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Yokkaichi Factory Night View

With its dreamlike scenery that feels like a futuristic city or a scene from a sci-fi movie, this spot draws visitors from Japan and abroad as a “sacred place for factory night views.” Centered around its petrochemical complex, enjoy the nightscape that symbolizes Yokkaichi, a city shaped by industry, from three approaches: sea, sky, and land.

Mie
Tourist Attractions

25 Jan 2026 See More

The factory night view in Yokkaichi is honestly pretty stunning. At night, the whole row of factories lights up, and it feels like something out of a sci-fi movie. The smokestacks, pipes, and lights all layered together create this cool, industrial look that’s totally different from the usual tourist spots. Standing by the harbor, it feels really quiet, but the view has such a strong presence. It’s a great place for photos or just zoning out and taking it in for a while.

Kumamoto Castle

Kumamoto Castle is the famous castle built by Kiyomasa Kato in 1607. It was built using the latest, cutting edge techniques at the time and was the setting of many important moments in Japan’s history.

Kumamoto
Tourist Attractions

1 Jul 2025 See More

I could see Kumamoto Castle from my hotel, and the roof of the main keep looks seriously cool. It feels really different from Nagoya Castle or Himeji Castle.

Fukuzenji Temple Taichoro

Fukuzenji, a Shingon Buddhist temple founded by the monk Kuya around 950 in the Heian period. Taichoro, a guest hall next to the main hall, was built during the Genroku era of the Edo period and boasts Approx. 330 years of history, and is also designated as a National Historic Site. Built on a small hill, the tatami room of Taichoro-once used as a reception hall for the Joseon Tongsinsa (Korean diplomatic missions) in the Edo period-offers sweeping views of Tomonoura, including the calm Seto Inland Sea and islands floating offshore.

Hiroshima
Shrines & Temples

18 Jun 2025 See More

If you like quiet spots, you’ll absolutely love it here. Not noisy, not crowded—super satisfying for the soul.

Lake Shikaribetsu

Lake Shikaribetsu, located at an elevation of approximately 810 meters, is Hokkaido’s highest-altitude lake and the only natural lake within Daisetsuzan National Park. Formed around 30,000 years ago by a volcanic eruption that dammed a river, it is known as the “Celestial Lake” and is surrounded by small volcanic peaks like Mount Tenbo and Mount Hakuun. The pristine landscape, featuring untouched forests of Sakhalin fir, Yezo spruce, and birch trees, is a stunning highlight.

Tokachi and Obihiro
Nature Spots

27 Dec 2024 See More

Compared to other popular spots, Lake Shikaribetsu has fewer visitors, so the whole area stays really peaceful. Walking by the lake or just sitting and enjoying the view brings a real sense of calm.

Mt. Hakodate Observatory

The Mt. Hakodate Observatory is the final stop of Mt. Hakodate Ropeway. The first floor features an inside lounge, the Ryoubi Park popular among locals as a less-crowded area to enjoy the night sceneries. The second floor features a summit shop, and restaurant selling Mt. Hakodate original goods. The third floor features a tea lounge, and the fourth floor features an observatory lounge.

Hakodate and Matsumae
Observatories

16 Apr 2024 See More

The city lights are scattered like stars, blending seamlessly with Hakodate Bay and the night sky, creating a dreamy scene. The night view from Mt. Hakodate is truly stunning!

Yamato Museum (Kure Maritime Museum)

A museum introducing the Yamato, the world’s largest battleship during World War II. Visitors can also learn about Kure’s history and science and technology. The 1/10-scale battleship Yamato, the symbol of the Yamato Museum, has been recreated based on original blueprints, underwater survey footage, and crew testimony. It continues to share the importance of peace and the excellence of science and technology with future generations.

Kure Area Neighborhood
Museums

26 Sep 2022 See More

Kure is definitely a city worth visiting. The museum gives a detailed introduction to the history of World War II.

Samurai Residences in Kakunodate

In Kakunodate, part of the city of Semboku in Akita Prefecture, exists rows of old houses first attributed to the Ashina family in the early Edo period (around year 1620), that later flourished under the castle town of the Satake-Kita family. This district has been designated as protected in an effort to conserve traditional buildings.

Akita
Famous Places

26 Sep 2022 See More

The Aoyagi family estate is really spacious, and you can see all kinds of samurai armor inside. The ticket is only JPY 400.

Himeji Castle

This castle is a World Heritage Site and a Japanese castle masterpiece. The main keep, built by Ikeda Terumasa in the early Edo period, has a five-story exterior, one basement level, and six stories above ground on the inside, making it the largest Edo period castle tower still standing.

Hyogo
Tourist Attractions

26 Sep 2022 See More

Climbing to the very top of the main keep, the view is absolutely picturesque.

Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

The traditional streets of the Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter feature white walled warehouses, grid pattern walls, Namako-kabe, and rows of weeping trees, creating a beautiful and charming townscape. This harmonious and historic scenery is very popular with tourists.

Okayama
Famous Places

26 Sep 2022 See More

There are lots of unique cafes and little shops here, and the streets have a traditional Japanese vibe.

Saki No Yu

It used to be known as ”Muro Hot Spring”, and Empress Saimei and Emperor Jito visited the hot spring, which is mentioned in the oldest history book in Japan, Nihon Shoki, and in Japan’s oldest waka poetry anthology, Manyoshu.

Wakayama
Bathing & Spa Facilities

31 Aug 2021 See More

An open-air hot spring by the sea with great water quality and just the right temperature. If you love hot springs, you definitely have to check this out.