Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Yubara Onsen is a hot spring resort located in the Yubara region of Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture. A therapeutic hot spring resort beloved by locals since ancient times, the hot spring town is made up of renowned inns and public baths that have been in operation for generations. Its greatest feature is the famous mixed-gender open-air bath, "Sand Bath," located by the river...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Azabu-Juban is an area in Tokyo's Minato Ward that blends traditional downtown areas with trendy restaurants. It developed as a commercial and residential area from the Edo period, and postwar redevelopment and an influx of foreign residents have added an international flavor to the area. The long-established shopping street (Juban Shopping Street)...

Nasu Yumoto Onsen (Nasu Town, Nasu District, Tochigi Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Nasu Yumoto Onsen is a historic hot spring resort located at the gateway to the Nasu Highlands. The hot spring town, which stretches out at the foot of Mount Chausu, has long been a popular base for mountain worship and hot spring therapy. Surrounded by nature, the hot springs are beautifully landscaped throughout the four seasons...

Overview (History, Features, and Appeal) The Okayama Prefectural Museum of Art is a comprehensive prefectural art facility located in the center of Okayama City, close to Okayama Korakuen Garden and Okayama Castle. Its purpose is to promote art and culture both within and outside the prefecture, and to preserve and display its collection. Its permanent collection, regular planned and special exhibitions showcase a wide range of eras and genres...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Lake Aoki is a beautiful lake located in Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture. Surrounded by the Northern Alps, the lake's crystal clear emerald blue waters are captivating, revealing different faces throughout the seasons. The surrounding area was once a fishing and agricultural area...

Twin Ring Motegi (Motegi Town, Tochigi Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Twin Ring Motegi is a multi-purpose motorsports and leisure facility developed by Honda, located in Motegi Town, Haga District, Tochigi Prefecture. As the name "Twin Rings" suggests, it features an oval course and a road course...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Akebonoyama Agricultural Park (Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture) is a public park on the outskirts of the city where you can experience agriculture and flowers up close. It was developed with the aim of preserving local agriculture while conveying the charm of agriculture to residents and tourists through seasonal flower fields, direct sales of agricultural products, and hands-on programs.

Nogeyama Zoo (Nishi Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Nogeyama Zoo is an urban zoo located within Nogeyama Park in Nishi Ward, Yokohama City. It is a small, locally-popular facility, and its main feature is that admission is free and it's easy to visit. It's a great place for families and young children to interact with animals...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Yuigahama Beach is one of the most famous beaches in Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, and is known for its long, attractive sandy beach close to Kamakura Station. There are various theories about the origin of the name, including "the beach where ships were pulled up" and "yui" (to tie), but it has long been associated with maritime traffic and fishing.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Tokachigawa Onsen is a hot spring resort located in Otofuke Town, Kato District, Hokkaido. Its discovery dates back to the late Meiji to Taisho periods, and it developed as a hot spring town surrounded by the lush nature of the Tokachi Plain. Its distinctive spring waters are known as "moor hot springs," and are rich in plant life.