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Overview: Kinosaki Onsen is a hot spring town that has flourished as a therapeutic spa since the Edo period. The townscape, with its seven outdoor baths, rows of willow trees, and the Otani River, exudes a sense of atmosphere, and nighttime strolls in yukata are a popular pastime. Highlights: Touring the outdoor baths: A tasteful tour of the seven public baths; Walking along the willow trees and river: A charming stroll through town; Kinosaki Ropeway: Otani River...

Overview Mount Aso is a huge caldera and a group of active volcanoes.

Overview Gunkanjima (Hashima Island) is an uninhabited island off the coast of Nagasaki Port. It is a modern industrial heritage site, densely packed with remains of a coal mining town from the Meiji to Showa periods. The port, concrete apartment buildings, and abandoned coal mining facilities create a unique landscape, and the island was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2015 as part of the "Sites of Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution." Sightseeing...

Overview: Japan's largest sand dunes boast a vast landscape facing the Sea of Japan. The landscape, interwoven with sandy slopes and grasslands, changes with the seasons and time of day. Enjoy paragliding and seasonal events. Highlights: A spectacular panorama from a high vantage point known as Umanose. The dramatic sunset and sand ripples create a...

Overview This ancient shrine, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning, is one of Kyushu's most famous places of worship. Famous for its red and white plum blossoms, it bustles from winter to spring, and is famous for its souvenir shops along the approach and its fragrant "Umegae mochi" (rice cakes with sweet fragrant sweets). It is a cultural hub rivaling the Kyushu National Museum, attracting a steady stream of worshippers year-round. Highlights: Main Hall: Magnificent...

Overview Located on the hills of Hase in Kamakura, Hasedera Temple is an ancient temple known for its long, sloping streets and beautiful gardens. The temple's principal image is a 9-meter-tall wooden statue of the eleven-faced Kannon. From the temple's walking paths and observation deck, you can enjoy views of Yuigahama and Enoshima. Seasonal plantings add a touch of color to this tourist attraction. Highlights: The eleven-faced Kannon statue and...

Overview: Tsunoshima Bridge is a beautiful sea bridge spanning the Sea of Japan, offering panoramic views of the crystal clear blue waters and white sandy beaches. It's a popular spot for driving and photography, and the views are particularly impressive on clear days. Highlights: The contrast between the long bridge and the emerald green sea; A stroll around Tsunoshima's lighthouse...

Overview Hirosaki Castle was the residence of the feudal lord of Tsugaru during the Edo period, and is surrounded by the vast Hirosaki Park. The castle tower, stone walls, and moat remain, and the cherry blossoms in spring, in particular, create a nationally renowned landscape known as the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival. The harmony of history and nature, which changes with the seasons, is a fascinating sight. Highlights Hirosaki Castle...

Overview Located on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route in the Northern Alps, this is one of Japan's leading arch concrete dams. Its majestic 186-meter-high structure and the tourist water releases it offers from spring to autumn are a highlight of its photogenic scenery, drawing international attention. Highlights: The spectacular tourist water release...

Overview Chusonji is an ancient Tendai Buddhist temple founded in the Heian period, famous for its Golden Hall, which conveys the prosperity of the Oshu Fujiwara clan. The beautiful mother-of-pearl and lacquer decorations, donated through donations, have been preserved and were registered as a World Heritage Site in 1998 as "Hiraizumi - A Cultural Landscape Based on Pure Land Buddhism." Enjoy the tranquil cedar-lined streets and seasonal...