Takayama City in Gifu Prefecture is one of the destinations that most people won’t miss when the Chūbu region (中部地方) is on their itinerary. Commonly referred to as Hida Takayama (飛騨高山), the city is conveniently located close to a couple of famous tourist spots such as Shirakawa-gō and Hida Furukawa (for those who are big […]
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Sanagi Island (佐柳島) in Kagawa Prefecture‘s Nakatado District (仲多度郡) was originally known for the Daitengu Shrine. The long‐nosed goblin enshrined here is famous for his ability to help pilgrims retrieve their lost possessions. However, more recently, Sanagi Island in Shikoku has gained a reputation as a cat island, where cats are known to jump between
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One of the most common questions we come across in many Japan travel forums is whether one should rent a portable WiFi device when travelling in Japan. While Japan SIM cards and Japan eSIMs are much cheaper than a small internet router, pocket WiFi can be the best option for your next Japan trip if
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The technology has advanced rapidly in the last few decades. In this day and age, a physical SIM card isn’t required to connect your cell phone to the local telecommunication networks (if the phone is one of the newer models). This makes traveling abroad much easier because you don’t need to switch physical SIM cards
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Staying connected to the internet in Japan is critical for obvious reasons, such as navigating the complicated train systems and translating menus. Purchasing a Japan tourist SIM is one of the best ways to access the internet while you explore the amazing country. Before you rush off and order a Japan travel SIM card for
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Agatsuma Gorge (吾妻渓谷) is a must-visit scenic spot in Kawarayu Onsen. The stunning gorge tucked away in the mountains of Gunma is a designed National Place of Scenery Beauty. Especially during the autumn leaves and fresh green seasons, the sheer valley is so beautiful buried amongst the red and light green trees.
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Yamba Dam (八ッ場ダム) at the south end of the Agatsuma Gorge is undoubtedly the most prominent landmark of Kawarayu Onsen. It can even be said that the construction of Yamba Dam made the hot spring town famous. While the dam has caused much controversy, its completion is definitely an asset to not only Naganohara Town
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One thing that many international tourists would love to experience in Japan is staying at a traditional ryokan. When you visit Kawarayu Onsen, Yamakikan (山木館), established in 1661, is the best ryokan in town for a taste of the traditional Japanese ambiance. On top of the wooden structure from a few centuries ago, Yamakikan is
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Kawarayu Onsen in Agatsuma District in Gunma Prefecture is a hot spring town almost one thousand years old. It was first discovered in 1193 by Japan’s first shogun, Minamoto no Yoritomo (源頼朝), the founder of the Kamakura shogunate. Due to Kawarayu Onsen’s close proximity to Kusatsu Onsen, the town thrived as its Agariyu (上がり湯), where
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If you are a history and architecture buff, visit the Former Mikasa Hotel (旧三笠ホテル) when you travel to Karuizawa. It is a purely Western-style wooden hotel designed and completed in 1905 by only the Japanese. The hotel, equipped with the finest facility and furniture at the time, was loved by those with high social status
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