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Tomogashima is a group of lush islands off the coast of Wakayama City, where traces of wartime fortifications and lighthouses coexist with forested hiking tr...

Nestled in the quiet mountains of Nara, Hasedera Temple is a destination where seasonal flowers and nationally treasured cultural assets harmonize. The Eleve...

The quiet streams of Mitarai Valley and the ancient traditions of Shugendō are alive in Tenkawa Village, Nara. This destination welcomes visitors with both n...

Standing on the shores of Lake Biwa, Nagahama Castle is known as the first castle ruled by Toyotomi Hideyoshi. From its reconstructed keep, visitors can view...

Kobe’s central Nankinmachi, known as one of Japan’s three major Chinatowns, welcomes travelers with exotic streetscapes and a wide variety of food. Walking t...

Wakayama Sightseeing Site Wakayama Tourist Association A quiet fishing port and rugged cliffs create a unique landscape—Saikazaki in Wakayama City is a sceni...

A quiet hilltop is home to Wakayama Castle, a popular Japanese castle landmark with its white castle keep and stone walls. In spring the grounds are filled w...

Silent streets lined with Yamaboko floats and the sound of Gion-bayashi—the Kyoto Gion Festival is one of Japan’s three great summer festivals. With a histor...

Miyama Kayabuki no Sato is a village in Miyama Town, Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture, where traditional thatched-roof houses stand in a row. Designated as an I...

Quietly nestled in the forest, just a few minutes’ walk from Shin-Kobe Station, lies Nunobiki Falls｜Ontaki. This scenic spot offers a refreshing escape from...