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Chinoike Jigoku

Bubbling up from deep underground, "netsudei" (volcanic mud) is formed through chemical reactions under extreme heat and pressure, eventually accumulating in this eerie red pond. For centuries, its ominous look has led people to call it a "jigoku" (hell). Stretching some 1,300 square meters, Chinoike Jigoku has existed for over 1,300 years and is now a well-maintained, must-visit attraction in Beppu.

• Oita
• Tourist Attractions

Matsuyama Castle

Matsuyama Castle is an iconic symbol of Matsuyama City, and it is also famous as being an impregnable castle.

• Ehime
• Tourist Attractions

Shimanami Kaido (Seaway)

The “Shimanami Kaido” is a 60 km long road connecting Honshu and Shikoku. It connects Onomichi City in Hiroshima Prefecture to Imabari City in Ehime Prefecture, and bridges six islands in the Seto Inland Sea. It consists of the Nishi-Seto Expressway, Ikuchijima Road, and Oshima Road.

• Hiroshima
• Ehime
• Famous Places

Itsukushima Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine stands on the island of Itsukushima, which is also known as the island of gods. It is said that the shrine was founded in 593 by Saeki no Kuramoto, and the 3 goddess “Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto,” “Tagorihime-no-Mikoto,” and “Tagitsuhime-no-Mikoto” are enshrined there. Famous for granting a wide list of benefits, these three goddesses as are worshipped as the goddesses of the sea, transportation, fortune, and art.

• Hiroshima
• Shrines & Temples

Tanukikoji Shopping Street

Tanuki Koji Shopping Street, with over 145 years of history is one of Hokkaido’s oldest shopping streets. It’s located in the center of Sapporo, stretching 900 meters from east to west with some 200 different shops. It has an arcade-style covered roofing, meaning you can enjoy shopping, dining, or an easy stroll no matter what the weather.

• Sapporo
• Shopping Streets

Lake Kawaguchi (Kawaguchi-ko)

Lake Kawaguchi is known as one of the five Fuji lakes and is a popular spot because of its spectacular view of Mt. Fuji. The lakeside is filled with cherry blossoms in the spring, purple lavender in early summer, and autumn leaves in the fall, making each season a different and beautiful sight. Lake Kawaguchi is also known for having the only "island" and "bridge" in the Fuji Five Lakes.

• Yamanashi
• Nature Spots

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

“Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium” is a popular tourist spot, located in Okinawa’s Kaiyohaku Park. If you take the building’s escalator down from the 4th floor to the 3rd, you’ll find yourself at the entrance to the aquarium. The aquarium is designed as a “deep dive” into the ocean as you go down to the 2nd and 1st floors, so as you descend, a magnificent world filled with mysterious Okinawan ocean creatures unfolds before you!

• Yanbaru, Nago, Motobu
• Zoos & Aquariums

Teuchi Suisha Kisoba

Founded in 1861. This long-standing soba restaurant near Tendo Park has been serving for over 160 years. Out front stands a large waterwheel, still used today in the traditional way to turn the millstone and grind buckwheat. The soba, made with 100% whole-ground pure buckwheat flour, is outstanding. Enjoy its rich flavor, aroma, and smooth finish.

• Yamagata
• Japanese Cuisine

Shirakawa-go (Historic Village)

Shirakawa-go, a beautiful area where traditional Japanese scenery still exists, is home to the largest number of still-standing traditional “gassho-zukuri” Japanese homes. As of 2016, there are around 100 buildings still standing, both large and small. It is the largest remaining historic settlement in Japan, and it is preserved as a Group of Traditional Buildings in the register of Cultural Properties of Japan.

• Gifu
• Famous Places

Monkey D. Luffy Statue

With over 500 million copies in circulation worldwide as of 2020, ONE PIECE has become one of Japan’s most iconic manga series.

• Kumamoto
• Tourist Attractions