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Nikko Edo Wonderland | Time travel to the Edo period!

In the prefecture of Tochigi, there is a place where time travel becomes possible ... Come and enjoy samurai, oiran,…

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Nikko Toshogu Shrine | Wonderful national treasures and gorgeous sculptures

The Toshogu is Nikko's most famous landmark. The impressive shrine is the mausoleum of the first Tokugawa shogun, and one…

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Kawagoe Traditional Village in Saitama | Rich history and culture

In the prefecture of Saitama, there is an intact village that has remained of the Edo Period. The town is…

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Yokohama | Beautiful historical buildings and the world’s largest Chinatown

Many tourists skip Yokohama in favor of its more famous neighbors Kamakura and Hakone. But if you have time, we'd…

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Hasedera Temple | The Western Paradise of Kamakura

The Hasedera temple in Kamakura has one of the most beautiful temple precincts in the area. There are many things…

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Kotokuin Temple | Unique beauty unchanged since the Kamakura period

Kamakura's symbol is the big Buddha that's located in the Kotokuin temple. It is not only a beautiful sight, you…

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Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine | Stunning bright colors and decorations

In the very middle of Kamakura sits its most important shrine, the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu shrine. This is the shrine of…

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Kamakura | A town surrounded by historical shrines and temples and beautiful nature

Kamakura is only a one-hour train ride south of Tokyo, and offers plenty of interesting sights in a small area.…

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Odawara | Various food cultures and beautiful nature can be enjoyed

If you like Japanese castles and history, you should try to make a stop in Odawara, a city that is…

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Hakone | A vast natural environment developed by Hakone Volcano

Famous for hot springs, outdoor activities, natural beauty, and the view of nearby Mt Fuji, Hakone is a popular destination…

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Naha | An enjoyable trip to Okinawa starts here!

Naha is usually the first place tourists see in Okinawa after touching down in the archipelago. It's a great place…

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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…

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Matsumoto, Nagano | Remnants of an elegant castle town and magnificent nature

Matsumoto is centrally located in Nagano and is surrounded by the Japan Alps mountains. The city is especially famous for…

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Kanazawa, Ishikawa | Unique Japanese traditions such as tea ceremony, Noh drama, gold leaf, etc

Kanazawa is the city of gold, but that's not all this historical town has to offer. History buffs will love…

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Magome Post Town | Nostalgic old streets from the Edo period

Magome was a post town on the Nakasendo Route, which is one of the five routes that connected Edo with…

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Shirakawago | Beautiful scenery of magnificent nature and gassho-zukuri villages

Declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1995, Shirakawago is best known for its traditional farmhouses in the thatched-roof style…

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Takayama | Japan’s largest and most gorgeous festivals and Wonderful Shrines

is a town of old wooden houses standing side-by-side, highlighted by projecting lattice and eaves of uniform height, and it…

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Shimoda, Shizuoka | Beautiful subtropical beaches

You don't need to go all the way to Okinawa if you want to go to a white sandy beach…

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Hiroshima Castle | Tells the History of an A-bombed Town

While Hiroshima Castle isn't the original castle, it is still worth a visit because of the interesting museum and beautiful…

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Miyajima | Severe yet Beautiful Wilderness

Near Hiroshima, you can find the famous floating torii gate in Miyajima. Just this vision makes it worth a trip,…

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