The Kawachi Wisteria Garden is a beautiful and enchanting garden located in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. It is renowned for its stunning displays of wisteria flowers in various colors, creating a magical and whimsical atmosphere.
1-chome-20-16 Ritsurincho, Takamatsu, Kagawa 760-0073, Japan
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Ritsurin Garden is one of the most famous historical gardens in Japan. The garden is situated in the city of Takamatsu and is considered one of its main attractions. The garden contains a tea house, various folk art and craft exhibits (including the Sanuki Folk Craft Museum), as well as various folk art and craft items for sale.
Matsuyama Castle is a historic and picturesque castle located in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture, Japan. Perched on Mount Katsuyama, the castle is known for its commanding hilltop location, stunning views of the city and surrounding landscapes, and its well-preserved Edo-period architecture.
Nagasaki Peace Park is a park located in Nagasaki, Japan, commemorating the atomic bombing of the city on August 9, 1945 during World War II. The park is next to the Atomic Bomb Museum and near the Peace Memorial Hall.
Wakayama, Kumakogen, Kamiukena District, Ehime 791-1710, Japan
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Mt. Ishizuchi is one of Japan's seven sacred peaks. Named "the Stone Hammer" for its characteristic sharp and rocky summit, it is the highest peak in western Japan and is known not only for its beauty but also for the challenge it presents climbers. But after a tough hike up this rugged mountain, you have a chance to relax and enjoy a rare kind of peace and tranquility at its peak.
2976-11 Kiyomizukamibun, Ino, Agawa District, Kochi 781-2511, Japan
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This remote spot, located upstream on the Niyodo River, is considered one of the top spots to witness the surreal Niyodo Blue color of the river. Nikobuchi is the plunge pool of a short but powerful waterfall, and the water is so transparent that despite the churning of the falls you can still see every detail on the bottom of the pool.
6845 Hirao, Yamanochi, Shimotakai District, Nagano 381-0401, Japan
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Jigokudani Monkey Park is a popular tourist destination located in Yamanouchi, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It offers visitors a unique and authentic experience, allowing them to witness the fascinating behavior of snow monkeys in their natural habitat. The park combines nature, wildlife, and charming hot springs to create an unforgettable and visually stunning experience.
1-1 Honmaru, Naka Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0031, Japan
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Nagoya Castle was constructed on the orders of Ieyasu TOKUGAWA in order to secure an important position on the Tokaido road and to ward off attacks from the direction of Osaka. Nagoya Castle was destroyed in 1945 during the bombing of Nagoya in World War II and the reconstruction and repair of the castle has been ongoing since 1957.
Matsumoto Castle, also known as Matsumotojo, originally named Fukashi Castle, is a famous historic castle located in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It is renowned for its natural beauty and convenient location near mountains, hiking trails, and hot springs. It is one of the country's premier original castles and is recognized as a national treasure.
Zenkoji Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Nagano, Japan. Zenkoji Temple in Nagano is one of the most important and famous temples in Japan. Founded in the 7th century, it houses the first Buddha statue brought to Japan when Buddhism was first introduced in the 6th century. The original statue is kept hidden, while a replica is displayed to the public for a few weeks every six years.
Shiramine, Hakusan, Ishikawa Prefecture 920-2501, Japan
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Hakusan National Park is one of Japan's most famous mountain national parks, encompassing Mount Hakusan and surrounding areas, covering a total area of 47,700 hectares. One hundred million years ago, the area that is now Hakusan was the bottom of a lake. After numerous volcanic eruptions, the lake's water level gradually rose, forming a volcano. Hakusan National Park has been a revered mountain since ancient times.
Lake Taisho was formed in 1915 when an eruption of the nearby Yakedake volcano blocked the Azusa River. The decaying trees in and around the lake create a unique atmosphere for the scene, serving as a subtle reminder of the devastation caused by volcanic activity.
Hamamatsu is a city located in western Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. As of September 2023, the city had an estimated population of 780,128, making it the largest city in the prefecture. Hamamatsu is a city where spectacular nature, legendary history, and world-class innovation blend together. It is rich in samurai history and culture.
12883-1 Chikuniotsu, Otari, Kitaazumi District, Nagano 399-9422, Japan
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Chubu Sangaku National Park, located in central Honshu, Japan, is one of the country's most breathtaking national parks. It spans across Nagano, Toyama, Gifu, and Niigata prefectures and is renowned for its stunning alpine scenery, featuring some of Japan's tallest peaks in the Northern Japanese Alps (Hida Mountains).
Kamikochi, located in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, is a stunning high-altitude valley within the Chubu Sangaku National Park (often referred to as the Japanese Alps). Famous for its breathtaking natural beauty, Kamikochi is a popular destination for hiking, photography, and enjoying the pristine scenery.
Shirakawa is a village located in Ōno District, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. It is best known for Shirakawa-gō, a small traditional village showcasing the gasshō-zukuri architectural style. Along with Gokayama in Nanto, Toyama, Shirakawa-gō is known as Shirakawa-gō. As of January 1, 2019, the village's estimated population was 1,630.
Mount Omuro is a 580-meter-high ash cone volcano located within the Izu-Tobu volcanic complex in Itō, Shizuoka, Japan. The tradition of burning bonfires on this isolated peak in early spring each year has been practiced for over 700 years, fostering lush vegetation and making it a symbol of Itō. This mountain is recognized as a national natural monument and is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
Shirakawa-gō is a village located in Ōno District, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. It is best known for Shirakawa-gō, a small traditional village showcasing the gasshō-zukuri architectural style, with some buildings over 250 years old. The village's estimated population was 1,630 in 2019.
Nagano is the capital and largest city of Nagano Prefecture, located in the Nagano Basin (Zenkoji Daira) in the central Chūbu region of Japan. Nagano is classified as a key city in Japan. Nagano City is the highest prefectural capital in Japan, at an altitude of 371.4 meters (1,219 ft). The city's population was 365,296 in 2023.
Matsumoto is a city located in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. As of March 1, 2019, the city had a population of 239,466. Matsumoto is the second largest city in Nagano Prefecture. It is best known for Matsumotojo, one of the most beautiful original castles in Japan. Matsumoto is also an ideal starting point for trips to the Japanese Alps, such as the Kamikochi, Norikura, or Tateyama-Kurobe mountain route.
