The region of Chubu is composed of the prefectures of Gifu, Nagano, Aichi, Shizuoka, Ishiakwa.
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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Routeー Cross Japan’s Roof in One Epic Day
How to best enjoy one of Japan’s most beautiful natural areas, the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route? Follow this itinerary to see the autumn foliage and high snow walls in Toyama.
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Zenkoji Temple
What is Zenkoji Temple? Zenkoji Temple is one of Japan’s most welcoming and inclusive Buddhist temples—famous for accepting all visitors regardless of religious affiliation. Located in the heart of Nagano City, this ancient temple has stood for over 1,400 years and continues to attract pilgrims, history lovers, and spiritual seekers…
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Shibu Onsen
What is Shibu Onsen? Tucked away in the Nagano mountains near Yudanaka, Shibu Onsen (渋温泉) is a charming and historic hot spring town known for its cobblestone streets, traditional ryokan inns, and nostalgic atmosphere. With over 1,300 years of history, this small onsen village continues to offer an authentic glimpse…
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Jigokudani Monkey Park
What is Jigokudani Monkey Park? Jigokudani Monkey Park, located in the mountains of Nagano Prefecture, is one of the most unique wildlife spots in Japan—and in the world. The park is famous for its wild Japanese macaques (commonly known as snow monkeys) that bathe in natural hot springs during the…
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Nagoya Castle Travel Guide
What is Nagoya Castle? Nagoya Castle is one of Japan’s most iconic castles, located in the heart of Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. Originally built in 1612 by Tokugawa Ieyasu—the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate—it served as a strategic stronghold to secure control over central Japan. The castle became the seat…
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The Perfect Shirakawa-go Travel Guide – Gassho Houses & Winter Magic
Tucked away in the mountains of Gifu Prefecture, Shirakawa-go is one of Japan’s most iconic rural destinations. Famous for its gassho-zukuri farmhouses—steep thatched roofs designed to shed heavy snow—it’s a place where time slows down and tradition lives on.The village is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and draws…
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The Perfect Takayama Travel Guide 2026 – Old Streets & Hida Beef
Tucked away in the mountains of Gifu Prefecture, Takayama is one of Japan’s best-preserved traditional towns. Known for its historic wooden architecture, morning markets, and regional cuisine like Hida beef, Takayama offers a peaceful yet immersive cultural escape. Strolling through the streets of Sanmachi Suji, you’ll find Edo-period homes, sake…
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Ghibli Park Nagoya | Experience a Spiritual and Fantastic World
Next to the extremely popular Ghibli Museum in Mitaka, Tokyo a new pilgrimage destination for fans of the dreamy Studio Ghibli franchise has been opened in November 2022. The Ghibli Park is even larger and you can truly disappear in a wondrous different world