Chubu
The region of Chubu is composed of the prefectures of Gifu, Nagano, Aichi, Shizuoka, Ishiakwa.
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Nakasendo Trail | Unspoiled nature and beautiful countryside
If you are planning to walk a part of the Nakasendo trail to see the pretty old post towns and natural beauty in between, this travel guide will be of use for you.
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Tsumago Post Town | Elegant and beautiful streets with a sense of old Japan
Tsumago is one of the most popular old post towns to visit on the Nakasendo Trail because it is so well-preserved. Learn more about its history and what you can see there today.
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Yudanaka, Nagano | Beautiful hot spring resort with a long history that even monkeys visit
Yudanaka, rich in natural hot springs, is located deep in the mountains of the Yamanouchi area in Nagano. Some 200 monkeys live in this area. Watching them bathe just like humans do is fun!
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Fujisan World Heritage Center | Let’s learn more about Mt Fuji!
The Fujisan World Heritage Center wants to educate people on the geography and history of the popular mountain. Find out what to expect from a visit!
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Eiheiji Temple, Fukui | Beautiful natural environment and practicing monks
Eiheiji, ‘The Temple of Eternal Peace’, is one of the two most important temples of the Soto Zen School. It is located deep in the mountains near the northwest coast of Japan, not far from the city of Fukui.
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Yatsugatake, Nagano | Beautiful mountain scenery
Yatsugatake is a mountain range in central Japan where you can enjoy trekking, skiing, and mountain biking. Learn more about this natural paradise in Nagano!
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Ise Jingu Shrine, Mie | The origin and pinnacle of Japanese shrines
Ise Jingu in Mie prefecture is listed as the most important Shinto shrine in Japan. What’s the history of this shrine, and which rituals are carried out here?
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Nomura Samurai Home, Kanazawa | Would you like to take a peek into the life of the Samurai?
In Kanazawa, you can find the old home of the samurai Nomura clan. The building is almost intact and is a good example of how the samurai warriors who protected the city lived at that time.
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Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa | Beautiful landscape garden of the Edo period
Kenrokuen Garden is listed as one of the three most beautiful gardens in all of Japan and is undoubtedly the symbol of Kanazawa Prefecture. It was specifically designed for walking.
