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Oirase Gorge: Japan’s Best Waterfalls & River Walk

January 10, 2026 / 100 Hidden Scenic Spots, 100 Landscapes of Japan, Aomori Prefecture, Autumn Foliage, Cycling, National Places of Scenery Beauty, Snow Scenery, Tōhoku Region, Trekking/Hiking in Japan

Immerse yourself in the ethereal beauty of Oirase Gorge (Oirase Keiryū, 奥入瀬渓流), a 14-kilometer stretch of crystal-clear mountain streams and moss-covered rock formations in Aomori Prefecture. Located within the Towada-Hachimantai National Park, this breathtaking valley is renowned as one of Japan’s most scenic destinations, especially during the vibrant autumn foliage season and the lush “fresh […]

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The Stunning Shika Island & Japan’s First National Treasure

January 22, 2025 / Beaches/Water Sports, Cycling, Fukuoka Prefecture, Kyūshū Region

North of Fukuoka’s city center, Shika Island (志賀島) is a great weekend getaway in Fukuoka. The island, which has a circumference of around 11 km, is one of the top destinations for the locals to enjoy nature, hot springs, and beach activities. To many Japanese, though, their stereotype of Shika Island is probably a historically

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Uminonakamichi Seaside Park – The Best Park in Fukuoka

January 19, 2025 / Cherry Blossom, Cycling, Fukuoka Prefecture, Hidden Gems, Kyūshū Region

If you are traveling away from Fukuoka’s city center, the Uminonakamichi Seaside Park (海の中道海浜公園) is another destination in Fukuoka City that has flowers blooming all year round. In fact, if you love taking photos in flower fields, Uminonakamichi Seaside Park is the best place to be in Fukuoka! In addition, the park has a 12

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Dorokyō – The Stunning Gorge that Spans Three Prefectures

May 14, 2025 / Beaches/Water Sports, Cycling, Hidden Gems, Kansai Region, Mie Prefecture, Nara Prefecture, National Places of Scenery Beauty, Wakayama Prefecture

Dorokyō Gorge (瀞峡) or Dorokyō Valley, located in the south of Totsukawa Village, is one of the National Places of Scenery Beauty (特別名勝). The picturesque valley remains a hidden gem to most. So if you enjoy various outdoor activities, Dorokyō can be the ideal destination to stop by when you visit the Kansai region!

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Naoshima Island – The Paradise for Contemporary Art Lovers

May 25, 2025 / Cycling, Kagawa Prefecture, Museums/Galleries, Shikoku Region

The Seto Inland Sea (瀬戸内海) is famous for its magnificent scenery. But another reason it is so well-known to the world is the Setouchi Triennale, also known as the Setouchi International Art Festival. This contemporary art festival is held every three years across the islands in the Seto Inland Sea. Even after the festival, many

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Hiruzen Highlands – A Great Place to Enjoy the Nature

August 5, 2024 / Autumn Foliage, Cherry Blossom, Chūgoku Region, Cycling, Hidden Gems, Okayama Prefecture, Theme Parks, Trekking/Hiking in Japan

Hiruzen Highlands (蒜山高原) in Okayama Prefecture, also known as Hiruzen Plateau, is one of the best highland resorts in Western Japan. It is reminiscent of Karuizawa near Tokyo. While architecture might be less fashionable, it has much more capacity for you to enjoy nature. At the same time, there are still stylish boutique shops for

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Sōja City and the Scenic Hidden Gems that Many Don’t Know

August 2, 2024 / Chūgoku Region, Cycling, Hidden Gems, Okayama Prefecture, Top 100 Japanese Castles

If you are after some hidden gems in the Chūgoku region, come to Sōja City (総社市) in Okayama Prefecture for the beautiful natural wonders that the non-locals might not be aware of. Apart from the scenic places, you will also find a castle that used to house demons. And on the other side of the

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Your Ultimate Bike Rental Guide in Obuse Nagano

June 20, 2024 / Accommodation, Cycling, Nagano Prefecture

Obuse is a lovely town in Nagano Prefecture, famous for its delicious chestnuts and ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai from the 18th century. And it is also on the way to Jigokudani Monkey Park (=ﾟωﾟ)ﾉ. While the main street of Obuse is within a 10-minute walk from Nagano Dentetsu’s Obuse Station, to really explore Obuse properly,

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Lake Tazawa – An Unfrozen Beautiful Azure Lake

April 16, 2024 / 100 Landscapes of Japan, Akita Prefecture, Cycling, Hidden Gems, Snow Scenery, Tōhoku Region

Lake Tazawa (田沢湖) in Semboku City in Akita Prefecture, with a depth of 422.4 meters, is the deepest lake in Japan. The 6 kilometers wide caldera lake was formed due to a volcanic eruption. Because of its depth, the lake can absorb a lot of heat in summer that even in the snowy winter, its

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Kojima Jeans Street and Other Awesome Attractions in Kojima

April 8, 2024 / Chūgoku Region, Cycling, Okayama Prefecture, Trekking/Hiking in Japan

Kojima District (児島郡) in Kurashiki City in Okayama Prefecture is Japan’s denim mecca. As soon as you step out of the JR train, you will be surprised by the amount of jeans-related decoration throughout the district. But Kojima is more than just Kojima Jeans Street. The sunset from Mt. Washu (鷲羽山) was chosen to be

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