Explore fishing villages, terraced rice fields, and unrivaled coastal drives on Ishikawa's rugged northern peninsula Travel guide by the Japan National Tourism Organization The Noto Peninsula is a 100-kilometer stretch of land that juts out into the sea, making up the northern area of...
Scattered emerald green islands pepper Miyagi's beautiful coastline Travel guide by the Japan National Tourism Organization The coastal communities of Miyagi Prefecture rely on and respect the sea. After the devastation of the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami...
Sunmesse Nichinan Travel guide by the Japan National Tourism Organization A seaside theme park with epic views and giant Easter Island Moai replicas Perched on top of a hill overlooking the...
Tateyama Castle Travel guide by the Japan National Tourism Organization A castle in a park, with a museum that re-creates life in Edo times Tateyama Castle is in Chiba ,...
See the Oga no Namahage masked deities, a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Article by the Japan National Tourism Organization published on 2019/1 In December 2018, Oga no Namahage (English available), a traditional folk event in Oga, Akita Prefecture, was registered as...
The Power and Natural Beauty of a Real Volcano, at Kirishima-Kinkowan National Park Article by the Japan National Tourism Organization published on 2017/8 Plumes of smoke rise over an expansive lava field, like a scene out of an epic movie. This...
Come to the charming island of Shikoku! Article by the Japan National Tourism Organization published on 2012/7 Shikoku is one of Japan’s four main islands and is full of charm. Ehime prefecture, for example, which...
The vast natural beauty of the Hata area in Kochi Prefecture offers countless activities to discover Article by the Japan National Tourism Organization published on 2018/5. Surrounded by all the glories of nature—oceans, rivers, and mountains—the Hata area is full of opportunities for...
Relax both your body and soul at the Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture! Article by the Japan National Tourism Organization published on 2016/1 Izu Peninsula is one of the most famous tourist sites in Japan with its hot spring baths overlooking...
The Izu Peninsula Global Geopark is your destination for land and sea fun! Article by the Japan National Tourism Organization published on 2018/5 The Izu Peninsula is a gorgeous natural wonderland surrounded by lush mountains and blue seas. Whether you’re...
Stay an extra day in Tokyo. Select your favorite activities to enjoy Japan one step deeper! Article by the Japan National Tourism Organization published on 2017/11 In Tokyo’s neighboring prefectures of Kanagawa, Chiba, and Saitama there are a wide variety of destinations to enjoy great...
Kumano Kodo – A Holy Hiking Experience Article by the Japan National Tourism Organization published on 2017/1 Set against a backdrop of stunning natural beauty, the “Kumano Kodo” World Heritage site offers an unforgettable hiking...
