[Overview (History, Features, Attractions)] Naruko Gorge is a deep valley in the Naruko Onsen area of Osaki City, Miyagi Prefecture. It is characterized by its landscape of reddish-brown cliffs formed by faults and volcanic erosion, interwoven with mountain streams. The valley is approximately 2 km long and 100 m deep, with sheer rock faces, mountain streams, and seasonal scenery...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Shirasaki Coast (Yura Town, Hidaka District, Wakayama Prefecture) is known for its unique coastline, where pure white limestone (dolomite and limestone rocks) are exposed. The white rock surface, formed by years of marine erosion and tectonic activity, creates a beautiful contrast with the blue sea and sky.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Former Hakodate Public Hall is a masterpiece of Western-style architecture that represents the Motomachi district of Hakodate, and is a particularly eye-catching tourist spot amid the exotic cityscape. The building retains a strong influence of Western-style architecture from the late Meiji to Taisho periods, with a wooden exterior and a green dome roof...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Susukino, located in Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido, is one of Hokkaido's largest entertainment and entertainment districts. It developed from the Meiji period onwards, and after the war it became established as a district offering a wide variety of nightlife options, including restaurants, bars, love hotels, karaoke, and cabaret clubs. The area boasts a glittering neon night view and...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Koboyama Park is a low mountain satoyama park in Hadano City, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is popular among locals for its easy hiking trails, observation deck, and seasonal flowers. It is a place where folklore surrounding Kobo Daishi (Kukai) has remained for a long time, and the park...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Yoshimine-dera Temple is an ancient Tendai Buddhist temple located on the slopes of Mt. Matsuo (commonly known as Mt. Yoshimine) in Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City. It is said to have been founded during the Heian period. The temple grounds, built on top of the mountain, offer a panoramic view of Kyoto city, and are home to cherry blossoms, hydrangeas, and other flowers.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Okinoshima is a sacred island off the coast of Munakata City, Fukuoka Prefecture. It has long been revered as a key location for maritime traffic and maritime worship. The island itself is a sacred site where Okitsumiya Shrine of Munakata Taisha Shrine is enshrined, and has long been dedicated as a place of worship...

## Zao Juhyo (Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture) ### Overview (History, Features, Attractions) Zao Juhyo is a natural phenomenon that can be seen in winter in the Zao mountain range (Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture). Supercooled water droplets contained in strong seasonal winds adhere to the trees and freeze, eventually causing the ice and snow to stretch in the direction of the wind, creating unique shapes. English...

Overview (History, Features, and Appeal) Nikka Whisky Miyagikyo Distillery is one of Nikka Whisky's (formerly known as "whisky") flagship distilleries, located in a deep valley in Aoba Ward, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture. Following on from Yoichi Distillery in Hokkaido, founder Masataka Taketsuru...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Onigajo is a scenic spot of sea cliffs, caves, and strangely shaped rock formations along the Kumano Sea in Kumano City, Mie Prefecture. The cliffs and intricate caves created by erosion from long years of waves and wind create a striking contrast between the dark rocks and the blue sea. Since ancient times, Onigajo has been a natural...