Okayama Prefecture is a prefecture of Japan located in the Chūgoku region of Honshu Island. As of October 1, 2025, Okayama Prefecture had a population of 1,815,165. Okayama is the prefectural capital and largest city, along with other major cities such as Kurashiki, Tsuyama, and Sōja.
Mount Sakurajima is one of Japan's most active volcanoes and a symbol of Kagoshima Island. It continuously spews smoke and frequently experiences small eruptions several times a day. Located in Kagoshima Bay, Sakurajima is the most prominent geographical feature of the area, with a height of 1117 meters and a circumference of approximately 50 km.
1-10 Otemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0051, Japan
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The Atomic Bomb Dome, also known as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, is an iconic structure located in Hiroshima, Japan. It serves as a powerful reminder of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima during World War II and commemorates the victims of the bomb, as well as symbolizing the importance of peace and nuclear disarmament.
Itsukushima, also known as Miyajima, is a small island located in the Seto Inland Sea of Japan, near the city of Hiroshima. It is renowned for its iconic Itsukushima Shrine, which is famous for its floating torii gate and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Mount Misen is a sacred mountain on the sacred island of Itsukushima, located in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japan. At 500 meters above sea level, Mount Misen is the highest peak on Miyajima Island. On clear days, it offers spectacular views of the Seto Inland Sea and, further afield, the city of Hiroshima. Several Buddhist structures are also located near the summit.
Hiroshima, the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture in Japan, holds immense historical significance as the first city to be hit by an atomic bomb during World War II. The city had an estimated population of 1,199,391 in 2019.
1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0588, Japan
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Itsukushima Shrine is a Shinto shrine on Itsukushima Island (commonly known as Miyajima), most famous for its "floating" torii gate on the outskirts of the shrine, the sacred peaks of Mount Misen, the vast forests and the sea views. It can be reached from the mainland by ferry at Miyajimaguchi Station.
1955-3 Kasedatakahashi, Minamisatsuma, Kagoshima 897-1123, Japan
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The Bansei Tokko Peace Museum is a war museum in Minamisatsuma, Kagoshima Prefecture. Opened in 1993, the museum commemorates 201 pilots from Bansei Air Base who perished in a Kamikaze suicide attack during the final months of the Pacific War. A memorial service is held in front of the museum's monument every April.
Kagoshima is the capital of Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. As of July 31, 2024, the city had an estimated population of 583,966 in 285,992 households. The Shiroyama Observatory is famous for its stunning views: the majestic Sakurajima volcano in Kinko Bay and the city of Kagoshima. Its spectacular nighttime scenery is also highly renowned.
Saga Prefecture is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Kyushu. Saga Prefecture has a population of approximately 780,000 and an area of 2,439 km² (942 sq mi). The prefectural capital is Saga City. Saga has long been famous for its pottery products such as Imari-yaki, Arita-yaki, and Karatsu-yaki.
Yakushima is one of the subtropical islands of the Ōsumi archipelago, located off the southern coast of Kyushu and part of Kagoshima Prefecture. The island is covered in a vast cedar forest, home to some of Japan's oldest trees. Trees over 1,000 years old are affectionately called yakusugi, with the oldest possibly over 7,000 years old.
Kagoshima Prefecture encompasses the southernmost part of Kyushu and the northern half of the Nansei Shoto Islands, stretching from Kyushu to Taiwan. As of February 1, 2025, Kagoshima Prefecture had a population of 1,527,019. Kagoshima is the prefectural capital and largest city, along with other major cities such as Kirishima, Kanoya, and Satsumasendai.
Shirakawa-gō is a village located in Ōno District, Gifu Prefecture, Japan. It is best known for Shirakawa-gō, a small traditional village showcasing the gasshō-zukuri architectural style, with some buildings over 250 years old. The village's estimated population was 1,630 in 2019.
Mount Hakodate is a 334-meter-high, tree-covered mountain at the southernmost tip of the peninsula, where much of downtown Hakodate is located. Especially on clear days and nights, the views from the mountain are spectacular and are ranked among the top three most beautiful night views in Japan, along with Mount Inasa in Nagasaki and Mount Rokko in Kobe.
Mount Omuro is a 580 m (1,900 ft) high ash cone volcano located within the Izu-Tobu volcanic complex in Itō, Shizuoka, Japan. A tradition of burning the mountain annually in early spring has been practiced for over 700 years on its isolated summit, resulting in its often lush foliage and making it a symbol of Itō.
Oita is the capital of Ōita Prefecture, located on the island of Kyushu, Japan. As of November 30, 2023, the city's population was estimated to be 474,804 in 230,867 households. Oita City is the capital of Oita Prefecture. It is home to JR Station, which is important when visiting Oita Prefecture from outside the prefecture, and is also a transit point for sightseeing.
Ōita Prefecture is a prefecture of Japan located on the island of Kyūshū. As of February 1, 2025, the population of Ōita Prefecture was 1,081,646. Ōita is the capital and largest city of Ōita Prefecture, along with other major cities including Beppu, Nakatsu, and Saiki. Oita is the number 1 hot spring tourist destination in Japan!
Shikoku is the smallest and least populous of Japan's four main islands, located to the south of the main Honshu island. It's known for its natural beauty, historical sites, and spiritual significance. Shikoku offers a more tranquil and traditional side of Japan, making it a unique destination for those looking to experience nature, spirituality, and local culture. It had a population of 3.8 million in 2015.
Matsuomachi Hirayama, Nishi Ward, Kumamoto, 861-5282, Japan
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Reigando Cave is a cave that lies to the west of Kumamoto, Japan, that became a temporary home to the legendary rōnin, Miyamoto Musashi. From 1643, Musashi spent many of his last months in the cave, meditating and writing his Book of Five Rings. The cave is accessed easily by bus from Kumamoto City and nearby Tamana.
Kochi is the capital city of Kōchi Prefecture located on the island of Shikoku in Japan. With over 40% of the prefectural population, Kōchi is the main commercial and industrial centre and the "primate city" of the prefecture. As of 1 April 2023, the city had an estimated population of 311,224 in 163,479 households.
