Popular posts

• 

  The Circular Rishiri Island

  Posted in: Hokkaido, Dohoku

  741 Views

  Rishiri Island is located to the west of Wakkanai, Japan's northernmost point, and across the Rishiri Strait from the Sarobetsu Plain. It is a circular island about 20 km off the coast of Hokkaido that has a circumference of 63 km. The symbol of the island is Mt. Rishiri (1,721 m), a beautiful cone-shaped peak which is also referred to as "Rishirifuji."

  Read more
• 

  LAVENDER PARADISE - HOKKAIDO TOUR

  Posted in: Hokkaido, Travel tour attraction, Tour Tokyo, Domestic tour

  738 Views

  3-DAY 2-NIGHT PACKAGE - Visit the giant Buddha statue amidst the lavender fields. - Explore Sapporo - the Northern Paradise of Hokkaido, Japan. - Admire the famous Blue Pond with its unique turquoise water in Biei. - Enjoy the beauty of Hokkaido lavender fields at the Tomita Farm. - Take a stroll along the Wave Road. - Visit the charming Ningle Terrace art village.

  Read more
• 

  Kaho Theater

  Posted in: Kyushu, Fukuoka

  737 Views

  Kaho Theater is a small playhouse that opened in 1922 in Iizuka, Fukuoka Prefecture, which once flourished as a coal mining town that supported Japan’s modernization. Performers including actors, singers, and rakugo comedic storytellers have entertained a great number of audiences on the wooden stage that was modeled on the architectural style of kabuki theaters of the Edo Period (1603-1868).

  Read more
• 

  Shiretoko Cruise

  Posted in: Hokkaido, Eastern Hokkaido

  730 Views

  If visiting Shiretoko, don't miss the "Shiretoko Peninsula Utoro Cruise: Brown Bear Course." The cruise departs from Utoro Port, and reservations can be made at Gojiraiwa Sightseeing located in Shari Town in the district of Shari in Hokkaido Prefecture. You will be able to spot the wild brown bears of Shiretoko from Rusha Bay. Enjoy a cruise to see the natural wonders of Shiretoko and the wild bears that inhabit this area.

  Read more
• 

  Sounkyo Gorge

  Posted in: Hokkaido, Center of Hokkaido

  728 Views

  Part of Daisetsuzan National Park , the Sounkyo area consists of many gorges surrounded by 100 m high cliffs. The area is especially beautiful in the fall, and hiking tours are available almost throughout the year.

  Read more
• 

  "Implementing regulations for serving passengers and handling connecting baggage on international and domestic flights."

  Posted in: Flight news

  719 Views

  Bamboo specifies detailed procedures for connecting flights.

  Read more
• 

  Sumata Gorge

  Posted in: Chubu, Shizuoka

  719 Views

  Hidden deep in the mountains of Shizuoka Prefecture, Sumata Gorge is a large valley around the Sumata River, a tributary flowing into the grand Oi River. One after another natural beauty delights visitors as they stroll on the walking pathway or cross the "Dream Suspension Bridge" above a stunning emerald green lake. The area offers various attractions including hiking, hot springs and nostalgic steam locomotives on the Oigawa Railway.

  Read more
• 

  Eiheiji Hakujukan, an inn close to Zen

  Posted in: Chubu, Fukui

  719 Views

  An inn close to Zen, Eiheiji Hakujukan falls somewhere in between a traditional Japanese inn and a shukubo temple lodging, offering convenient facilities and services while introducing you to the world of Zen with authentic Buddhist vegetarian cuisine and sitting meditation experience. The inn's Zen concierges, trained at the Soto Zen sect's head temple Daihonzan Eiheiji Temple, will assist your journey to the world of Zen both at the Zen monastery and within Hakujukan.

  Read more
• 

  Fushimi Inari Taisha

  Posted in: Kyoto, Kansai

  713 Views

  Fushimi Inari Taisha is found in Fukakusa, Fushimi Ward in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. It is a highly popular shrine in Kyoto with a long history. The shrine is also open at night, allowing you to visit at any hour of the day. The shrine features thousands of torii gates, fox statues placed in various locations, an awe-inspiring main shrine building, and other highlights. Many people visit this shrine to pray for divine favors and acquire an amulet or other charms.

  Read more
• 

  Tomioka Silk Mill

  Posted in: Kanto, Gunma

  713 Views

  Located in Gunma Prefecture, Tomioka Silk Mill was established by the Japanese government in 1872 as a model factory equipped with Western silk-reeling machines aimed at advancing Japan's modernization. Its success in high-volume production of quality raw silk contributed greatly to the popularization of silk throughout the world. Today, much of the main facilities from its founding are still preserved in good condition. Highly acclaimed for its historical value, the mill was registered as a...

  Read more
• 

  Moegi-no-Mura Village

  Posted in: Kanto, Yamanashi

  711 Views

  For anyone looking for a relaxing time in the great outdoors, the perfect place is Moegi-no-Mura Village in Kiyosato Plateau, expanding at the southern foothills of the picturesque Yatsugatake Mountains. In the village are a hotel with an authentic bar, restaurants serving all types of specialties such as curry and craft beer, as well as shops offering handmade goods and workshops. In addition, the village is famous for the ballet performance in the beautiful natural environment in the...

  Read more
• 

  Juwari Soba Etsu Bungotakada Soba Noodles Shop

  Posted in: Kyushu, Oita

  706 Views

  Bungotakada, located on the western side of the Kunisaki Peninsula, is known for its delicious Bungotakada soba noodles. A unique feature of this local specialty is that the season for newly harvested soba (buckwheat) comes twice a year. In particular, the crop acreage of Harusoba, the soba planted in the spring, is the largest in the country. This is a staple dish you should definitely try when visiting Bungotakada.

  Read more