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Harunasan Ropeway

The Harunasan Ropeway connects the shores of Lake Haruna to the summit of Mount Haruna in approximately three minutes. Operating since 1958, it introduced Japan's first 15-passenger twin gondola system in 1996. As the ropeway ascends through the lush natural surroundings of Mount Haruna, passengers can enjoy a stunning aerial journey with breathtaking panoramic views.

Gunma
Ropeway

23 Dec 2024 See More

Once the ropeway reaches the top, you get a panoramic view of Lake Haruna. The water is crystal clear and the lake is surrounded by mountains.

National Grand Shrine Suitengu

Located near the Chikugo River in Fukuoka Prefecture, this is the main shrine of Suitengu, with branches across Japan and even in Hawaii. Established in 1190 to honor the souls of the Taira clan who perished in the Battle of Dan-no-ura, the shrine was relocated to its current site in 1650. Suitengu is revered as a deity of water, offering blessings for safe childbirth, fertility, and protection from misfortune.

Fukuoka
Shrines & Temples

23 Dec 2024 See More

The history here dates back to the Edo period, and the whole place is filled with a strong sense of tradition. The shrine's design is simple yet elegant, giving you a sacred feeling of being connected to both nature and the divine.

Sensoji Temple

This iconic destination in Asakusa sees as many as 30 million visitors each year. It stands as a well-loved mainstay in Tokyo, all while hosting a number of annual traditions like the first temple visit at New Years, Setsubun and more across the year.

Asakusa, Tokyo Skytree
Shrines & Temples

23 Dec 2024 See More

As soon as you enter Kaminarimon, the giant red lantern immediately catches your eye. It's a super popular spot for photos! The gate symbolizes welcome and blessings, and the whole atmosphere feels lively and joyful.

Kyoto Ceramic Center

Nestled at the foot of the famous Kiyomizu Temple, in the Higashiyama Gojo area, lies a district known for its traditional craft, "Kyo-yaki" and "Kiyomizu-yaki" pottery. For over 400 years, countless ceramic works have been created here. Many artisans and kilns still operate in the Gojozaka area, and at the entrance to this historic slope is the Kyoto Ceramic Center.

Kyoto
Museums

29 Jul 2024 See More

Here, visitors can not only admire beautiful ceramic works, but also try making them themselves and get a deeper understanding of Kyoto's ceramic culture.

Jindai Botanical Gardens

Step into this sprawling 500,000 m2 botanical garden escape, complete with some 4,800 species across 100,000 plants. The grounds are divided into different plant areas, including the rose garden, azalea garden, and plum garden, each showcasing beautiful blooms in their peak seasons. Events are held during the best viewing times for the flowers, so be sure to check the schedule before you visit!

Fuchu, Chofu, Tama
Zoos & Aquariums

29 Jul 2024 See More

The rose garden here is especially famous. Every year when the roses are in full bloom, tons of visitors come to see them.

Tottori Sand Dunes

Located on the Sea of Japan side of Tottori City in Tottori Prefecture, the Tottori Sand Dunes stretch 16 km from east to west and 2.4 km from north to south, making them one of the largest dune systems in Japan. These dunes, designated as a special protected area and a Natural Monument of Japan, are a major tourist attraction representing Tottori Prefecture.

Tottori
Nature Spots

15 Apr 2024 See More

Walking across the vast sand dunes, you can really feel the power of the wind constantly shaping new landscapes. That's what makes the dunes so unique and fascinating.

Hakkoda Ropeway

Hakkoda Ropeway is on one of the Hakkoda Mountains, Mt. Tamoyachi, connecting the foot of the mountain and the mountain top park at 1,314m above sea level in 10 minutes. Not only tourists seeking the seasonal natural beauty of Hakkoda, but also hikers in summer and skiers in winter love to visit here.

Aomori
Ropeway

8 Sep 2022 See More

The mountains were covered in vibrant autumn leaves—totally worth the trip.

LEGOLAND®︎ Japan

A themepark that brings a world filled with LEGO® blocks to life. Divided into 8 different zones, you can enjoy areas like LEGO® NINJAGO® sets at LEGO® NINJAGO World, or set off on your own quest in the “Adventure” area.

Nagoya
Amusement Parks & Theme parks

8 Sep 2022 See More

You can even stay inside the park! Our whole family had a blast here.

Tsutenkaku Tower

A steel tower which looks like the Eiffel Tower and 75 meters high was built In 1912, on top of a building which was the motif of the Arc de Triomphe, and named “Tsutenkaku” meaning “A building reaching the heaven'' by Nangaku Fujisawa, a Confucian in the early Meiji period. After being broken down due to a fire, citizens lobbied for rebuilding and the current 2nd Tsutenkaku was built in 1956.

Tennoji, Shinsekai
Observatories

8 Sep 2022 See More

You have to wait in line to go up, and also to come down. It can get pretty tiring.

Akashi Kaikyo Bridge

The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge connects Honshu and Awaji Island. It is known as the world's longest suspension bridge, with a total length of 3,911 meters and a distance of 1,991 meters between the two main towers. Together with the Onaruto Bridge, it connects the Kansai area to Shikoku, and is a popular tourist route.

Kobe
Tourist Attractions

7 Sep 2022 See More

After visiting, I learned about all the challenges faced during construction. The engineers put in a huge amount of effort to overcome them. It's truly an impressive feat of engineering.