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Tanesashi Coast Guide: Hachinohe Hiking & Vegan Travel Tips

June 1, 2026 / Aomori Prefecture, National Places of Scenery Beauty, Tōhoku Region, Trekking/Hiking in Japan

Looking for a breathtaking coastal escape in northern Japan that perfectly balances wild nature with plant-based travel? Look no further than the Tanesashi Coast (種差海岸) in Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture. Serving as the stunning northern terminus of the famous Michinoku Coastal Trail, this scenic 12-kilometer stretch of the Sanriku Fukkō National Park (三陸復興國立公園) features everything from […]

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Sueyoshi Park: The Hidden Jungle Park in Okinawa’s Capital

May 24, 2026 / Hidden Gems, Okinawa

Did you know that there is a jungle-like area in Naha City? The area is also incredibly close to Yui Rail’s Shiritsubyōin-mae Station (市立病院前駅) and Gibo Station (儀保駅)! Sueyoshi Park (末吉公園) has a very spacious ground of around 19 hectares. Taking many by surprise, a large part of the park looks just like a tropical

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The Best Guide to Naminoue Beach and Naminoue Shrine

May 24, 2026 / Beaches/Water Sports, Okinawa, Temples & Shrines

Speaking of Okinawa, it is the perfect destination to enjoy the stunning beaches. While Okinawa’s top beaches aren’t in the capital city, Naha, there is one beach for you to enjoy a last-minute swim in the warmer months or watersports. Plus, Okinawa’s highest-ranked shrine is just atop the cliff next to the beach!

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A Guide to Shurijō Castle – The Spiritual Symbol of Okinawa

May 24, 2026 / National Historic Site, Okinawa, Top 100 Japanese Castles, World Heritage

Shurijō (首里城), a world heritage castle in Okinawa and Japan’s National Historic Site, was the residence of the Ryūkyū Kingdom’s king from 1429 to 1879. Prior to the last king of Ryūkyū surrendering Okinawa to the Meiji government, the castle was the center of the island’s political, diplomatic, and cultural center for centuries.

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Discover Ancient Japan at Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter

June 16, 2026 / 100 Landscapes of Japan, Autumn Foliage, Cherry Blossom, Chūgoku Region, Cultural Experiences & Activities, Hidden Gems, Okayama Prefecture

The Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter (倉敷美観地区), also known as Japan’s “Little Venice”, is a historical area comprising classical Japanese architecture with a few outside influences such as the Ōhara Museum of Art, which looks like a Greek temple. It is situated along the Kurashiki River in the Okayama Prefecture. The Kurashiki River was originally used

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Kojima Jeans Street and Other Awesome Attractions in Kojima

May 14, 2026 / 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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Okayama’s Best Amusement Park: Brazilian Park Washuzan Highland

May 14, 2026 / Chūgoku Region, Okayama Prefecture, Theme Parks

If you don’t live in Japan, you probably won’t be thinking about going to an amusement park other than the Disney Resort in Tokyo or the Universal Studio in Osaka. But think twice when it comes to the Brazilian Park Washuzan Highland (ブラジリアンパーク 鷲羽山ハイランド). Not only has it got the common attractions such as the

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Mt. Shosha: How to Visit Himeji’s Hidden Mountain Temple

June 8, 2026 / Autumn Foliage, Hidden Gems, Hyōgo Prefecture, Kansai Region, Temples & Shrines, Trekking/Hiking in Japan, Vegan and Vegetarian-Friendly Spots, World Heritage

While millions of tourists flock to Hyogo Prefecture for the iconic white walls of Himeji Castle, few realize that an ancient, spiritual destination awaits just 25 minutes away. Rising quietly above the city, Mt. Shosha (書写山) is home to Engyōji Temple (圓教寺), a breathtaking 1,000-year-old Buddhist complex nestled deep within a dense, mossy forest. Famously

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