2 Chome-1-31 Yukinoshita, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-8588, Japan
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Tsurugaoka Hachimangū is a historic Shinto shrine located in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. Originally established in 1063 by Minamoto no Yoriyoshi and later expanded by Minamoto no Yoritomo in the late 12th century, the shrine is dedicated to Hachiman, the patron god of samurais and a deity of war and protection. It played a significant role in the Kamakura period as the spiritual center of the Minamoto clan.
Forest Adventure Ritto is an outdoor adventure park located in Ritto City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Nestled in a lush forest setting, it offers a thrilling, eco-friendly experience with a range of aerial obstacle courses designed for participants of various ages and skill levels. This park is part of the larger Forest Adventure network in Japan, known for its focus on adventure, safety, and environmental respect.
Tsubaki Grand Shrine, located in Mie Prefecture, Japan, is one of the country's oldest and most revered Shinto shrines. Dating back over 2,000 years, this shrine is dedicated to Sarutahiko-no-Ōkami, the deity of guidance, strength, and prosperity, and his consort Ame-no-Uzume-no-Mikoto, the goddess of dawn, mirth, and meditation. It’s known for its serene, sacred atmosphere and the lush natural surroundings that enhance its spiritual significance.
Hokkaido is the northernmost of Japan's four main islands and is known for its stunning natural beauty, distinct seasons, and unique culture. It is the second-largest island in Japan and offers a wide range of attractions and experiences for visitors. Its population was 5,383,579 people as of 2015.
Wakayama Castle was built in 1585 under the command of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. In the Edo period it flourished as an important base for the Tokugawa Clan, which turned out great numbers of generals. Now it serves as a symbol of Wakayama City, and its tower offers great views of the whole town. With approximately 600 famous cherry blossom trees, the castle is also a popular cherry blossom viewing spot in spring.
Wakayama Prefecture is a beautiful region located on Japan's Kii Peninsula in the Kansai region, southwest of Osaka. It’s renowned for its rich history, sacred sites, stunning coastlines, hot springs, and lush mountainous landscapes. Its population was 944,320 in 2017.
406-1 Zoshicho, Nara, Nara Prefecture 630-8211, Japan
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Todai-ji Temple, located in Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan, is one of the most significant and iconic Buddhist temples in the country. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to the largest bronze Buddha statue in Japan.
1-1 Horyuji Sannai, Ikaruga, Ikoma District, Nara 636-0115, Japan
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HÅryÅ«-ji is a Buddhist temple that was once one of the powerful Seven Great Temples, in Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture, Japan. The grounds of Horyuji (Horyu Temple) house the world's oldest surviving wooden structures, conveying images of Japan as it existed more than 1,300 years ago, during the Asuka Period (A.D.mid 6th-beginning of 8th c.).
300 Shigarakicho Tashiro, Koka, Shiga 529-1814, Japan
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The Miho Museum is located southeast of Kyoto, Japan, near the town of Shigaraki, in Shiga Prefecture. The museum stands deep in the forested hill west of central Koka and can be visited in a side trip from Kyoto. It was designed by the renowned architect, I. M. Pei, and is named after Koyama Mihoko, one of the richest women in Japan and the founder of the museum.
68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture 670-0012, Japan
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Himeji Castle, also known as Himeji-jo, is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site located in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. It is considered one of the most spectacular and well-preserved castles in the country. Unlike many other Japanese castles, Himeji Castle was never destroyed in wars, earthquakes or fires and survives in its original form.
Kofuku-ji is a historic Buddhist temple located in the city of Nara, which is located in the Nara Prefecture of Japan. It is conveniently located near Nara Park and other major attractions in the city. It holds significant cultural and historical importance and is one of the prominent temples in the city.
Hikone Castle is an Edo period castle in the city of Hikone, in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. It is considered the most significant historical building in Shiga. After a construction period of twenty years, Hikone Castle (å½¦æ ¹åŸŽ, HikonejÅ) was completed in 1622. The hilltop castle served as the seat of the Ii daimyo (feudal lords) until the end of the feudal age in 1868.
Shiga Prefecture is located on the east side of Kyoto Prefecture, and it is 10 minutes by train from Kyoto Station to Otsu, the capital of Shiga. Shiga developed as a supplier and a relay point for supplies and human resources to Nara, Kyoto and Osaka. The Lake Biwa, occupies one sixth of the prefecture area. Shiga Prefecture had a population of 1,412,916 in 2015.
407 Ichinomiyacho Sugyome, Shiso, Hyogo 671-4133, Japan
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Iwa Shrine is a Shinto shrine in the Ichinomiya neighborhood of the city of Shisō in Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan. It is the ichinomiya of former Harima Province. The main festival of the shrine is held annually on October 15.
Situated in the center of Shiga Prefecture, the lake takes its name from its natural shape, which resembles a biwa, a traditional Japanese lute. With around 235 kilometers of shoreline to explore, Lake Biwa has plenty to do, from swimming and pleasure cruising to strolling and island-hopping.
830 Taroji, Soni, Uda District, Nara 633-1202, Japan
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Within hiking distance of the pampas grass plains of Soni Highland, Okame-no-yu is popular for its outdoor rotenburo hotspring baths, with stunning views of the nearby mountains and plains. There is a restaurant on-site with Japanese and Western-style dishes, and there is a craft beer store and bar just down the road.
Hikone Castle is a Japanese Edo-period Japanese castle located in the city of Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Hikone Castle is a magnificent 400 year old structure. It stands three stories tall, with an outer wall of stone at its base, and ivory white stucco above, a beautiful harmony that is characteristic of this castle.
One of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan, Shimogamo Shrine is one of a pair alongside Kamigamo Shrine that was constructed in the sixth and seventh centuries in order to protect against malign influences. The shrine complex is surrounded by the Tadasu no Mori forest that shelters visitors in a world of green and winding streams as well as a small shrine used to pray for beauty.
Shimogamo Hangicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-0823, Japan
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Founded in 1924, the Kyoto Botanical Gardens is around 240,000㎡ and houses an impressive 12,000 species of plants, making it the oldest and most comprehensive public botanical garden in Japan. Though it fell into disuse in 1945, it was revived and reopened to the public in 1961.
2 Chome-2-1 Minatomirai, Nishi Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 220-0012, Japan
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Standing high above Yokohama’s Minato Mirai district, Yokohama Landmark Tower is one of the most recognizable features of Yokohama’s bayside skyline. At just over 296 meters tall, it is the second tallest building in Japan (the first is the Abeno Harukas skyscraper in Osaka).
