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Explore Japan. Your journey starts on GaijinPot. Chugoku. Bordered by the more famous regions of Kansai and Kyushu is one of Japan’s most beautiful gardens, the country’s oldest shrine and ever-changing sand dunes.
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Japan's 47 Prefectures. Japan consists of four principal islands: Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu with 47 prefectures throughout. Each prefecture has its own unique culture, food and attractions that together make up an incredibly diverse and captivating country.
Akigawa Valley - GaijinPot Travel
Akigawa (autumn stream), is a peaceful getaway located just an hour from central Tokyo.It is situated in Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park.The valley is the largest tributary of the Tama River and stretches 20 kilometers from Akiruno City to Hinohara Village.
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Kyoto City is not a destination that you should, or could, miss but it can get very busy during Spring and Autumn when the city is in its postcard-perfect seasonal transition. Visit in the summer for a different kind of crowd, gathered for the rowdy revelry of the spectacular Gion Matsuri, one of Japan’s most famous festivals.The winter is quietest but comes with the risk of rain (most of ...
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The main access point is Kyoto station, a major transport hub for the Kansai region and the second-largest station in the country. Arriving in the building’s futuristic hall with its steel-beamed roof (known as the Matrix), most tourists wonder if they’ve got off at the right stop but it’s a well equipped, if surprising, introduction to the city.
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Mount Yoshino. Discover the three faces of this mystical mountainous area and popular tourist spot for cherry blossoms.
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Discover Yasui Gorge located in Niyodogawa Town, Kochi Prefecture, where you’ll find Japan’s most brilliantly blue, crystal-clear waters.The gorge was created by the Yasui River, which starts its life in the Shikoku Mountains. The river then travels down to meet the Niyodo River, considered one of Japan’s most beautiful rivers, before ending in the Pacific Ocean.
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Iwate Prefecture has quickly been picked up on the radar of tourists in Japan thanks to its rich cultural heritage and natural beauty. Morioka, the capital of Iwate, boasts historical sites like Morioka Castle and Ishiwarizakura (The Rock-Splitting Cherry). The city is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hiraizumi and the gorgeous Chusonji Temple.
Karuizawa Shiraito Waterfall - GaijinPot Travel
Tucked away in the forests north of central Karuizawa, Shiraito Waterfall is one of Japan’s top waterfalls.Although it may only be three meters high, its impressive 70-meter width and unique features make it a must-see destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
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