Map of Japan
Hokkaido
Hokkaido is Japan’s second largest and most northern island. During winter the island is covered in a blanket of thick white snow and its surrounding seas turn to ice. Those who like to ski and snowboard will definitely find their next mountain to slide down. more
Tohoku | Sendai
The region of Tohoku is in the northern part of Japan’s main island (Honshu) and consists of the prefectures Aomori, Iwate, Miyagi, Akita, Yamagata, and Fukushima. Encompassing the northern tip of Honshu, Tohoku is surrounded by the Sea of Japan, the Pacific and Tsugaru Strait but also features a mountain range through its middle. more
Kanto | Tokyo
Apart from the metropolitan Tokyo, Kanto consists of the prefectures Chiba, Gunma, Ibaraki, Kanagawa, Saitama and Tochigi. A bit of trivia for the Pokemon fans amongst us, the name Kanto may sound familiar to you as the original region the story took place in Kanto. Although you will pretty much find anything you could ever wish for in Tokyo, exploring the rest of Kanto is well-worth doing. more
Koshinetsu | Nagano
Yamanashi’s most liked experiences is picking grapes, peaches and plums during the harvest seasons.For those coming to Japan during the summer and need an escape from the heat, Nagano Prefecture is your place to go.Moving slightly towards the east you come across Niigata prefecture, home to the Japanese most important food: rice. more
Hokuriku | Kanazawa
The Hokuriku region is located in the northwestern part of Honshu, the main island of Japan and consists of the prefectures Toyama, Ishikawa, and Fukui. Faced in Sea of Japan, seafood is so delicious, and it snows a lot in this region, the attractive onsen or ski place are welcome to you. more
Tokai | Nagoya
The Tokai region is in the middle part of Japan that runs along the pacific ocean: Mie, Gifu, Aichi, and Shizuoka prefecture. The biggest city in this region is Nagoya-city where you can see some local specialities: Eel, Miso-Katsu, Chicken wings, and some Anko sweets. more
Kinki | Kyoto
The Kinki region, also known as Kansai, is one of Japan’s most popular destinations with the metropolitan aspiring Osaka and the ancient capitals of Kyoto and Nara at its center. Osaka is Japan’s second largest city and much like Tokyo buzzes with activity throughout the year. more
Chugoku | Hiroshima
As Japan’s main island’s most western region, Chugoku remains an off-the-beaten-path destinations for many visitors. Nonetheless, even outside its most-known city Hiroshima the region has plenty to offer in terms of vast nature and memorable sights. more
Shikoku | Naoshima
The island of Shikoku consisting of the four prefectures Tokushima, Kagawa, Ehime, and Kochi is rich of both history and natural beauty. With the completion of several expressway bridges the island has become easily from several major cities on the western side of Honshu, such as Kobe and Okayama. more
Kyushu | Fukuoka
As the gateway between Japan and Asia, Kyushu is located southwest of Japan’s main island Honshu and has a slightly warmer tropical climate. Kyushu is also known as the “Land of the Seven Prefectures” as it encompasses the seven prefectures: Fukuoka (the island’s largest city), Saga, Nagasaki, Oita, Kumamoto, Miyazaki and Kagoshima. more
Okinawa
The prefecture of Okinawa is made up of about 160 islands also known as the Ryukyu Islands between Kyushu and Taiwan. The islands harbor a subtropical climate making it both comfortable throughout the year as well as lush in nature. more
Sightseeing
Cherry Blossoms Viewing Through Tokyo
The time has come: The cherry blossoms in Tokyo have reached their peak!
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Enoshima: A Hotspot for Sailing Just an Hour from Tokyo
Sponsored by Fujisawa City Tourism Organization
Fujisawa is known for its shrine and as one of the post towns along the Tokaido Road that ...
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# Old Town
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Accommodation
How to Get Free Housing in Japan
As the most expensive part of a vacation, the accommodation tends to take up most of your budget when you plan a trip. Japan also happens to fall towa ...
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A Luxurious Stay in Tokyo at Sunshine City Prince Hotel (Ikebukuro)
Sponsored by Seibu Holdings Inc.
A stay at the Sunshine City Prince Hotel offers a great opportunity to enjoy an exceptional hotel experience while ...
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# Farmstay
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Transport
Ride a Local Train Carriage with the Shimatetsu in Nagasaki
Isahaya Station is your gateway to the wondrous Shimabara Railway, a one-carriage train. It isn’t a old squealing one-carriage, though. Its red and be ...
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The Train System in Snowfall Country, Yonezawa
Sponsored by Yonezawa City
Shinkansen in the Snow
If you've ever been in Tokyo during a winter storm, then you know just how unprepared the Japa ...
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# Near Tokyo or Osaka
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Which Way is the most Convenient from Narita Airport to Tokyo?
Activities
Fun with Monkeys at Ishigaki Yaima Village, Okinawa
It seems a little sad to say but despite all of the wonders Ishigaki Island has to offer, one of the biggest deciding factors when I was choosing whic ...
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Walk Around Shirabu Onsen in Yonezawa City
Sponsored by Yonezawa City
A small onsen village in the mountainous outskirts of Yonezawa City, Shirabu Onsen has maintained its rural hot spring e ...
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# Outdoors
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Culture
Akita Inukko Matsuri : Dog and Temple Snow Festival in Yuzawa
Sponsored by Yuzawa Geopark Promotion Group
Yuzawa City is known for a heavy snowfall in the Tohoku region, the northern part of Japan. This mounta ...
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Discovering Yamagata Crafts: Otaka Poppo
Sponsored by Yonezawa City
Otaka Poppo: A Traditional Wooden Hawk Toy
Otako Poppo, literally "toy hawk," is one of the ancient traditions of Yam ...
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Food
REAL Seafood Market in Ichinomiya, Chiba
Its no question that Japan is famous around the world for its fresh seafood.
Seafood is the basis of the Japanese diet, consumed at more ...
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Experience the ‘Wa’ Harmony at Kokemushiro Café in Shikoku
Sponsored by Seiyo City
In Ehime Prefecture on Shikoku Island, we invite you to contemplate the beauty of wa harmony in a beautiful moss garden in ...
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# Local specialities
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Shopping
Shopping in Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza
Sponsored by SEIBU HOLDINGS INC.
Whether you are taking a retreat during the summer, or winter, trying to escape the heat, or trying to o ...
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Kojima Jeans Street – The Origin of Japanese Denim
Sponsored by Kurashiki Tourist Attract Committee
Japan is known for its striking fashion – from the simple and refined styles of Omotesan ...
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# Local crafts
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