2015年6月10日水曜日

Kokyo (Tokyo Imperial Palace)

The Tokyo Imperial Palace is the main residence of the Emperor of Japan. It is a large park-like area located in the Chiyoda ward of Tokyo.It is built on the site of the old Edo Castle.   →more info

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Seimon Ishibashi at the Imperial Palace

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Yurakucho Station (Tokyo)


about 2 hours by train and walk

From Narita International Airport

about 4 hours by train and walk

From Kansai International Airport



Jomon Sugi

Jōmon Sugi is a large cryptomeria tree (yakusugi) located on Yakushima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in Japan. It is the oldest and largest among the old-growth cryptomeria trees on the island, and is estimated to be between 2,170 and 7,200 years old.  →more info

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Yakushima (Kagoshima)


about 11 hours by airplane and trekking

From Narita International Airport

about 9 hours by airplane and trekking

From Kansai International Airport



Horyu-ji

The temple's pagoda is widely acknowledged to be one of the oldest wooden buildings existing in the world.  →more info

Video
「五重塔」 法隆寺 - 奈良

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Horyu-ji Station (Nara)


about 5 hours by train and walk

From Narita International Airport

about 2 hours by train and walk

From Kansai International Airport



Fukagawa Matsuri

Fukagawa Matsuri is one of the three great Shinto festivals of Tokyo, along with the Kanda Matsuri and Sannō Matsuri.  →more info

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Fukagawa Hachiman Matsuri 39

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Monzen-nakacho Station (Tokyo)


about 2 hours by train

From Narita International Airport

about 4 hours by train

From Kansai International Airport



Tokyo Kokusai Foramu

 "Tokyo Kokusai Foramu" is a multi-purpose exhibition center in Tokyo, Japan.Designed by architect Rafael Viñoly and completed in 1996, it features swooping curves of steel truss and glass; the outside is shaped like an elongated boat.  →more info

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Yurakucho Station (Tokyo)


about 2 hours by train

From Narita International Airport

about 4 hours by train

From Kansai International Airport



2015年6月7日日曜日

Jōdogahama

Jōdogahama is a nationally-designated Place of Scenic Beauty.   →more info

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Shark Fins

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Miyako Station (Iwate)


about 7 hours by train and taxi or bus

From Narita International Airport

about 10 hours by train and taxi or bus

From Kansai International Airport



2015年6月5日金曜日

Shiroyone Senmaida

Shiroyone Senmaida (A Thousand Rice Paddies in Shiroyone) is the rice terraces located in Shiroyone town, Wajima City of Ishikawa Prefecture. The scenery of 1,004 small rice paddies on steep slopes along the seaside is splendid, and thus famous among the many other rice terraces in Japan.   →more info

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素直にすくすく大きくなあれ

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Wakura Onsen Station (Ishikawa)


about 6 hours by train and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 6 hours by train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



Himeji-jō (Himeji Castle)

The castle is known as Shirasagi-jō ("White Heron Castle") .  →more info

Video
Here Comes The Sun

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Himeji Station (Hyogo)


about 5 hours by train and walk

From Narita International Airport

about 3 hours by train and walk

From Kansai International Airport



Umihotaru (Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line)

The Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line is a bridge–tunnel combination across Tokyo Bay in Japan. At the bridge–tunnel crossover point, there is an artificial island called Umihotaru with a rest area consisting of restaurants, shops and amusement facilities.  →more info


Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line

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Umihotaru (Chiba)


about 3 hours by train and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by  train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



2015年6月3日水曜日

Naruto no Uzushio (Naruto whirlpools)

Naruto whirlpools as seen from tourist boats.  →more info

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「渦」 鳴門 - 徳島

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Narutokoen-guchi bus stop (Tokushima)


about 5 hours by airplane and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 3 hours by High-speed Ferry and bus

From Kansai International Airport



Honen-in (Temple)

If you want to spend a leisurely hour, you ought to visit Honen-in Temple in Kyoto.   →more info

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The inside そと側とうち側 京都市左京区 法然院

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Kyoto Station (Kyoto)


about 5 hours by train and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 3 hours by train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



Sakurajima ("Cherry Island")

Sakurajima is an active composite volcano (stratovolcano) and a former island.The volcanic activity still continues and should not be approached.   →more info

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桜島火山爆發

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Kagoshima Station (Kagoshima)


about 6 hours by airplane and train

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by airplane and train

From Kansai International Airport




2015年6月2日火曜日

Nachi no Taki (Nachi Falls)

Nachi Falls is one of the best-known waterfalls in Japan. It is part of the "Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range" UNESCO World Heritage Site.  →more info

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NOT Available - Nachi Waterfalls & Nachi Taisha, Wakayama

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Kii-Katsuura Station (Wakayama)


about 9 hours by train and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



Nagasaki Sailing Ships Festival

Sailing Ships from both home and abroad gather in the port city of Nagasaki for Japan’s greatest sailing ships event. Fireworks displays and beautifully illuminated tall ships add grace to Nagasaki Port’s nightscape.  →more info

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Dejima Station (Nagasaki)


about 6 hours by airplane and train,express bus,tram

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by airplane and train,express bus,tram

From Kansai International Airport



Shirahama (Wakayama)

Shirahama is a resort town on the south coast of Wakayama Prefecture. Shirahama is known for its hot springs. During the summer (July and August), there are fireworks every night on the beach.  →more info

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Shirahama beach

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Shirahama Station (Wakayama)


about 8 hours by train and bus or taxi

From Narita International Airport

about 3 hours by train and express bus

From Kansai International Airport





Kintai-kyō (The Kintai Bridge)

The Kintai Bridge is a historical wooden arch bridge, in the city of Iwakuni.The bridge was built in 1673, spanning the Nishiki River in a series of five wooden arches.   →more info

Video
Kintai Kyo. Iwakuni Arc Bridge. A Sakura Night View - Japan

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Iwakuni Station (Yamaguchi)


about 7 hours by train and bus

From Narita International Airport
bus or taxi.

about 5 hours by train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



Tenno Matsuri

Tenno Matsuri is a festival held annually, on the fourth Saturday of July, in Tsushima, Aichi. The highlight of the two-day event is the evening festival in which a dozen boats, each decorated with nearly 400 paper lanterns, float down the Tenno River.   →more info

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Tenno Matsuri #5

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Tsushima Station (Aichi)


about 4 hours by train and walk

From Narita International Airport

about 4 hours by train and walk

From Kansai International Airport



Daigozakura

Famous cherry giant tree from ancient times. 

Video
PhoTones Works #4962

・Location  →Map


Tsukida Station (Okayama)


about 8 hours by train and taxi

From Narita International Airport

about 6 hours by train and taxi

From Kansai International Airport



Tower of stained glass (THE HAKONE OPEN-AIR MUSEUM)

Spend a spiritually rich time surrounded by huge field sculptures and nature of Hakone.  →more info


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Chokokunomori Station (Kanagawa)


about 3 hours by train

From Narita International Airport

about 6 hours by train

From Kansai International Airport



Penguins walk (Asahiyama Zoo)

A zoo featuring fascinating exhibits showing the behavior of the animals in their natural habitats.  →more info

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旭山動物園 Asahiyama Zoo

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Asahikawa Station (Hokkaido)


about 6 hours by airplane and train,bus

From Narita International Airport

about 7 hours by airplane and train,bus

From Kansai International Airport



2015年5月30日土曜日

Yuki-no-Otani (Snow Wall)

The 500m-long snow wall is formed each spring on either side of the highway after snow is cleared for the opening of the Alpine Route. The awe-inspiring snow wall can reach a height of up to 20m, which is comparable to a seven-story building. The walls are still 10m in height even in late June at the end of the season.  →more info

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そびえる雪の壁

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Tateyama Station (Toyama)


about 7 hours by train and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 6 hours by train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



2015年5月29日金曜日

Korakuen (japanese Garden)

In 1687, the daimyo Ikeda Tsunamasa ordered construction of the garden.Now, it is one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan.  →more info

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PhoTones Works #6755

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Zyouka Station (Okayama)


about 5 hours by train

From Narita International Airport

about 3 hours by train

From Kansai International Airport



Akashi Kaikyō Ō-hashi (Bridge)

Since its completion in 1998, the bridge has had the longest central span of any suspension bridge in the world, at 1,991 metres (6,532 ft; 1.237 mi).  →more info

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PhoTones Works #3480

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Maiko-kōen Station (Hyougo)


about 5 hours by train

From Narita International Airport

about 2 hours by train

From Kansai International Airport



Otaru Unga (Otaru Canal)

The town's nostalgic, old-fashioned mood is enhanced by its architecture and layout. A beautiful large canal flows through it.  →more info

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Otaru Yuki Akari no Michi

・Location  →Map

Otaru Station (Hokkaido)


about 4 hours by airplane and train

From Narita International Airport

about 4 hours by  airplane and train

From Kansai International Airport



Mifuneyamarakuen (Mifuneyama Garden)

Mifuneyamarakuen is historic gardens since 1845.  →more info

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Takeo Onsen Station (Saga)


about 5 hours by airplane and train and walk

From Narita International Airport

about 4 hours by airplane and train and walk

From Kansai International Airport



Narazawa Daitengu (Narazawa Shrine Festival)

Daitengu dance, wielding 2.5 meters of the torch in the darkness. Touching the embers are thought to Lucky.  →more info

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Narazawa Shrine Festival (Tengu Fire Dance), Iiyama, Nagano 20110917

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Iiyama Station (Nagano)


about 4 hours by train and walk

From Narita International Airport

about 6 hours by train and walk

From Kansai International Airport



Kaimondake (Kaimondake volcano)

Kaimondake known as 'Fuji of Satsuma'.  →more info

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開聞岳 Mt. Kaimon

・Location  Map

Kaimon Station (Kagoshima)


about 5 hours by airplane and train

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by airplane and train

From Kansai International Airport



Tancho (Red-crowned Crane)

Rare and beautiful crane.  →more info

→Video
Crane 鶴③

・Location  →Map

Tancho Observation Center (Hokkaido)


about 7 hours by airplane and train and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 8 hours by airplane and train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



Yamato Museum

1/10-scale model of the battleship Yamato.  →more info

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Kure Station (Hiroshima)


about 7 hours by train

From Narita International Airport

about 4 hours by train

From Kansai International Airport



Taketomi-jima (Taketomi Island)

Beautiful island of coral reefs.  →more info

→Video
竹富島 2014 #8

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Taketomi-jima (Okinawa)


about 7 hours by airplane and Ferry

From Narita International Airport

about 6 hours by airplane and Ferry

From Kansai International Airport



2015年5月27日水曜日

Yufuin Onsen

Yufuin Onsen is the Leading Hot Spring Resort of Japan.   →more info

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Roten-buro

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Yufuin Station (Oita)


about 9 hours by train and walk

From Narita International Airport

about 7 hours by train and walk

From Kansai International Airport



Kurayami Matsuri

Every May, there is a traditional and historical festival called Kurayami Matsuri (darkness festival) in Okunitama Shrine.  →more info

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府中くらやみ祭り・Fuchu Kurayami Festival

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Futyu Station (Tokyo)


about 2 hours by train and walk

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by train and walk

From Kansai International Airport



Toshiya

This event is also called "New Year archery" and is held on the Sunday closest to January 15th. Rows of young women dressed in kimono in celebration of entering adulthood draw their bows, creating a very impressive sight.  →more info

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Toshiya Kyudo Archery Contest at Sanjusangendo Temple, Kyoto

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Sanjusangen-do (Kyoto)


about 4 hours by train and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 2 hours by train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



Lake Inawashiro

See verdure and wild birds in spring, enjoy summers with swimming and water sports, beautiful autumn foliage, and swans and winter sports in the winter.  →more info

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Lake Inawashiro at Twilight

・Location  →Map

Okinashima Station (Fukushima)


about 4 hours by train and taxi

From Narita International Airport

about 7 hours by trainy and taxi

From Kansai International Airport



Meigetsuin

Meigetsuin Temple is also known as Ajisaidera ("Hydrangea Temple") because hydrangea bloom in abundance on the temple grounds during the rainy season around June.   →more info

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明月院:Meigetsu-In

・Location  →Map

Kitakamakura Station (Kanagawa)


about 2 hours by train and walk

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by train and walk

From Kansai International Airport



Kamo-gawa (Kamo River)

In summer, restaurants open balconies looking out to the river.   →more info

→Video

鴨川

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Shijo Kawaramachi bus stop (Kyoto)


about 4 hours by train and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 2 hours by train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



Tottori sakyu (The Tottori Sand Dunes)

The Tottori Sand Dunes are the largest sand dunes in Japan.   →more info

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鳥取砂丘

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Tottori Station (Tottori)


about 7 hours by train and taxi

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by train and taxi

From Kansai International Airport



Ginzan Onsen (Hot Spring)

Ginzan Onsen's traditionally styled ryokan evoke nostalgic feelings of a bygone era.   →more info

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Oishida Station (Yamagata)


about 6 hours by train and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 8 hours by train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



Yuki-Onsen Hotaru-Matsuri (Firefly Festival)

At nighttime in early summer, many fireflies dance and glow in areas rich in nature around clear streams, a sight of breathtaking beauty that represents the mysteries of nature.  →more info

→Video
The Glow of a firefly

・Location  →Map

Itsukaichi Station (Hiroshima)


about 8 hours by train and bus 

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



Fuurin-ichi (Wind-bells Bazaar)

A wind-bells bazaar is held for 5 days containing July 20th and 21st, which is familiar as a poetical summer feature. Various kinds of wind-bells from over the country sound refreshing in these grounds.  →more info

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Kawasakidaishi Station (Kanagawa)


about 2 hours by train

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by train

From Kansai International Airport



2015年5月24日日曜日

Goraikou (mt.Fuji)

Sunrise seen from Mount Fuji summit.  →more info

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・Location  →Map

Yoshida Trail
Subashiri Trail
Gotemba Trail
Fujinomiya Trail




Tsuwano

Tsuwano is a castle town with an abundance of nature and historic areas.  →more info

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・Location  →Map

Tsuwano Station (Shimane)


about 8 hours by train

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by train

From Kansai International Airport



Sumo

Sumo Wrestlers are promoted or demoted according to their performance in six official tournaments held throughout the year.   →more info

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Sumo-14


January - Tokyo Ryōgoku Kokugikan

March - Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium

May - Tokyo Ryōgoku Kokugikan

July - Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium

September - Tokyo Ryōgoku Kokugikan

November - Fukuoka Kokusai Center


Tsumago

When you come here, you can return to the Japan of 300 years ago.  →more info

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Tsumago, Kiso Valley

・Location  →Map

Tsumago (Nagano)


about 6 hours by train and taxi

From Narita International Airport

about 5 hours by train and taxi

From Kansai International Airport



2015年5月23日土曜日

Namahage-Sedo Matsuri (February)

This festival is carried out as a tourist event that combines the Shinto shrine Sedo festival and the Namahage folk festival.  →more info

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・Location  →Map

Oga Station (Akita)


about 7 hours by train and Special bus (Only during the festival)

From Narita International Airport

about 10 hours by train and Special bus (Only during the festival)

From Kansai International Airport



Entrance to the Zen

Entrance to Ginkaku-ji (Jishō-ji)  →more info

Beginning of the ginkakuji はじまりの入り口 京都市左京区 銀閣寺

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Ginkakuji-mae Bus stop (Kyoto)


about 5 hours by train and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 3 hours by train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



SUNTORY YAMAZAKI DISTILLERY

Free tour of the distillery steeped in history and free tasting of some of the world's best whiskey.  →more info

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Yamazaki

・Location  →Map

Yamazaki Station (Osaka)


about 5 hours by train

From Narita International Airport

about 2 hours by train

From Kansai International Airport



Mount Hachimantai

Mount Hachimantai is one of the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains.  →more info

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Living In Color

・Location  →Map

Hachimantai Chojo Bus stop  (Iwate)


about 5 hours by trai and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 8 hours by train and bus

From Kansai International Airport



Yomeimon of Toshogu

Yomeimon is a gate with its over 500 ornate wood carvings in gold and vivid colors.  →more info

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Nikkō Tōshō-gū

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Tōbu-nikkō Station (Tochigi)


about 4 hours by train and walk

From Narita International Airport

about 7 hours by train and walk

From Kansai International Airport



Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

One of largest aquariums in the world.  →more info

→Video
沖縄 おきなわ。

・Location  →Map

Kinenkoen-mae (Okinawa)


about 8 hours by Airplane and bus

From Narita International Airport

about 6 hours by Airplane and bus

From Kansai International Airport