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Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Kitagawa Village's "Monet's Garden" (official name: Kitagawa Village Monet's Garden Marmottan) is the only garden in Japan (or perhaps the most representative reproduction) modeled after the Giverny garden created by French impressionist painter Claude Monet. It features the water lily pond and other features that Monet painted...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Kariya Highway Oasis is a complex spot in Kariya City, Aichi Prefecture, that combines a highway service area (PA) with a tourist facility open to the public. In addition to being a rest area for highway users, it also offers a Ferris wheel, a spacious lawn, and a selection of local products.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Kokeizan Eihoji Temple is a historic temple located in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture. Nestled in the mountains, this Zen temple features a Japanese garden with moss, ponds, and artificial hills, as well as a tranquil landscape created by its buildings. It has long been a place of worship for the local community...

Anjo Industrial and Cultural Park Denpark (Anjo City, Aichi Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Anjo Industrial and Cultural Park Denpark (commonly known as Denpark) is an urban park facility with themes of flowers, food, and craftsmanship. The park features seasonal flower beds and gardens, a greenhouse, and interactive facilities and workshops for children.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Namba Grand Kagetsu (commonly known as NGK) is a Yoshimoto Kogyo entertainment theater located in the Namba area of Osaka. It hosts daily performances of manzai, rakugo, and Yoshimoto Shinkigeki (comedy plays), allowing you to experience Osaka's comedy culture.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Urauchi River is a representative river that flows through Iriomote Island (Taketomi Town) in the Yaeyama Islands of Okinawa Prefecture, and is known as one of the longest rivers in Okinawa Prefecture. The mangrove forests and subtropical virgin forests that spread from the river mouth to the upstream area nurture a unique ecosystem...

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Ofuna Kannon (Ofuna Kannon Temple) is a spot located in Ofuna, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture, centered around a giant Kannon statue and its grounds. Built as a prayer for postwar peace and the tranquility of the region, the elegant white Kannon statue catches the eye from afar and has become a local landmark.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Sunshine 60 Observatory is a high-rise observation deck located within Sunshine City in Toshima Ward, Tokyo. It is located at the top of Sunshine 60 (approximately 240 meters high, 60 stories), which was completed in 1978. At the time of its completion, it attracted attention as one of the tallest skyscrapers in Japan. Currently...

Suma-dera Temple (Suma Ward, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture) Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) Suma-dera Temple is an ancient temple located in the hills near the coast in Suma Ward, Kobe City. Located in the scenic Suma Bay area since ancient times, the temple has often appeared in waka poetry and literature. It features prominently in works from the Heian period, such as The Tale of Genji and The Tale of the Heike.

Overview (History, Features, and Attractions) The Sapporo Snow Festival is one of Japan's largest snow and ice festivals, held every winter in Sapporo, Hokkaido. It began in 1950 when local junior and senior high school students created snow sculptures in Odori Park, and has since expanded with the participation of local residents. Today, it is a major event that attracts millions of visitors from Japan and abroad.