Steel Dragon 2000, The World’s Longest Roller Coaster in Japan!
Steel Dragon 2000 in Kuwana, Mie Prefecture, is the longest roller coaster in the world and a draw for adrenaline seekers the world over
Ratih Permana
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White Cyclone, A Legendary Wooden Roller Coaster in Japan
The White Cyclone is a legendary wooden roller coaster at Nagashima Spa Land in Kuwano, Mie Prefecture, that gives visitors loud, exciting thrills
Mount Omuro, a panoramic view of city, sea and sky
Visitors to Mount Omuro near Ito City in Shizuoka Prefecture can see panoramic views of the city, coast, sea, and sky from the top of the extinct volcano
Jogasaki coast, thrilling scenery on the Izu Peninsula
Visitors to the Jogasaki coast on the Izu Peninsula won’t find a sandy beach, but instead stunning views of the sea from the volcanic cliffs
Mount Yoshino, a famous site for hiking and cherry blossoms
Mount Yoshino in Nara Prefecture is one of Japan’s most famous sites for cherry blossom viewing, as well as offering excellent hiking
Hiroshima Castle, an elegant icon of city history
Hiroshima Castle offers visitors an elegant design and the chance to delve into the rich history of both the city and Japan itself
Naruto whirlpools: No ninja, but a great natural phenomenon
Visitors to the Naruto whirlpools will not find any ninja, but rather a fascinating natural phenomenon unlike anywhere else in Japan
Nagashima Resort, Fun For The Whole Family!
Nagoshima Resort offers thrilling amusement park activities and a relaxing onsen and spa experience fun for friends and family.
Glover Garden, romantic atmosphere and views of Nagasaki
Glover Garden in Nagasaki provides visitors a romantic atmosphere and picturesque view at a site commemorating the mixing of East and West.
Million-dollar Nighttime View in Nagasaki!
Make the climb up Inasayama near Nagasaki to take in the full splendor of one of Japan’s most breathtaking and romantic night views.
Mojiko retro buildings show off Kitakyushu’s heritage
The Mojiko area of Kitakyushu proudly displays the city’s heritage with its unique retro-modern architecture style.
Nokonoshima, a beautiful floating island!!
Nokonoshima, a beautiful floating island, is located in the middle of Hakata Bay, Fukuoka, hiding its beauty scenery. The island can be reached by ferry, only 10 minutes from Meinohama station in Fukuoka. Nokonoshima is an island with many attractive places to be visited.
Peace Park in Nagasaki, a place of remembrance
Nagasaki Peace Park is a place for visitors to rest and reflect on tragedies of the past, as well as honor those who lost their lives in those events.
Introducing Beppu – Onsen Hot Springs Capital of the World
Onsen island in Beppu offers a wealth of places for domestic and international travelers looking to sample some of Japan’s best hot springs.
Transportation takes a unique form on Nagasaki City Tram
Transportation in Japan brings to mind images of the shinkansen, but the city tram in Nagasaki offers a unique and convenient way to see this historic city.
Hell awaits visitors to Jigoku region in Beppu!?
Hell sounds unpleasant, but the Jigoku region in Beppu offers striking natural scenery and hot springs for visitors brave enough to enter.
Momochihama in Fukuoka – Nice beach walk!
Momochihama beach in Fukuoka offers a scenic location for sightseeing, relaxing, dining, and just taking the beautiful seaside sunset.
Huis Ten Bosch, Nagasaki’s Dutch treat amusement park
Huis Ten Bosch offers visitors to Nagasaki a Dutch treat in the heart of Kyushu with rides, exhibits, and a cultural experience unmatched in Japan.
Japanese: The cheapest way to learn in Kyoto
50 yen is the cheapest way to learn Japanese. It sounds impossible? No way at Kyoto City International Foundation.
How to Find Prayer Rooms in Japan: Kyoto’s Comfy Prayer Rooms
With a growing representation of Islam, Muslim residents and tourists in Japan have a number of convenient options for prayer in Kyoto.
JR Seishun 18 Kippu, The Cheapest Way to Travel Throughout Japan!
From Tokyo to Sapporo, discover the cheapest travel option in Japan for tourists and residents alike with the excellent JR Seishun 18 ticket!
Meet a Maiko, a Geisha’s young apprentice
Japan offers foreign visitors a countless number of attractions, one of which being the iconic figure of a Geisha: a mysteriously beautiful Japanese woman. This well-known part of traditional Japanese culture inspired the popular novel-turned-film “Memoirs of a Geisha”, which...
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Green Tea treats from Kyoto, Malebranche
Malebranche, an old sweet shop based in Kyoto, offers tasty treats made with Green Tea.
Kyoto’s breathtaking Ryoanji Temple
Named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994, Kyoto’s Ryoan-ji Temple has attracted many visitors to its rock garden.
Kitano-Tenmangu, The God of Study Shrines in Kyoto
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine is the first shrine dedicated to Sugawara No Michizane for his reputation as a poet, or even more as a highly talented person.
