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  Daisetsuzan National Park

  Posted in: Hokkaido, Center of Hokkaido

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  Daisetsuzan National Park is the largest park in Japan, this mountain range includes Mount Asahidake which is the highest mountain in Hokkaido.

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  Kintai Bridge

  Posted in: Chugoku, Yamaguchi

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  Kintai Bridge is one of Japan’s leading wooden bridges, renowned as one of the three most famous bridges in Japan. It is located in Iwakuni of Iwakuni City in Yamaguchi Prefecture, and has been designated as a place with scenic beauty by the Japanese government. The illuminated bridge at night, which can be viewed every year from August, is very popular.

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  Sandankyo Gorge

  Posted in: Chugoku, Hiroshima

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  The spectacular clear streams and greenery of the massive Sandankyo Gorge stretch for around 16km from the entrance of the gorge to the Hijiri Lake. It is designated as the special scenic spot of the country, you can enjoy the fantastic appearance of fireflies flying in summer and autumn leaves in autumn.

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  Hakodate Prefecture

  Posted in: Hokkaido, Southern Hokkaido

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  Hakodate is a city and a port located in Oshima, Hokkaidō, Japan. Hakodate was the first Japanese city to open its doors to foreigners since 1854, and was once the most important port in northern Japan. In addition, the city was once the largest city in Hokkaido before the Great Hakodate City fire in 1934.

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  Hirosaki Park

  Posted in: Tohoku, Aomori

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  Hirosaki Park is located in the center of Hirosaki City with a total area of about 490,000 square meters. The site was originally Hirosaki Castle which was the castle of the Tsugaru Clan who reigned the Hirosaki Domain of 100,000 koku (unit of area) during feudal era. In spring, there is Japan’s most famous Cherry Blossom Festival, in autumn is Autumn Festival where the white walls of the moat and the castle decorated with autumn foliage, and in winter, a Snow Lantern Festival with huge snow...

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  Oirase Gorge

  Posted in: Tohoku, Aomori

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  Oirase Gorge is located in Towada-Hachimantai National Park in Towada City, Aomori Prefecture, that streches from Lake Towada. With numerous waterfalls, including Choshi Otaki Waterfall, and surrounded by green scenery on riverside makes it a must be seen. In total length 14 km, Oirase Gorge has many variations scenes rock formations and beautiful scenery in every season that make it looks like a painting. How about walking along the gorge to refresh your body and soul?

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  Asahiyama Zoo

  Posted in: Hokkaido, Center of Hokkaido

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  Asahiyama Zoo, located in Asahikawa City, Hokkaido, is a popular sightseeing spot and surrounded by many interesting places. At the closest, there is Asahiyama Yuki-no-Mura, where you can enjoy Hokkaido specialty foods such as ramen and “Genghis Kan” mutton hotpot. At Asahiyama Zoo, you can see penguins, seals, polar bears, hippos, and other animals, and observe their natural behavior in the exhibits.

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  Moegi-no-Mura Village

  Posted in: Kanto, Yamanashi

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  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...

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  Snow Peak Okuhita Campground

  Posted in: Kyushu, Oita

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  The highland's fresh air and gorgeous starry sky are the perks of staying at this campground located at an elevation of 950 meters. From sectioned sites complete with water and electricity to a hilltop site with an expansive view, or a reasonably priced un-sectioned site, Snow Peak offers great camping experiences for novices and veterans alike.

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  Chausuyama Plateau

  Posted in: Chubu, Aichi

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  The Chausuyama Plateau is located in the Chausuyama area in Toyone Village, Kitashitara District, Aichi Prefecture. The plateau is home to Aichi Prefecture’s only skiing area, and it attracts many visitors for skiing in winter. This isn’t the only season to visit the plateau, though - it offers attractions to enjoy all year round, such as the sight of the ground covered with shibazakura flowers (moss pink) in spring, outdoor activities such as camping and hiking in summer, and autumn foliage...

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  Ryujin Suspension Bridge

  Posted in: Kanto, Ibaraki

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  One of the longest pedestrian bridges in Japan, Ryujin Suspension Bridge is a V-shaped, 375-meter-long suspension bridge that stretches over the beautiful Ryujin Lake in the Okukuji Prefectural Natural Park in Ibaraki Prefecture. While you may cringe at the terrifying height of 100 meters from the ground, the view from the bridge is super, including the mountain ranges of Yamizo and Abukuma in the distance and the village of Suifu below. Especially thrilling is looking down at the Ryujin Dam...

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  Yonago Castle Ruins

  Posted in: Chugoku, Tottori

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  Yonago Castle was built on top of the 90-meter high Minatoyama in central Yonago City, and is sometimes called "Kume Castle". From the ruins, you can look out over West Hoki. The view from the castle mound is loved by the local populace.

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