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  Unazuki Onsen

  Posted in: Chubu, Toyama

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  One of the prefecture's largest hot spring resorts, Unazuki Onsen opened along with the development of hydropower facilities on the Kurobe River, where Unazuki's hot spring has its source at the Kuronagi spring. The resort is located at the entryway to Kurobe Gorge, one of the deepest V-shaped valleys in Japan, and is also the starting point of the torokko train with a fantastic view of the gorge along its route.

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  Wanko Soba Azumaya

  Posted in: Tohoku, Iwate

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  “Wanko” in Wanko Soba is a dialect of Iwate Prefecture that means a wooden bowl. It is said that wanko originated from the fact that it served in small bowls in small amounts each time to serve a large amount of boiled in Morioka and Hanamaki, where there are a tradition of hospitality with soba. Visitors compete for the number of bowls with a server’s chants "Jan Jan, Don Don," while serving.

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  Kinosaki Onsen

  Posted in: Hyogo, Kansai

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  Located in the northern part of Hyogo Prefecture, Kinosaki Onsen is one of the leading hot spring resorts in the Kansai region with a history of 1,400 years. Visitors can dress in traditional yukata (cotton kimono) and hop around various spas while strolling around the picturesque town that extends along a river. Baths in Japanese-style inns are called uchiyu (inner baths), and public baths without accommodation are called sotoyu (outer baths). Kinosaki Onsen is famous for its seven sotoyu...

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  Kencho Promenade

  Posted in: Kyushu, Kumamoto

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  The promenade that leads to the entrance of the Kumamoto Prefectural Office is lined with 54 Ginkgo biloba trees, which are at their most beautiful around mid-November.

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  Yachimun-no-Sato

  Posted in: Okinawa

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  Yachimun is the traditional earthenware of Okinawa, characterized by its thick texture and unique, rustic painting. Over 70 pottery workshops can be found in Yomitan Village in the central part of Okinawa main island. Located in the mountains of the village is Yachimun-no-Sato, where 19 workshops are gathered. Take your time in perusing each workshop to find your favorite piece of pottery.

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  Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine

  Posted in: Chugoku, Shimane

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  Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine is one of the cultural and historical sights that reminds us of ancient Izumo. Here you can experience the myths of San'in. Strolling around its grand structure you will be able to refresh your body and soul.

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  Shorinzan Daruma-ji Temple

  Posted in: Kanto, Gunma

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  Founded in 1697, Shorinzan Daruma-ji Temple is the home of Takasaki Daruma dolls, traditional round dolls used to make wishes in Japan. On the temple premises, you can find stacks of Daruma dolls that have been brought there, as they have fulfilled their duties. Experience making your very own Daruma by drawing in the eyebrows and mustache with a paint brush.

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  Unzen Hell

  Posted in: Kyushu, Nagasaki

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  The main attraction of Unzen-shi, Nagasaki, is Unzen Hell. Feel the power of the volcano by experiencing the steaming foot bath or by trying Onsen Eggs, Onsen Lemonade, and more.

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  Shimanami Kaido

  Posted in: Shikoku, Ehime

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  The Shimanami Kaido, which connects Imabari in Ehime to Hiroshima, is a popular tourist spot for cycling. You can also feed your soul with history and nature at Kirosantenbo Park and Oyamazumi Shrine, and enjoy local delicacies such as Imabari Yakibuta Tamago Meshi (grilled pork and egg over rice).

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  Tojinbo

  Posted in: Chubu, Fukui

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  Taking a tour boat is recommend to see Tojinbo in Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture. You can look up at the cliffs near the Lion Rock or the Candle Rock from sea level. Looking down from 25 meters above the sea-level and you will have one of the most splendid views in Fukui. The cliff wall has been honored since ancient times. It's said that there are only three places in the world, including Tojinbo, with rare geology such as unusually-shaped rocks stretched out about 1km along the coast and...

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  Yanagawa River Cruising

  Posted in: Kyushu, Fukuoka

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  Located in the southern part of Fukuoka, Yanagawa is a castle town boasting over 400 years of history. When the castle was built, water-filled moats were also constructed throughout the town to protect the castle, which gave rise to Yanagawa’s reputation as the city of water. Today, it offers a leisurely tour that cruises down a 4-kilometer-long stretch of these moats that lasts about an hour.

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  Tsushima

  Posted in: Kyushu, Nagasaki

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  A popular tourist destination where an observation deck offers a bird's eye view of Aso Bay and a typical ria coast. Tsushima, the border island facing South Korea, has many places for you to enjoy the majestic nature, including a bird's eye view of Aso Bay from Eboshi-dake.

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