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
Tsurumaru-jo: Kagoshima’s Creepy Castle Ruins
I was entering the grounds of what was supposed to be a magical journey to a castle I knew very little about, when a uniformed Japanese man stopped me ...
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Utsunomiya: Check out a 27-Meter-Tall Stone Haiwa Kannon Statue
Haiwa Kannon is one the best statues in Japan; inviting the same giddy, overwhelming "woah-ness" as the first one I ever saw—the giant, hollow Buddha ...
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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
Visit Japan via Fukuoka Airport’s International Lines
The international terminal of Fukuoka Airport offers routes to several countries, and is the process of expanding its offerings.
The first internat ...
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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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# Near Tokyo or Osaka
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Which Way is the most Convenient from Narita Airport to Tokyo?
Activities
The Thrilling Confines of Korakuen Hall in Tokyo
In the shadow of the Tokyo Dome, home to the mighty Yomiuri Giants, sits an unsuspecting windowless building. Since 1962, those who have taken the ele ...
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Northern Kyoto: Summer Sunflower Viewing in Tango!
Northern Kyoto is home to Tango, a region near the Sea of Japan which is said to have once been the "front" of Japan because of its shipping industry ...
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# Outdoors
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Hike from Shugakuin to Mount Hiei and Enryaku-ji Temple
Culture
Akita Inukko Matsuri : Dog and Temple Snow Festival in Yuzawa
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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
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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
Ramune Soda: The Quintessential Symbol of Childhood in Japan
A small, blue bottle made of glass, with a funky twist in the middle, wearing a plastic cap. To open it, use the tool taped to the top of the bottle t ...
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Japanese Fruits in Summer : What to Buy?
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If you're in Japan during Obon season, then not only will the streets and shinkansens be a little busier than normal, b ...
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# Local specialities
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Shopping
Victoria Main Store – Eight Floors of Ski and Snowboard Equipment in Central Tokyo
It is a little-known fact among foreigners that 73% of Japan is mountainous. With most of the Japanese residential population scattered between these ...
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Japanese Fruits in Summer : What to Buy?
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If you're in Japan during Obon season, then not only will the streets and shinkansens be a little busier than normal, b ...
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# Local crafts
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