Amazing Seasons, Life and Culture

Beppu, located in the eastern part of Kyushu, is Japan's largest hot spring resort. When you visit Beppu, you'll first be surprised at the hot springs that spring up here and there. When you look out over the cityscape of Beppu from the hill, as you can see on this page, steam is rising everywhere. They are by no means a fire. At night, these steams illuminate and shine beautifully. Photos of Beppu                     Map of Beppu     I appreciate you reading to the end. Please see other photos.   Back to "Best of Beppu" About me Bon KUROSAWA  I have long worked as a senior editor for Nihon Keizai Shimbun (NIKKEI) and currently work as an independent web writer. At NIKKEI, I was the editor-in-chief of the media on Japanese culture. Let me introduce a lot of fun and interesting things about Japan. Please refer to this article for more details. Related posts: Photos: Beppu (4) Enjoy hot springs in various styles! Beppu! Enjoy at Japan's largest hot spring resort! Photos: Beppu (3) Let's visit various Hells (Jigoku） Photos: Beppu (2) The beautiful changes of the four seasons! Photos: Noboribetsu Onsen -Hokkaido's largest hot spring resort Shining Spring and Distant Snow Scene: From 10 beautiful pictures! Photos: Hakone -Recommended hot spring area near Tokyo Photos: Winter at Niseko Ski Resort in Hokkaido -Enjoy the powder snow! Photos: Kinosaki Onsen -Popular traditional hot spring town in Hyogo Prefecture Photos: Ginzan Onsen -A retro hot spring ...

If you were to ask me which is the most beautiful cherry blossom in Japan, I would say the Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture.The Miharu Takizakura tree is over 1000 years old. This beautiful cherry tree has long been protected and loved by the local people. Let's go on a virtual trip to appreciate the Miharu Takizakura! Photos of the Miharu Takizakura The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock     Map of Miharu Takizakura     I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to "Best of Fukushima"     Related posts: Photos: Hanamiyama Park in Fukushima Prefecture Photos: 11 Keywords to fully enjoy Japanese Cherry Blossoms Photos: Snow-covered villages in Japan Photos: Mt. Yoshino -30,000 cherry trees bloom in spring! Photos: Koyasan Photos: Ise Jingu Shrine in Mie Prefecture Photos: Kanazawa in Ishikawa prefecture Photos: San'in -A mysterious land where old-fashioned Japan remains! Photos: Biwako Valley in Shiga Prefecture Photos: Shogawa Gorge cruise -River cruise in a pure white world! Photos: Kashima-jingu Shrine in Ibaraki Prefecture Photos: Sakura- Cherry blossoms ...

Takachiho is a mysterious land known as the home of Japanese mythology. It is located in the mountainous area of Miyazaki Prefecture in eastern Kyushu. The town still retains the mythical spots and Kagura dances associated with them. It is also famous for the beautiful sea of clouds in autumn. And the most popular tourist spot in this town is the Takachiho Gorge. Let's take a virtual trip to Takachiho with many photos! Photos of Takachiho Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture = Shutterstock   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture = ADobeStock   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture = Shutterstock   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture = Shutterstock   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture = Shutterstock   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture     Map of Takachiho     I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to "Best of Miyazaki"     Related posts: Photos: Oze in Gunma Prefecture Photos: Biwako Valley in Shiga Prefecture Photos: Kanazawa in Ishikawa prefecture Photos: Hanamiyama Park in Fukushima Prefecture Photos: Ise Jingu Shrine in Mie Prefecture Photos: Gunkanjima Island in Nagasaki Prefecture Photos: Togakushi Shrine in Nagano Prefecture Photos: Motonosumi Shrine in Yamaguchi Prefecture Photos: Tadami Line in Fukushima Prefecture Photos: Shuri Castle in Okinawa Prefecture Photos: Matsue in Shimane Prefecture Photos: Hikone Castle in Shiga Prefecture

The most popular tourist attractions in Kyoto are Fushimi Inari Shrine Shrine, Kinkakuji Temple and Kiyomizudera Temple. Kiyomizudera Temple is located on the slopes of a mountain in the eastern part of the city of Kyoto, and the view from the main hall, which stands 18 meters high, is spectacular. Let's go on a virtual trip to Kiyomizudera Temple! Photos of Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto = Shutterstock   Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto = Shutterstock   Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto = Shutterstock   Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto = Shutterstock   Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto = Shutterstock   Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto = Shutterstock   Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto = Shutterstock   Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto = Shutterstock   Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto = Shutterstock     Map of Kiyomizudera Temple     I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to "Best of Kyoto"     Related posts: Photos: Kodaiji Temple in Kyoto Photos: Nanzenji Temple in Kyoto Photos: The Magic of Rurikoin Temple in Kyoto Photos: Autumn colors at Tofukuji Temple, Kyoto Photos: Daitokuji Temple in Kyoto -The World of Zen in Harmony with Nature Kyoto! 26 Best Attractions : Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizudera, Kinkakuji etc. Photos: Eikando Zenrin-ji Temple -The temple with the most beautiful autumn colors Photos: Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho) Photos: Traditional Kyoto in Summer Photos: Cherry blossoms in Kyoto Photos: Kamogawa River in Kyoto Photos: Autumn leaves in Kyoto

I would like to share with you the scenery of the snowy villages of Japan. These are pictures of Shirakawa-go, Gokayama, Miyama and Ouchi-juku. Someday, you'll enjoy the pure world in these villages! Photos of snow-covered villages Shirakawago (Gifu Prefecture) Shirakawago, Gifu Prefecture   Shirakawago, Gifu Prefecture   Shirakawago, Gifu Prefecture   Map of Shirakawago     Gokayama (Toyama Prefecture) Gokayama, Toyama Prefecture   Gokayama, Toyama Prefecture   Map of Gokayama     Miyama (Kyoto Prefecture) Miyama, Kyoto Prefecture   Miyama, Kyoto Prefecture   Map of Miyama     Ouchi-juku (Fukushima Prefecture) Ouchi-juku, Fukushima Prefecture   Ouchi-juku, Fukushima Prefecture   Map of Ouchi-juku     What to wear when visiting the snowy villages     I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to "Snow Destinations"     Related posts: Photos: Mt. Fuji covered with snow 12 Best Snow Destinations in Japan: Shirakawago, Jigokudani, Niseko, Sapporo snow festival ... Photos: K-cars in Japan Photos: Sakura- Cherry blossoms in Japan Photos: The Miharu Takizakura -The best cherry tree in Japan! Photos: San'in -A mysterious land where old-fashioned Japan remains! Photos: Nara -The ancient capital of Japan Welcome to Japan! Enjoy 60 beautiful photos! Photos: Four seasons of Kamikochi Photos: Odaiba in Tokyo Bay Photos: Hakodate Photos: Ise Jingu Shrine in Mie Prefecture

The most popular tourist destinations in Hokkaido in summer are Biei and Furano. These areas, located in the center of Hokkaido, have rough plains. Colorful flowers bloom there. Seeing the change of nature on this plain will heal your mind. As for Biei and Furano, I have already written some articles. However, I would like to introduce the beauty of the summer meadow more, so I will summarize the photo feature here. Please refer to the following articles about Biei and Furano. Beautiful earth in summer Sunrise in Biei, Hokkaido, Japan = Adobestock Beautiful flowers farm colorful hill at Biei, Hokkaido, japan = Shutterstock African Marigold, Salvia splendens blossom in rainbow lines in the famous and beautiful Panoramic Flower Gardens Shikisai-no-oka at Hokkaido, Japan = Shutterstock Lavendar, scarlet sage blossom of Sunrise Park, Furano, Hokkaido, Japan = Shutterstock A Woman Standing in Lavender Field at Tomita Farm, Furano, Hokkaido, Japan = Shutterstock   Other great views in Biei and Furano A beautiful hill of Biei-cho, Hokkaido = Adobe Stock Ken & Mary tree, a famous spot in Biei-cho, Hokkaido Japan = Shutterstock Sunflower blossom in Hokusei no Oka Tenbo Park at Hokkaido, Japan = Shutterstock blue pond of bieishirogane town = Shutterstock blue pond of bieishirogane town = AdobeStock   Evening in Hokkaido Evening landscape. Biei Hokkaido, Japan = Shutterstock sunset in Biei, Hokkaido, Japan = Shutterstock Pretty sunset in Biei, Hokkaido, Japan = Shutterstock     Maps Biei Furano     I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to "Best of Hokkaido" ...

Japan still has a "geisha" culture. Geisha are women who entertain their guests wholeheartedly with Japanese dances and songs. Geisha is completely different from the courtesan "Oiran" that existed during the Edo period. In Kyoto, the geisha is called "geigi". Apprentice young geisha are called "maiko". Recently, women who have worked for the company may become geisha. Previously, I have interviewed geisha several times. They have learned very intellectual and delicate manners and are valuable successors of traditional culture. In Kyoto, events are held in spring and autumn where you can watch geisha dance. Geisha also play an active part in the Gion Festival in July. Please try the geisha culture! Photos of Gion Photos of Gion = Shutterstock   Photos of Gion = Shutterstock   Photos of Gion = Shutterstock   Photos of Gion = Shutterstock   Photos of Gion = Shutterstock   Photos of Gion = Shutterstock   Photos of Gion = Shutterstock   Photos of Gion = Shutterstock   Photos of Gion = Shutterstock     Map of Gion     I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to "Best of Kyoto"     Related posts: Photos: Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho) Photos: Traditional Kyoto in Summer Photos: Kodaiji Temple in Kyoto Photos: Cherry blossoms in Kyoto Photos: Kiyomizudera Temple in Kyoto Photos: Kamogawa River in Kyoto Photos: Nanzenji Temple in Kyoto Photos: The Jidai Matsuri Festival in Kyoto Photos: The fantastic illumination “Hanatouro” in Arashiyama, Kyoto Photos: Kifune, Kurama, Ohara in winter -Strolling around northern Kyoto Photos: Daitokuji Temple ...

Which do you like better, Kinkakuji or Ginkakuji? On this page, let me introduce the beautiful photos of these two temples that represent Kyoto. For more information about Kinkakuji and Ginkakuji, please see the articles below. Photos of Kinkakuji and Ginkakuji Ginkakuji Temple in Kyoto, Japan = Shutterstock   Kinkakuji Temple in Kyoto, Japan = Shutterstock   Ginkakuji Temple in Kyoto, Japan = Shutterstock   Ginkakuji Temple in Kyoto, Japan = Shutterstock   Kinkakuji Temple in Kyoto, Japan = Shutterstock   Ginkakuji Temple in Kyoto, Japan = Shutterstock   Kinkakuji Temple in Kyoto, Japan = Shutterstock   Ginkakuji Temple in Kyoto, Japan = AdobeStock   Kinkakuji Temple in Kyoto, Japan = Shutterstock     Map of Kinkakuji   Map of Ginkakuji     I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to "Best of Kyoto"     Related posts: Photos: Kodaiji Temple in Kyoto Photos: The historic hill roads in Kyoto -Sannei-zaka, Ninei-zaka, etc. Photos: The Jidai Matsuri Festival in Kyoto Photos: Cherry blossoms in Kyoto Photos: Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho) Photos: Kifune, Kurama, Ohara in winter -Strolling around northern Kyoto Kyoto! 26 Best Attractions : Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizudera, Kinkakuji etc. Photos: Nara -The ancient capital of Japan Photos: Geisha (Maiko & Geigi) in Gion, Kyoto Photos: Traditional Kyoto in Summer Photos: Snow-covered villages in Japan Photos: Koyasan

Hakodate in southern Hokkaido is covered with snow from January to March.Hakodate at this time is really beautiful.The seafood rice bowl at the market called Asaichi is also the best. Let's take a virtual trip to Hakodate! Please refer to the following article for details. Photos of Hakodate Night view from Mt. Hakodate = Shutterstock   Winter scenery from Mount Hakodate = Shutterstock   Mt. Hakodate seen from Hakodate Port = Shutterstock   The city of Hakodate seen from the slope of Motomachi = Shutterstock   City tram running in Hakodate city = Shutterstock   Hakodate city in winter   Kanemori Aka Renga Soko in Hakodate = Shutterstock   Hokodate Morning Market near the Hakodate Station   Seafood bowl at Hakodate morning market = Shutterstock   Beautifully illuminated Goryokaku = Shutterstock   Beautifully illuminated Goryokaku = Shutterstock   There is a beautiful Mount Komagatake in the suburbs of Hakodate = Shutterstock   You can enjoy skiing and snowboarding at Onuma Park in the suburbs of Hakodate = Shutterstock   Map of Hakodate     I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to "Best of Hakodate"     Related posts: Hakodate! 7 Best Tourist Attractions and Things to do Photos: Biei and Furano in summer Photos:Taushubetsu bridge in Hokkaido Photos: Tomamu in Hokkaido Photos: Horses in Hokkaido Photos: Beautiful forests in Tokachi, Hokkaido Photos: Noboribetsu Onsen -Hokkaido's largest hot spring resort Photos: Yokohama Photos: Koyasan Photos: Snow-covered villages in Japan Photos: Okinawa's Beautiful Sea 1 -Enjoy the endlessly clear waters Photos: The night view ...

If you want to enjoy beautiful Japanese countryside views from the train, I recommend the JR Tadami Line in western Fukushima Prefecture. The Tadami line runs from Aizu-Wakamatsu, an ancient city where you can feel the samurai culture of Japan, through the mountains. Photos of Tadami Line JR Tadami Line in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   JR Tadami Line in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   JR Tadami Line in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   JR Tadami Line in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   JR Tadami Line in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   JR Tadami Line in Fukushima Prefecture = Pixta   JR Tadami Line in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   JR Tadami Line in Fukushima Prefecture = Pixta   JR Tadami Line in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock     Map of Aizu-Wakamatsu     I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to "Best of Fukushima"     Related posts: Photos: Ouchijuku Village in Fukushima Prefecture Photos: Hanamiyama Park in Fukushima Prefecture Fukushima Prefecture! Best Attractions and Things to do Photos: The Miharu Takizakura -The best cherry tree in Japan! Photos: Ise Jingu Shrine in Mie Prefecture Photos: Kanazawa in Ishikawa prefecture Photos: Motonosumi Shrine in Yamaguchi Prefecture Photos: Gunkanjima Island in Nagasaki Prefecture Photos: Togakushi Shrine in Nagano Prefecture Photos: Biwako Valley in Shiga Prefecture Photos: Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture Photos: Snow-covered villages in Japan

Beppu, located in the eastern part of Kyushu, is Japan's largest hot spring resort. When you visit Beppu, you'll first be surprised at the hot springs that spring up here and there. When you look out over the cityscape of Beppu from the hill, as you can see on this page, steam is rising everywhere. They are by no means a fire. At night, these steams illuminate and shine beautifully. Photos of Beppu                     Map of Beppu     I appreciate you reading to the end. Please see other photos.   Back to "Best of Beppu" About me Bon KUROSAWA  I have long worked as a senior editor for Nihon Keizai Shimbun (NIKKEI) and currently work as an independent web writer. At NIKKEI, I was the editor-in-chief of the media on Japanese culture. Let me introduce a lot of fun and interesting things about Japan. Please refer to this article for more details. Related posts: Photos: Beppu (4) Enjoy hot springs in various styles! Beppu! Enjoy at Japan's largest hot spring resort! Photos: Beppu (3) Let's visit various Hells (Jigoku） Photos: Beppu (2) The beautiful changes of the four seasons! Photos: Noboribetsu Onsen -Hokkaido's largest hot spring resort Shining Spring and Distant Snow Scene: From 10 beautiful pictures! Photos: Hakone -Recommended hot spring area near Tokyo Photos: Winter at Niseko Ski Resort in Hokkaido -Enjoy the powder snow! Photos: Kinosaki Onsen -Popular traditional hot spring town in Hyogo Prefecture Photos: Ginzan Onsen -A retro hot spring ...

If you were to ask me which is the most beautiful cherry blossom in Japan, I would say the Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture.The Miharu Takizakura tree is over 1000 years old. This beautiful cherry tree has long been protected and loved by the local people. Let's go on a virtual trip to appreciate the Miharu Takizakura! Photos of the Miharu Takizakura The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock   The Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima Prefecture = Shutterstock     Map of Miharu Takizakura     I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to "Best of Fukushima"     Related posts: Photos: Hanamiyama Park in Fukushima Prefecture Photos: 11 Keywords to fully enjoy Japanese Cherry Blossoms Photos: Snow-covered villages in Japan Photos: Mt. Yoshino -30,000 cherry trees bloom in spring! Photos: Koyasan Photos: Ise Jingu Shrine in Mie Prefecture Photos: Kanazawa in Ishikawa prefecture Photos: San'in -A mysterious land where old-fashioned Japan remains! Photos: Biwako Valley in Shiga Prefecture Photos: Shogawa Gorge cruise -River cruise in a pure white world! Photos: Kashima-jingu Shrine in Ibaraki Prefecture Photos: Sakura- Cherry blossoms ...

Takachiho is a mysterious land known as the home of Japanese mythology. It is located in the mountainous area of Miyazaki Prefecture in eastern Kyushu. The town still retains the mythical spots and Kagura dances associated with them. It is also famous for the beautiful sea of clouds in autumn. And the most popular tourist spot in this town is the Takachiho Gorge. Let's take a virtual trip to Takachiho with many photos! Photos of Takachiho Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture = Shutterstock   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture = ADobeStock   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture = Shutterstock   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture = Shutterstock   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture = Shutterstock   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture   Takachiho in Miyagaki Prefecture     Map of Takachiho     I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to "Best of Miyazaki"     Related posts: Photos: Oze in Gunma Prefecture Photos: Biwako Valley in Shiga Prefecture Photos: Kanazawa in Ishikawa prefecture Photos: Hanamiyama Park in Fukushima Prefecture Photos: Ise Jingu Shrine in Mie Prefecture Photos: Gunkanjima Island in Nagasaki Prefecture Photos: Togakushi Shrine in Nagano Prefecture Photos: Motonosumi Shrine in Yamaguchi Prefecture Photos: Tadami Line in Fukushima Prefecture Photos: Shuri Castle in Okinawa Prefecture Photos: Matsue in Shimane Prefecture Photos: Hikone Castle in Shiga Prefecture

There are people with a variety of strange hobbies. Actually, I love comparing hotel reservation sites. When I book a hotel, I check it with many booking sites and book it with the site I was most convinced about. For me with such a hobby, I feel that there are tourists using reservation sites that I can not recommend much. Therefore, I will introduce about the hotel reservation sites recommended for everyone by making a site different from "Best of Japan" from now on. On this page, I will introduce some of the hotel reservation sites I recommend. For details about accommodation in Japan such as hotel, Ryokan, Minshuku please see the following article. Click on each image, the booking site will be displayed on a separate page 2 Best Comparison Sites for Booking Accommodation in Japan There are really many sites that you can book a hotel or Ryokan in Japan. It is almost impossible to see all of it. So, the first thing I would like to recommend is 'comparison sites' where you can compare accommodation plans of many hotel reservation sites. TripAdvisor TripAdvisor If you want to find accommodation that is right for you in some city such as Tokyo or Kyoto, I recommend that you first check in TripAdvisor. TripAdvisor is a very famous comparison site. This site has two advantages. First, by using TripAdvisor, you can gather information about the most rated hotels etc in the city you are going to go. Secondly, you can find the cheapest accommodation plan ...

When traveling in Japan you can move very efficiently by combining shinkansen (Bullet train), airplane, bus, taxi, car hire etc. If you add a Shinkansen ride to your itinerary, it will be a pleasant memory. In that case, purchasing "Japan Rail Pass" would be very reasonable. On this page, I will introduce an overview of them. This page is quite long. If you click the "show" button in each item, detailed hidden contents will be displayed. please take advantage of the table of contents.  You can return to the top by pressing the arrow button on the bottom right of this page. Japan Rail Pass Official website of "Japan Rail Pass". Click it and it will be displayed on a separate page Clicking the image will display this map on the official website of Japan Rail Pass on a separate page About If you plan to travel within Japan using JR trains such as Shinkansen, you may want to purchase "Japan Rail Pass" before departure. Japan Rail Pass (also commonly called JR Pass) is a very cost effective rail pass that JR offers for foreign tourists. You can ride a lot on JR 's Shinkansen and regular express etc. The price of Japan Rail Pass is, for example,  33,000 yen per person (7 days, Ordinary car type). In Japan, it takes about 28,000 yen for one person to go back and forth between Tokyo and Osaka at Shinkansen. If you use a lot of JR, Japan Rail Pass will become your very powerful "friend". Below is the ...

From here I would like to introduce you to Japanese life and culture. I think that the keyword to understand Japanese life and culture is "Harmony". Therefore, I would like to summarize Japanese life and culture from this viewpoint of "harmony" on this site. "Harmony" which is based on Japanese life and culture What image do you have about Japan? From some people, Japan seems to be a very difficult country to understand. Japan may be "Galapagos" in a sense. In an island country away from the continent, unique living and culture has been nurtured. After coming to Japan, many people are surprised at the life and culture that have developed like the Galapagos. While enormous cities such as Tokyo and Osaka develop, the rich nature of the four seasons welcomes visitors. Traditions such as shrines, sumo and kabuki still remain, but new cultures such as animation, cosplay, robots, etc. are born one after another. A country where all contradictory things are symbiotic. That is Japan. If you click the image below, you will be brought to the world of Japanese mysterious harmony. I have prepared various pages, so please visit a lot of pages and have fun. Harmony with Nature Harmony with People Tradition Modernity   Recommended videos introducing Japanese life and culture   I appreciate you reading to the end.   Back to Home About me Bon KUROSAWA  I have long worked as a senior editor for Nihon Keizai Shimbun (NIKKEI) and currently work as an independent web writer. At NIKKEI, I was ...

There are many things you can enjoy on your trip to Japan. Among them, what kind of things do you intend to build your travel plan for? On this page, I enumerated what you can enjoy in Japan. Please click on the image of the item you are interested in and obtain more detailed information. Basic information for booking tickets and tours unidentified foreigner tourist wearing kimono, the national tradition costume of Japan walking at Sensoji temple the famous temple in Tokyo, Japan = shutterstock Before explaining what you should enjoy in Japan, please be aware of one basic information to make your journey wonderful. That's about how to book various tickets and tours. I am introducing this point in the following article, so please drop in if you are interested.   20 Best things you can enjoy on your trip to Japan Then, below, I will list the 20 things I recommend to you. If you click on each image, you can move to the corresponding article. Japanese Foods Shopping Snow Destinations Cherry Blossoms Flowers Two young Japanese girls sit on red carpet floor to see and enjoy Autumn colorful foliage Japanese garden at Enkoji temple, Kyoto, Japan. Here is Rinzai Zen Sect and very famous during fall season = shutterstock Autumn Leaves Japanese gardens Onsen (Hot Spring) Animals and fish Hiking Cosplayer as characters in Japan cosplay festival .Cosplayers often interact to create a subculture, and a broader use of the term "cosplay", Osaka, Japan = shutterstock Amusement Parks and Theme Parks Festivals ...

On this site, I have pages to introduce individually in various parts of Japan. You can go to the pages by watching the menu and clicking on the titles you are interested in. However, I listed these pages below. Look at the following and if there is a page of your interest, please click on it and go to that page. Because Japan is a very wide country in the north and south, Hokkaido in the north and Kyushu and Okinawa in the south are quite different. I hope that you will find your favorite Japan on my site. 10 Best Itineraries: Where would you like to go? If you want to overview what kind of sightseeing spots are in Japan, please read the following page.   Best Destinations when traveling in Japan The most popular destinations in Japan are the following. Look at the slide images and click on any place you are interested in.   The following are related articles by region.   Hokkaido Recommended destinations Sapporo Hakodate Furano/Biei   Tohoku region (Northeastern part of Honshu) Recommended destinations Sendai (Miyagi Prefecture) Towada, Oirase (Aomori Prefecture) Aizuwakamatsu (Fukushima prefecture)   Kanto Region (Around Tokyo） Recommended destinations Tokyo Hakone (Kanagawa Prefecture) Kamakura (Kanagawa Prefecture)   Chubu Region (Central Honshu) Recommended destinations Mt. Fuji (Yamanashi, Shizuoka Prefecture) Shirakawago (Gifu Prefecture) Kanazawa (Ishikawa Prefecture)   Kansai region (Around Kyoto and Osaka) Recommended destinations Kyoto (Kyoto Prefecture) Nara  (Nara Prefecture) Osaka (Osaka Prefecture)   Chugoku Region (Western Honshu) Recommended destinations Hiroshima (Hiroshima Prefecture) Miyajima (Hiroshima Prefecture) Matsue (Shimane ...

There are people with a variety of strange hobbies. Actually, I love comparing hotel reservation sites. When I book a hotel, I check it with many booking sites and book it with the site I was most convinced about. For me with such a hobby, I feel that there are tourists using reservation sites that I can not recommend much. Therefore, I will introduce about the hotel reservation sites recommended for everyone by making a site different from "Best of Japan" from now on. On this page, I will introduce some of the hotel reservation sites I recommend. For details about accommodation in Japan such as hotel, Ryokan, Minshuku please see the following article. Click on each image, the booking site will be displayed on a separate page 2 Best Comparison Sites for Booking Accommodation in Japan There are really many sites that you can book a hotel or Ryokan in Japan. It is almost impossible to see all of it. So, the first thing I would like to recommend is 'comparison sites' where you can compare accommodation plans of many hotel reservation sites. TripAdvisor TripAdvisor If you want to find accommodation that is right for you in some city such as Tokyo or Kyoto, I recommend that you first check in TripAdvisor. TripAdvisor is a very famous comparison site. This site has two advantages. First, by using TripAdvisor, you can gather information about the most rated hotels etc in the city you are going to go. Secondly, you can find the cheapest accommodation plan ...

When traveling in Japan you can move very efficiently by combining shinkansen (Bullet train), airplane, bus, taxi, car hire etc. If you add a Shinkansen ride to your itinerary, it will be a pleasant memory. In that case, purchasing "Japan Rail Pass" would be very reasonable. On this page, I will introduce an overview of them. This page is quite long. If you click the "show" button in each item, detailed hidden contents will be displayed. please take advantage of the table of contents.  You can return to the top by pressing the arrow button on the bottom right of this page. Japan Rail Pass Official website of "Japan Rail Pass". Click it and it will be displayed on a separate page Clicking the image will display this map on the official website of Japan Rail Pass on a separate page About If you plan to travel within Japan using JR trains such as Shinkansen, you may want to purchase "Japan Rail Pass" before departure. Japan Rail Pass (also commonly called JR Pass) is a very cost effective rail pass that JR offers for foreign tourists. You can ride a lot on JR 's Shinkansen and regular express etc. The price of Japan Rail Pass is, for example,  33,000 yen per person (7 days, Ordinary car type). In Japan, it takes about 28,000 yen for one person to go back and forth between Tokyo and Osaka at Shinkansen. If you use a lot of JR, Japan Rail Pass will become your very powerful "friend". Below is the ...