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Wine Chateau Ohasama

A winery, “Edel Wein” produces a high quality wine using suitable soil and climate such as less rain and drastic temperature to make grapes. At the AWC VIENNA International Wine Challenge, the international most major competition in the world held in Austria, this winery was awarded a gold medal in four successive years and has received a high evaluation from in and outside Japan. Wine Chateau Ohasama is directly selling wine from Edel Wein.

• Iwate
• Experiences Facilities

Hanamaki 12 Hot Springs

In the western Hanamaki City of Iwate, Dai River and Toyosawa River run between peaceful mountains, where hot springs of Hanamaki Onsen Resort dot the area. Since there are 12 hot springs, such as Hanamaki Onsen, Dai Onsen and Osawa Onsen, they are called the Hanamaki 12 Hot Springs. Each of them has a long history, found nearly 300 to 400 years ago.

• Iwate
• Famous Places

Mt. Moiwa Ropeway (Observation deck)

Mt. Moiwa is located at the almost center of Sapporo. A Swiss-made mini cable car designed to observe the forest runs to the altitude of 531m, this mountain is easily reached to the peak so loved by Sapporo citizens, there are five mountain trails to go up to the peak.

• Sapporo
• Observatories

Hydrangea Park (Kodaira City)

This park was opened in 1973 with the aim of becoming a famous hydrangea garden. Hydrangeas are planted throughout the cozy park, which takes advantage of the oak, konara oak, and other trees left in the hollows.

• Tachikawa, Hachioji, Machida
• Parks & Gardens

Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden

Hakodate Tropical Botanical Garden is home to 3,000 tropical trees and flowers of about 300 species in the park. Tropical plants are grown in greenhouses, where visitors can appreciate tropical fruits such as bananas, flowering trees and cacti, as well as aquatic life such as piranhas and tropical fish. It is warm all year round regardless of Hokkaido's climate, making it a great place for those who do not like the cold.

• Hakodate and Matsumae
• Zoos & Aquariums

Sapporo Maruyama Zoo

In 1950, a moving zoo hosted by the Ueno Zoological Gardens from Tokyo was held in Sapporo. Due to its popularity, the “Maruyama Zoo” opened the next year in Hokkaido. It was initially a children’s park, but soon expanded with animals, and other venues. It is now a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

• Sapporo
• Zoos & Aquariums

Lake Biwa flower fountain (Biwako Hana Funsui)

Otsu port equips a pier and a terminal facility for departure and arrival of a large-sized sightseeing boat and a small boat, and is crowded as a hub place for the sightseeing of Lake Biwa. Lake Biwa flower fountain is a tourist attraction for a free charge located 180 m offshore.

• Shiga
• Tourist Attractions

Kirishima Onsen Market

Located at the foot of Mount Kirishima in Kagoshima Prefecture, Kirishima Onsen Resort comprises nine distinct hot springs, known for their variety of water qualities, attracting tourists from home and abroad. At the heart of this resort is this complex facility, housing a tourist information center, souvenir shops, and restaurants.

• Kagoshima
• Stations & Roadside Stations & Tourist Information Centers

Ginza-Dori street

Ginza-Dori street is one of Japan's most prestigious shopping districts with a sense of history and elegance. It is lined with department stores and high-end brand stores, rivaling New York's Fifth Avenue and London's Oxford Street.

• Ginza, Yurakucho
• Famous Places

Oiso Long Beach

"Oiso Long Beach," attached to the Oiso Prince Hotel, is a resort facility centered around an outdoor pool. With an excellent location overlooking Sagami Bay, comprehensive facilities, and a prime spot just about an hour by train from downtown Tokyo, it's a popular leisure spot.

• Kanagawa
• Outdoors