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  Shirataki Carp Cuisine

  Posted in: Kyushu, Saga

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  The carps in Ogi’s local specialty dish are exposed to the clear stream of the Kiyomizu River, which was selected as one of Japan’s 100 Remarkable Waters, for about a month without feeding. Doing so removes its distinctive smell and the flesh becomes firm with tasty fat in the winter.

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  Lake Akan

  Posted in: Hokkaido, Eastern Hokkaido

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  In October 4, 2017, the national park that encompassed Lake Akan was renamed as the Akan-Mashu National Park. Lake Akan is surrounded by three majestic peaks: Mt. Meakan (pronounced "may-ah-con"), Mt. Oakan ("oh-ah-con"), and Mt. Akan Fuji. There is also the smaller, gem-like Lake Onneto located to the southwest. Depending on the weather conditions and vantage point, the surface of Lake Onneto can take on a myriad of colors and many lovingly refer to it as the Goshikinuma (literally, "5 color...

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  Takaoka Mikurumayama Museum

  Posted in: Chubu, Toyama

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  Takaoka Mikurumayama Museum opened at Yamachosuji in April 2015. Throughout the year, the museum houses exhibitions about the Takaoka Mikurumayama Festival (UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage) held on May 1 every year. Come and get a look at the majestic Mikurumayama floats decorated by superb craftsmanship such metalwork, lacquering, and dyeing that brings together the abundant spirit and wealth of the people of the town.

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  Tea Museum in Yame

  Posted in: Kyushu, Fukuoka

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  Green tea is deeply rooted in the lives of Yame City, its culture, history, and tradition. At the Tea Museum located in Hoshino village in the area known as Okuyame, you can enjoy the traditional Hon-Gyokuro green tea “Shizuku tea,” an original tea from the region. Other tea products such as Gyokuro, tea noodles, tea leaf rice, matcha ice cream, rice-cake stuffed with bean jam and steamed sweet buns are also available. Enjoy the rich and mild flavors of the tea that Hoshino village has to offer.

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  Lake Towada

  Posted in: Tohoku, Aomori

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  Lake Towada, where Oirase Gorge starts, is mostly surrounded by cliffs. Virgin forests grow in the surrounding area and the calm mirror-like surface of the lake shines in a deep blue color.

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  Tsunoshima Bridge

  Posted in: Chugoku, Yamaguchi

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  Tsunoshima Bridge was opened in the year 2000, and it is Japan’s longest (1780m) bridge to an isolated island that you can cross for free, as it is a non-toll road.

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  Mount Rokko

  Posted in: Hyogo, Kansai

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  Mount Rokko extends from the western to the northern parts of the urban area of Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture. Commonly, Mount Rokko refers to the entire Rokko Mountain Range, which includes various sized mountains spanning not only Kobe but also the surrounding cities of Ashiya, Nishinomiya and Takarazuka. At the mountaintop, there are many relaxing sightseeing spots such as a pasture farm and an ancient temple with a wonderful view. The night view from Mount Maya is famous as one of the three best...

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  Myotsu-ji Temple

  Posted in: Chubu, Fukui

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  Myotsu-ji is a temple with a very long history, which is said to have been built by general and shogun Tamuramaro Sakanoue in 806. Set deep in an ancient forest, the time-weathered main building and the three-storied pagoda, both designated a national treasure, are truly awe-inspiring. In addition, the temple enshrines some Buddha statues that are registered as important cultural properties.

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  Hiketa Townscape

  Posted in: Shikoku, Kagawa

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  The ancient city of Hiketa is a district that prospered as a port city since the middle Ages, sacred temples, shrines, and traditional “townhouses” were made and still remains even today.

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  Miho-no-Matsubara Pine Grove

  Posted in: Chubu, Shizuoka

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  Miho-no-Matsubara, known for its ties to the legend of Hagoromo, is located in Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture. A pine known as Hagoromo-no-Matsu is famous for being the site of the legend. Miho-no-Matsubara was designated a World Cultural Heritage site along with Mount Fuji’s designation in June 2013.

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  Motonosumi Inari Shrine

  Posted in: Chugoku, Yamaguchi

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  In 1955, a white fox appeared by the bedside of Hitoshi Okamura, a local fishing business owner. The fox asked, "Who do you think you have to thank for having come this far with fishing?" After he explained his past, the fox said, “You must hold a ceremony on this land to appease me" This prompted Okamura to build Motonosumi Inari Shrine.

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  Shimokita Peninsula

  Posted in: Tohoku, Aomori

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  Shimokita Peninsula in Aomori Prefecture is the northernmost point of Japan's Honshu main island. It faces the Tsugaru Strait where warm and cold currents meet and is surrounded by the sea on all sides, making it a treasure trove of fresh seafood.

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