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Kanahebisui-jinja Shrine

Kanahebisui-jinja Shrine is a shrine that venerates the "snake" and "water". Since ancient times, it's believed to bring prosperity in business and enhance financial fortunes. This has garnered the faith of entrepreneurs and business owners alike. Often referred to as the "strongest power spot in Tohoku", it has been featured in TV shows and magazines. Every day, countless people from all over Japan come to visit.

• Miyagi
• Shrines & Temples

Mitakesan

As a sacred mountain for mountain worship, it developed around "Kinpusan Mitake Zao Gongen", the predecessor of "Musashi-Mitake Shrine". Okuno-in and Mt. Otake, located behind Mt. Mitake, are said to have been training grounds where mountain priests and ascetics ran around on steep rocky terrain and ridges. The culture of Oshi (prayer masters), which has continued since the Edo period (1603-1868), still remains, and the mountain is popular for its unique atmosphere.

• Okutama, Ome
• Nature Spots

Miike Coal Mines Mandako

Miike Coal Mine is one of the mines that supported Japan’s modernization as the site of tremendous amounts of coal produced from the Meiji Period to the early Showa period. Mining has started since the Edo period, but started to expand after the Mitsui Corporation purchased operations in 1889.

• Kumamoto
• Tourist Attractions

Takeo City Library and Historical Museum

Takeo City Library is a new type of library featuring a café and the Tsutaya bookstore where visitors can purchase books, magazines, and other interesting items. Making good use of wood, the structure has a warm and cozy feeling in its expansive reading room. An enormous number of books fill the impressive bookshelves built from the floor to the ceiling.

• Saga
• Museums

Seaside Momochi Beach Park

This waterfront of Hakata Bay emanates a modern atmosphere, punctuated by landmarks like the Fukuoka Tower and the PayPay Dome. Nestled by the coast of Momochi Beach lies Seaside Momochi Beach Park, boasting a meticulously designed beach that stretches for about 1.5km.

• Fukuoka
• Parks & Gardens

Otori Shrine

Otori Shrine, with a history of about 1200 years, is the oldest shrine in Meguro Ward, Tokyo. Founded during the Heian period, it's depicted in the oldest map of Edo, the "Chōroku Edo-zu," created in the Muromachi period. Being one of the only nine shrines featured in this map, it is counted among the "Edo Kyūsha" (Nine Shrines of Edo).

• Meguro, Ebisu
• Shrines & Temples

Toei Animation Museum

Since its founding in 1956, Toei Animation has produced numerous masterpieces. Their museum showcases the charm and worldviews of their past and upcoming animations.

• Nakano, Koenji, Ogikubo, Nerima
• Museums

Akigawa Valley

The Akigawa Valley, spanning approximately 20 km from Akiruno City to Hinohara Village in Tokyo, is a vast expanse of nature that seems unbelievable just an hour away from Tokyo's bustling center. Loved by locals as a handy spot for experiencing nature, the valley offers breathtaking views of rural landscapes in every season, from fresh greenery to autumn leaves. It's also a popular spot for outdoor activities like barbecuing and camping.

• Okutama, Ome
• Nature Spots

Okama Crater Lake (Goshiki Lake)

Lake Gokako, situated at the highest elevation within the Zao mountain range, is a volcanic crater lake. Enclosed by three peaks - Kattadake, Kumano Peak, and Goshikidake - this lake spans a diameter of 325 meters and has a circumference of about 1 km. Due to varying factors such as season, time of day, weather, and temperature, the lake's water changes in colors, ranging from deep green, blue, to emerald green. This has earned it the moniker " Goshiki Lake (Five-Colored Lake)." The serene shimmer of the lake's surface contrasts sharply with the rugged volcanic walls, creating a profound sense of natural beauty.

• Miyagi
• Nature Spots

Jodogahama Beach

"Jodogahama" is a rock inlet facing the Sanriku coast, a representative scenic spot of Japan. Around 1680, the name is said to have originated when Reikyo, a Buddhist monk, upon seeing its white rock beach, beautifully clear sea, and otherworldly complex terrain, exclaimed that it was reminiscent of the "Pure Land Paradise".

• Iwate
• Nature Spots