Aokigahara Jukai (Fujikawaguchiko Town, Yamanashi Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Aokigahara Jukai is a vast primeval forest stretching across the northwestern foot of Mount Fuji, also known as "Jukai" (Sea of Trees). The terrain formed on lava flows that occurred around 864 (the Jogan eruption), allowing cold air to escape through gaps in the lava.

Kotohiki Park (Kanonji City, Kagawa Prefecture) Kotohiki Park is a coastal park in Kannonji City, Kagawa Prefecture, and is a tourist attraction known especially for its "Kanei Tsuho Coin Sand Art." The park's charm lies in the harmonious blend of hills and coastline overlooking the Seto Inland Sea, and the observation deck offers a panoramic view of the sand art and the ocean.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Ningle Terrace is a walking spot featuring a series of small wooden cottages (handmade workshops and shops) nestled in the woods near the New Furano Prince Hotel in Furano, Hokkaido. Dozens of huts are scattered along the forest paths, each specializing in furniture, glass, ceramics, and more.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Hachimanzaka is a typical slope in the Motomachi district of Hakodate, Hokkaido, and one of the tourist spots that symbolizes the Hakodate landscape. Located in a corner of Motomachi, where foreign settlements and exotic Western-style buildings lined the streets during the Meiji period, the slope descends steeply in a straight line to the sea...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Takekoma Shrine is a beloved shrine in Iwanuma City, Miyagi Prefecture, and is the local guardian deity. It has long been a popular destination for locals, attracting many visitors for New Year's visits and various festivals. The tranquil appearance of the shrine building and approach, along with the beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons, make it a popular place for worshippers and visitors alike.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Katsuoji Temple is a historic temple nestled in the mountains of Minoh City, Osaka Prefecture. It has long been worshipped as a temple that bestows "good luck in competitions." The temple grounds, spread among the lush greenery of the mountains, include the main hall, numerous stone steps and approach paths, a teahouse, and a garden. Special features...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Tokashiki Island (Tokashiki Village, Shimajiri District, Okinawa Prefecture) is a remote island in the Kerama Islands known for its crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches. The island has long been centered around fishing and community life, and after World War II, it became a popular tourist destination after being returned to the mainland.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Tennoji Zoo is an urban zoo located in Tennoji Ward, Osaka City, within Tennoji Park. Opened in the Taisho era, it is a historic facility that has long been beloved by local residents. The zoo is divided into multiple zones, allowing visitors to observe animals while experiencing the changing seasons, even in the city.

Katsunuma Grape Hill (Katsunuma Town, Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Katsunuma Grape Hill is a facility dedicated to wine and grape culture in Katsunuma Town, Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture. Katsunuma is a leading wine-producing region in Japan (the home of Koshu Wine) and has long been a center of wine cultivation and brewing, and Grape Hill is a...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street (Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street) is an arcade-style shopping street that stretches from north to south through Kita Ward, Osaka City, stretching approximately 2.6 km in length and considered one of the longest in Japan. The street stretches from Tenjinbashisuji 1-chome to 6-chome, and is lined with approximately 600 individual shops, restaurants, and specialty stores.