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Takachiho is a town that is located on a mountain in the northern part of Miyazaki Prefecture, Kyushu. The Takachiho…
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The Juniko (12 Lakes) in Aomori are a place of scenic beauty in the middle of a forest area in…
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Sakaiminato is a small fishing town in Tottori Prefecture, but it attracts a lot of visitors from all over Japan.…
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The remote Oki Islands are located in Shimane Prefecture, 50 km north from the mainland. Tourists like to go here…
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Yanesen in Tokyo is a great destination for travelers who are looking for a peaceful, local area with a traditional…
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Yame is a small town near Fukuoka in Kyushu that is famous for its high-quality tea. Tea from Yame is…
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In the Kurobe Gorge in Toyama, you can enjoy breathtaking views from the Kurobe Gorge Railway train. See what there…