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  Kasuga-taisha Shrine

  Posted in: Nara, Kansai

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  Kasuga-taisha Shrine is a World Cultural Heritage site with a history of 1,300 years, and is the head shrine of the over 3,000 Kasuga Shrines to be found all around Japan. Surrounded by a primeval forest stands an impressive bright orange shrine building on the premises, which are also famous for the many gorgeous wisteria trees that come into full bloom in the spring. The shrine is located in Nara Park, and there are over a 1,000 deer roaming the grounds that are considered messengers from...

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  Ise Grand Shrine "Ise Jingu"

  Posted in: Chubu, Mie

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  The Ise Grand Shrine in Ise City, Mie Prefecture, has been known as “Oise-san” from a long time ago, and surrounded by great spots such as Okage Yokocho and Oharai Machi. Visitors can enjoy Akafuku Mochi and lot of great sightseeing even after visiting the Shrine.

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  Higashiyama Onsen

  Posted in: Tohoku, Fukushima

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  Higashiyama Onsen hot spring was discovered by Gyoki, a monk who was highly respected by many people around 1300 years ago. It has remained very popular for the quality of its waters, which are believed to be effective for maintaining beautiful skin, and also for the stunning natural features that surround it: cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in early summer, colorful leaves in autumn and bountiful snowfall in winter. Other attractions are the entertainment offered by Higashiyama...

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  Nebuta Museum WA-RASSE

  Posted in: Tohoku, Aomori

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  The Aomori Nebuta Festival boasts a history of more than 300 years and has been designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan. A lot of people from all over the world gather at the festival that held from 2nd to 7th August every year, and on the 7th August as the last day, the nebutas are placed in boats and ferried around the sea as fireworks light up the night sky. Nebuta Museum WA-RASSE is a tourist facility where visitors can experience the charm of the Aomori Nebuta...

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  Kutani Ceramic Art Village

  Posted in: Chubu, Ishikawa

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  Kutani Ceramic Art Village is packed with all kind of charm inherent in Kutani ceramics (Kutaniyaki), a form of pottery with a 360-year history. Visitors can gaze at famous works at a Kutani ceramics museum and art gallery, buy things at shops in the ceramic art village featuring rich lineups of products, get actual hands-on experience when it comes to making Kutani ceramics and painting them, and take a peak at workshops. There’s something for everyone to enjoy their visit in their own way....

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  Tomisato Horse Park

  Posted in: Kanto, Chiba

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  The city of Tomisato, Chiba Prefecture, was once the home of Shimofusa Imperial Stock Farm, which was under the control of the Imperial Household Agency. In the Meiji era (1868-1912), the farm became the first in the country to import and breed racehorses. The area now has several farms in addition to facilities where you can experience horseback riding. Many restaurants, especially around Tomisato Horse Park, offer great local foods, so spend a relaxing day in the company of horses.

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  Aomori City

  Posted in: Tohoku, Aomori

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  Aomori City is the administrative center of Aomori Prefecture, in the Tohoku region on the island of Honshū. The city faces Mutsu Bay, located on the road connecting the Tsugara Strait and the Hakkoda Range in southern Aomori Prefecture. It has the largest seaport in the province. Before the Seikan Tunnel went into operation, the main entrance to Honshu island for people from Hokkaido was by ferry from Hokkaido to Hakodate city

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  Guest House LAMP Nojiriko

  Posted in: Chubu, Nagano

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  Situated on Lake Nojiri in Nagano, Guest House LAMP Nojiriko is the perfect getaway to enjoy a range of outdoor activities for all seasons, from mountain vegetable picking in the spring to stand-up paddleboard, kayaking, and rafting in the summer; mushroom hunting in the fall; and cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. Be sure to also enjoy the delicious seasonal dishes and the Finnish sauna.

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  Tsutenkaku Tower

  Posted in: Osaka, Kansai

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  Designated as a national tangible cultural asset, the 108-meter-high Tsutenkaku observation tower is hailed as one of the symbolic landmarks of Osaka. Day or night, the Gold Observation Platform where the statue of Billiken, the Deity of Good Fortune resides, offers a pleasant view of the entire city. The current tower is the second generation, but has a beautiful ceiling painting, which is a reproduction of the original painting of the first tower, making it a popular photo spot.

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  Karasuyama's Yamaage-matsuri Festival

  Posted in: Kanto, Tochigi

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  The Yamaage-matsuri Festival consists of the Karasuyama Yamaage Festival and the mikoshi (portable shrine) of the Yagumo Shrine. The festival is held for three days around the fourth Saturday of July in Nasukarasuyama City, Tochigi Prefecture. The Yamaage Festival boasts a tradition dating back over 450 years and features an extravagant open-air kabuki play unmatched even in Japan. The main attractions are the beautiful dance and the stage setting with the perfectly coordinated movement of...

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  Mount Rokko

  Posted in: Hyogo, Kansai

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  Mount Rokko extends from the western to the northern parts of the urban area of Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture. Commonly, Mount Rokko refers to the entire Rokko Mountain Range, which includes various sized mountains spanning not only Kobe but also the surrounding cities of Ashiya, Nishinomiya and Takarazuka. At the mountaintop, there are many relaxing sightseeing spots such as a pasture farm and an ancient temple with a wonderful view. The night view from Mount Maya is famous as one of the three best...

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  Kyoto Tower

  Posted in: Kyoto, Kansai

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  The design of Kyoto Tower, well known as a landmark of the city, was based on a lighthouse, which casts its light over a city with no sea. From the 100-meter-high observatory, you can enjoy panoramic views of the entire city with different features of the season. Its charming mascot, Tawawa-chan, is also a popular feature among Kyotoites.

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