Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Jogashima Lighthouse is a maritime traffic landmark located on Jogashima Island in Miura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, in a scenic spot offering panoramic views of the surrounding cliffs and Sagami Bay. One of Japan's modern lighthouses, constructed during the Meiji period, its towering white lighthouse tower is the island's landmark. The surrounding area is lined with sea cliffs and...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Shiobara Onsenkyo is a traditional hot spring region that spreads across Nasu-Shiobara City, Tochigi Prefecture. It consists of several hot spring areas (Yumoto, Furumachi, Shinyu, Hatashita, etc.), and is characterized by its beautiful valleys and abundant nature. Making the most of the mountainous terrain...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) "Oni no Sentakuita" (Devil's Washboard) is the name given to the unique reef rock formations found on the coast around Aoshima, Miyazaki City. The rocks on the shore have been regularly cracked by ocean erosion and differences in geological strata, creating rows of flat, washboard-like steps. The force of waves and weathering have created these features over many years...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Cape Shiretoko is a cape located at the easternmost tip of the Shiretoko Peninsula, in Shari Town, Shari District, Hokkaido. Shiretoko ("shiretoko" in the Ainu language is said to mean "edge of the earth") is part of the Shiretoko National Park, which was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2005.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Pinaisara Falls is located on Iriomote Island in Taketomi Town, Yaeyama District, Okinawa Prefecture. With a drop of approximately 55 meters, it is one of the largest waterfalls in Okinawa Prefecture. The name "Pinaisara" is said to come from the local dialect, and has long been a familiar name to the islanders.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Aquamarine Fukushima (Onahama, Iwaki City, Fukushima Prefecture) is an experiential aquarium where you can see and learn about marine ecosystems and aquatic environments. Opened in 2000, it features exhibits that recreate the tidal currents and biological communities of the Japanese coast. One particularly noteworthy exhibit is the large "Large Tide Tank."

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Nokonoshima is a small island located in Hakata Bay in Nishi Ward, Fukuoka City. While fishing and agriculture were once the main industries on the island, its proximity to central Fukuoka City has made it a popular leisure and day-trip destination. The island's greatest appeal is its seasonal...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Amami Oshima (Amami City, Kagoshima Prefecture) is the central island of the Nansei Islands. It is a scenic tourist destination with subtropical nature and a unique culture. Influenced by the Ryukyu culture and Satsuma (Kagoshima Domain) in the past, a unique island culture developed. After the war, it was placed under U.S. administration for a while...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Kinsakubaru Primeval Forest is a primeval forest representative of subtropical evergreen broad-leaved forest remaining on Amami Oshima Island in Kagoshima Prefecture. The island's unique climate and long geographical isolation allow numerous endemic and rare species to inhabit and thrive, making it a region characterized by its high biodiversity.

Sekigahara Battlefield (Sekigahara Town, Fuwa District, Gifu Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, Attractions) The Sekigahara Battlefield was the site of the Battle of Sekigahara in 1600 (Keicho 5), a historic site that defined Japan's Sengoku period. The Eastern Army (Tokugawa Ieyasu) and the Western Army (Ishida Mitsunari and others) clashed, and the Eastern Army's victory led to the establishment of Edo...