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  Cape Erimo

  Posted in: Hokkaido, Center of Hokkaido

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  Cape Erimo feels like a land forgotten in time. With dramatic ocean views, mystical mists and gusty winds, you'll find yourself entering another world as you drive down this secluded headland.

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  Yubara Onsen Hakkei

  Posted in: Chugoku, Okayama

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  Yubara Onsen Hakkei is situated in the Toyosaka district of Maniwa City in Okayama Prefecture. Yubara is one of the three major hot spring towns in Okayama, which are collectively known as the "Mimasaka-Santo," and its outdoor public bath, named Sunayu, is particularly famous, with the source bubbling up from directly below the bath. Hakkei is a heartwarming inn offering meals that will satisfy people of all ages and rooms that are tastefully decorated. It is the perfect choice for...

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  Yokohama Chinatown

  Posted in: Kanto, Kanagawa

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  Yokohama Chinatown is Japan's largest Chinatown, packed with Chinese restaurants, souvenir shops and variety goods shops within the 500 meters by 500 meters area. Numerous people visit this town of food and culture seeking the authentic Chinese tastes and exotic atmosphere. In addition to great food, it is also fun to stroll around and look for various Chinese goods.

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  Tottori Sand Dunes

  Posted in: Chugoku, Tottori

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  Slide down sand dunes, enjoy gorgeous coastal landscapes and relax by the beach. Welcome to the San'in Kaigan UNESCO Global Geopark.

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  Uradome Coast

  Posted in: Chugoku, Tottori

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  Ragged scenery of bluffs, cliffs, caves, and rocks formed from erosion by the raging waves and snowstorms of the Sea of Japan create a stunning contrast with the serene beach of white sand and green pines surrounded by a cape and crystal-clear seawater. The area became a member of the Global Geoparks Network in 2010, gaining high recognition for its academic values as well.

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  Akasawa Natural Recreational Forest

  Posted in: Chubu, Nagano

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  The Akasawa Natural Recreational Forest, which is considered one of the three most beautiful forests in Japan, is home to gorgeous natural Kiso Hinoki (Japanese cypress trees) of over 300 years old. In the mid-1600s, the forest was placed under a strict protection policy set by the Owari Domain, which is said to have led to the current forest. Today, walking trails have been paved, allowing you to enjoy a soothing forest bathing experience while strolling.

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  Shrines and Temples in Nikko

  Posted in: Kanto, Tochigi

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  There are three representative holy places (two shrines and a temple) in Nikko: Nikko Toshogu Shrine, Nikko Futarasan Shrine, and Rinno-ji Temple. There is the architecture of great historical value, such as national treasures and important cultural properties at Nikko Toshogu Shrine, which enshrines Shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa, and Rinno-ji Temple, which features the grave of the third Shogun Iemitsu Tokugawa. Visitors must see the gorgeous sculptures including Nemuri-neko (sleeping cat) and the...

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  Festivals in Hokkaido

  Posted in: Hokkaido

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  Saporro Snow Festival in February: The Snow and Ice Festival is held in early February every year at Odori Park and many other locations. There are snow and ice statues on display. This is one of the biggest events in Hokkaido, where about 2 million people come from all over Japan and abroad.

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  Nosappu cape

  Posted in: Hokkaido, Eastern Hokkaido

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  Cape Nosappu is located at the eastern entrance of Hokkaido, where the waters of the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Okhotsk meet.

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  Ashikaga Flower Park

  Posted in: Kanto, Tochigi

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  At the Ashikaga Flower Park in Ashikaga city, Tochigi Prefecture, is famous for the light up of Japanese wisteria flowers, and the "Garden of light flowers", which was selected one of Japan’s best three illuminations. The night light up in a fantastic atmosphere is really amazing. Especially in the garden filled with flowers that bloom in all seasons, the "Miraculous Wisteria" that has seen over 150 springs is reminiscent of the "soul tree" in James Cameron's "Avatar" and was chosen by CNN as...

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  Tatsunoshima Beach

  Posted in: Kyushu, Nagasaki

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  Iki Island, a part of Nagasaki Prefecture, is a picturesque and historic remote island floating in the Genkai-nada Sea of the Kyushu region. Surrounded by beautiful clear waters, there are many excellent beaches including Tatsunoshima, an uninhabited island selected as one of Japan's best 100 swimming beaches. The crystal clear, emerald beach with a stretch of shallow waters is one of the most beautiful in Iki. Take the island tour cruise to observe the dynamic natural landscape, including...

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  Wakayama Ramen

  Posted in: Wakayama, Kansai

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  In Wakayama, ramen noodles have been endearingly referred to as chuka soba, or Chinese noodles. The pork broth soy sauce soup is categorized into two types: the lighter, soy sauce-based soup and the richer, pork broth-based soup. The noodles are soft, thin and straight. On the table are the staple side menus hayanare-zushi, or salted mackerel sushi, and boiled eggs, which customers tell how much they ate upon payment in the unique Wakayama Ramen style.

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