Perfect if you want to see some unusual sights, the festivals of Chubu bring some intensity to an otherwise peaceful and natural …
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Osaka’s autumn leaves transform quiet corners of the busy city into seasonal treats, from temples to mountains and beyond.
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Top 12 Spots for Autumn Leaves in Japan
Get your fall fix wherever you are in Japan—from Hokkaido’s mountain ranges to the secret valleys of Kansai, there’s plenty of …
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World’s First Godzilla Theme Park Opens on Awaji Island
Get up close and personal at this museum dedicated to everyone's favorite disaster movie lizard.
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Japan by Prefecture: Hokkaido and Tohoku Region
Tohoku and Hokkaido give a real feel of rural Japan. With untouched scenery and a peaceful atmosphere, you can escape from …
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Viewing Autumn Leaves in Kyoto and Beyond
A list of beautiful places for viewing beautiful Kyoto autumn leaves, plus day trip ideas to Nara, Wakayama and Shiga Prefectures.
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A Mini Guide to Nagano’s Yatsugatake Area
Hike the eight-peak mountain range, take a gondola ride for scenic views, or check out some contemporary art.
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Japan’s Mysterious Key-shaped Burial Mounds
Learn about kofun, ancient Japanese burial grounds, and where to see them.
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Kanazawa’s Top Airbnb Options: Traditional Machiya and Riverside Stays
Stay in one of Kanazawa's many machiya, traditional wooden houses.
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Hiking the Yatsugatake Mountain Range for Panoramic Views
For spectacular views of the Japanese Alps and Mt. Fuji, venture up the Yatsugatake mountain range.
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Japan by Prefecture: The Kansai Region
For a window into old Japan, Kansai's neon-lit cities and lantern-lit temples are only a train ride away!
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ONLY in JAPAN YouTube Channel Organizes Online Festivals for Japan Fireworks Industry
With the help of a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter, ONLY in JAPAN YouTube creator John Daub is organising not one but two …
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Japan by Prefecture: The Chugoku Region
Easily reached from the likes of Kyoto and Osaka, extend your trip to Hiroshima for a break from busy crowds and a step back …
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Japan by Prefecture: The Shikoku Region
Although it is small in size, Shikoku has plenty to keep adventurers exploring, and is a brilliant way to see Japan before it …
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Japan by Prefecture: The Kanto Region
Kanto is perfect for exploring when you're based in Tokyo, with opportunities to experience the most modern and most traditional …
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Old Tokaido Road: Hiking from Tokyo to Kyoto
Walk in the footsteps of Edo-era samurai.
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Japan’s Most Unique and Beautiful National Parks
There's just so much to see outside of the city!
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Takimi Onsen
Beautiful family run private onsen and ryokan. Home cooked local Japanese fare, by your own personal chef over a traditional Japanese Sunken Hearth. Good value deluxe experience, from 18,900yen per person per night. Best price by booking direct …
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HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Susukino
HOTEL MYSTAYS Sapporo Susukino is located in Sapporo's downtown area. It is ten minutes' walk from Susukino Subway Station, and just over an hour from New Chitose Airport by express train. The hotel is within walking distance of the urban oasis …
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Hotel Épinard Nasu
The Hotel Épinard Nasu is in the countryside, half an hour from Nasu Shiobara Station in Tochigi. A shuttle bus will transfer guests to the hotel from the station, and a direct shuttle is also available from Tokyo Station and Ikebukuro Station. …
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Utsunomiya Gyoza Festival
CancelledThe city of Utsunomiya in Tochigi prefecture is renowned for its gyoza—the dumpling of …
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Ube Festival
OnlineThis civic festival has been held annually in Ube City on the shores of the Seto Inland Sea …
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Hi-watari (Ritual Fire Walking) Festival at Daigan-ji Temple
CancelledA festival held at Daigan-ji on the island of Itsukushima/Miyajima in which priests and brave …
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Shitennoji Wasso Festival
CancelledWatch a parade of more than 1000 people colourfully clad in traditional clothing shout …
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Karuizawa Momiji Festival
Get your koyo groove on with six weeks of awesome autumnal foliage and a shedload of great …
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Nigohachi Festival
CancelledThe Nigohachi Festival (ni-go-hachi means two-five-eight) is an Autumn festival that takes …
Tours & Tickets
Book Yourself a Room on Wheels with DreamDrive
Travel in comfort, avoid crowds and public transport, and go wherever you please with …
Visit a Mountain Temple, Hot Springs and More in Yamagata
Enjoy a three-day guided tour of Yamadera, Ginzan Onsen and Mount Gassan. Experience tea …
Yamagata30% off Mobile Hotspot rental from Ninja WiFi
Ninja Wifi is the biggest provider of rental pocket wifi devices to international visitors …
