located along the route.

• Hakone
• Trains & Subway

Lake Ashinoko

The lake is said to have been created about 3100 years ago when a phreatic explosion caused by volcanic activity caused the sediment from a large collapsed mountain to dam the river. In fact, most of the water is rainwater rather than spring water, which is the source of the river. It is a huge puddle of water.

• Hakone
• Nature Spots

Kawagoe Festival

The Kawagoe Festival is a traditional autumn festival held every year on the third Saturday and Sunday of October. Many people come from all over the world to visit, and it is the most energetic moment of the year in Kawagoe City.

• Saitama
• Autumn festivals & Events

Hakone Sightseeing Cruise

A sightseeing ship that operates on Lake Ashinoko, a scenic spot in Hakone. The three ships, Royale II, Victory, and Queen Ashinoko, are characterized by their colorful and luxurious decorations. Each of them has a capacity of about 500 passengers and takes 25 to 35 minutes each way between Togendai Port, Hakone-machi Port, and Moto-Hakone Port. On a sunny day, the open deck is a great place to enjoy the scenery. Enjoy the pleasant breeze and the seasonal views of nature and mountains.

• Hakone
• Ships

Fukiware no Taki Falls

Usually, when you look at waterfalls in well-known tourist spots, you have to look up to feel their dynamism. However, Fukiware no Taki is different. As a place where you can feel the splendor of nature by looking down a waterfall, it is extremely rare. Also nicknamed the “Niagara Falls of the East”, this waterfall boasts a 7-meter drop and a width of 30 meters.

• Gunma
• Nature Spots

Oboke and Koboke

“Oboke Koboke” is an about 8km-long canyon, created over 200 million years by the rapids of the Yoshino River that passes through the Shikoku Mountains, and the area has beautiful sculpturesque landscapes.

• Tokushima
• Nature Spots