Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Lake Saroma is a brackish lake located in the Okhotsk region of Hokkaido, centered around Saroma Town, and is one of the largest in Hokkaido. It features a sandbar and lagoon topography that connects it to the sea, and a rich ecosystem where seawater and freshwater mix. It is a popular fishing spot (scallops)...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Tado Taisha Shrine is an ancient shrine located in Tado, Kuwana City, Mie Prefecture, and has long been revered as the central shrine of the region. The grounds are quiet and densely wooded, and the approach, stone steps, and ancient shrine buildings create a calming atmosphere. Particularly famous is the annual...

Nagasaki Lantern Festival (Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Nagasaki Lantern Festival is a major winter event held in various locations around the city, primarily in Nagasaki's Shinchi Chinatown, and is known as an event celebrating the Chinese New Year (Spring Festival). Since the 1990s, it has been a full-fledged citizen event...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Oga Aquarium GAO is a community-based aquarium located along the Sea of Japan on the Oga Peninsula in Akita Prefecture. The aquarium's exhibits are centered around Oga's rich coastal waters, and it is known for its focus on marine life found locally. It also promotes education, conservation, and tourism.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Hiyoshi Taisha Shrine is an ancient shrine located in Sakamoto, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, at the foot of Mount Hiei. Since ancient times, it has been worshipped as the guardian shrine of Mount Hiei (Enryaku-ji Temple), and enshrines the mountain god "Oyamakui-no-kami" as its main deity. It is one of the "..." shrines across the country.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Heavens Sonohara is a highland leisure facility located in Achi Village, Shimoina District, Nagano Prefecture. Visitors can take a ropeway to the summit to enjoy the "heavenly paradise" view, night tours (stargazing), and skiing and snow activities in winter. Achi Village is...

Ako Misaki (Ako City, Hyogo Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Ako Misaki is a cape and coastal area facing the Seto Inland Sea in Ako City, Hyogo Prefecture. It is a place where the history of Ako Castle and the Ako Domain are intertwined with the ocean scenery, and it is known as an excellent vantage point overlooking the tranquil Seto Inland Sea islands...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Shonandai is a low-altitude hilly area in Hiratsuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is a scenic spot on the outskirts of the city, with observation decks and walking trails. Its appeal lies in its nearly 360-degree views of Sagami Bay, Enoshima, and even Mount Fuji in the distance. It is also a popular spot for sunsets, night views, and spring cherry blossoms and rape blossoms.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Ryugu Sea Cave is a circular cavern located in Toji, Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, formed by the collapse of a sea cave and its ceiling. Long-standing erosion by the sea formed a tunnel-like cave, and part of the ceiling collapsed, creating a large circular "...".

Lake Sagami Resort Pleasure Forest (Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture) — Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Lake Sagami Resort Pleasure Forest (commonly known as Pleasure Forest) is a leisure facility surrounded by nature near Lake Sagami. It has served as a regional tourist hub for many years...