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Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Takaoka Daibutsu (Great Buddha of Takaoka) is a large bronze Buddha statue located in the center of Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture. Crafted using local casting techniques, it is a symbol of the city. It is generally considered one of the "Three Great Buddhas of Japan," alongside the Great Buddhas of Nara and Kamakura (though there are various theories), and...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Yokote Kamakura is a traditional snow event held every winter in Yokote City, Akita Prefecture. Kamakura are small, circular snow huts (kamakura) made from snow, and inside they house a shrine dedicated to the water god. It is customary to treat children to sweet sake (amazake) and mochi (rice cakes). Originating in the Edo period...

Tachineputa Museum (Goshogawara City, Aomori Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Tachineputa Museum is a museum and exhibition facility where you can see the Tachineputa festival held every summer in Goshogawara City up close throughout the year. Tachineputa floats range in height from over 10 to 20 meters...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Sunshine Aquarium is an urban aquarium located within the Sunshine City complex in Ikebukuro, Toshima Ward, Tokyo. Taking advantage of its unique rooftop location, the aquarium features open exhibits based on the concept of an "oasis in the sky." Sunshine City...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Mount Hakkoda is a mountain range located in Aomori City, Aomori Prefecture, and is a volcanic group that forms part of the Ou Mountain Range. Its main peak, Odake (approximately 1,584m above sea level), is home to several other peaks, high moors, and coniferous forests, and its scenery changes with the seasons. In winter...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Odori Park is a wide green space that runs east to west through the center of Sapporo, Hokkaido, and can be called the city's "living room." It was developed as part of a fire prevention line and urban planning during Sapporo's Meiji era development. Today, it stretches approximately 1.5 km east to west and is made up of multiple blocks.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Naruko Onsen (Naruko Onsenkyo) is a historic hot spring resort in Osaki City, Miyagi Prefecture, that has long been beloved as one of the leading hot spring resorts in the Tohoku region. There are several smaller hot spring resorts scattered around the area (Naruko, Higashinaruko, Nakayamadaira, Kawado, etc.), collectively known as the "Naruko Onsenkyo"...

Arima Onsen (Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Arima Onsen, located in Kita Ward, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture, is one of Japan's most historic hot spring resorts. It has long been considered one of the "Three Oldest Hot Springs of Japan," and has such a long history that it has even appeared in waka poetry and historical texts. Its waters are characterized by their iron and salt content...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Gujo Hachiman Castle is a mountain castle built on the small hill of Mt. Hachiman (approximately 350m above sea level) in Gujo Hachiman, Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture. It is a symbol of Gujo Hachiman, known for its old castle town and clear streams. From the Sengoku to Edo periods, the castle changed hands several times, and the town and...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Lake Yamanaka, located in Yamanakako Village, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi Prefecture, is one of the Fuji Five Lakes and is the largest of the five lakes in terms of water area. Located at an elevation of approximately 980 meters, it is famous nationwide as a viewpoint for Mount Fuji, with views across the lake. The lake is relatively flat, and a well-maintained circular trail is available.