Articles about 「Kansai」「Tourist Attractions」
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Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce about 7 recommended festivals and spots in Kyoto Prefecture. Kyoto Prefecture can be said to be the very front line of inheriting Japanese culture, and festivals with various thoughts and feelings are held throughout the year. We would like tourists to enjoy themselves by learning about such festivals. You can not only enjoy them, but also experience Kyoto's traditions and the culture that Japan should be proud of, and have a quaint sightseeing experience. We will introduce festivals for each season, so please consider your itinerary according to the timing of your visit.2022-07-11 Management office
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Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce about 7 recommended fireworks information and spots to be held in Kyoto Prefecture. Fireworks are, after all, a summer tradition, and in Kyoto, interesting fireworks displays have been held for some time with tradition and history taking over. It is an unforgettable event for those who want to feel the Japanese style. If you are likely to visit Kyoto in the summer time, you should check it out. Note that in recent years, due to the Corona disaster, the event has been postponed in many prefectures. For more information, please visit the official website.2022-06-28 Management office
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【Osaka】In this special feature we bring you our selection of top cherry blossom viewing spots and experiences for 2023
Even though the days are still slightly chilly, spring is officially here. Soon enough the cherry blossom viewing season will be upon us, so there is no better time to decide where to go than now. Truth be told, there is no shortage of excellent blossom viewing spots in Osaka. This special feature will introduce you to our selection of the best spots for the season, as well as unique experiences available in their vicinity, so you can enjoy this season in a unique fashion.2022-03-04 Management office
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Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce 7 spots in Wakayama area where you can do some recommended sightseeing. Wakayama area is a wonderful spot in the Kansai region where you can enjoy the rich marine resources and nature facing the Pacific Ocean. It is also a fun place to enjoy the fact that facilities are well set up and hands-on activities are available. In general, Wakayama Prefecture is an attractive area that can be enjoyed by a wide range of people in different ways. Please spend a pleasant time in such an area.2021-11-30 Management office
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Yoshinoyama, registered as a World Heritage site, is known as the best cherry blossom viewing spot in Japan. Furthermore, there are many cafes and stores near Yoshinoyama where you can enjoy sweets. Please be sure to enjoy sweets that make the most of the land, such as Japanese sweets using Yoshino kuzu (a specialty of Yoshino), imadori cafes, cake shops, and pesticide-free cafes.2021-10-01 Management office
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I would like to have a delicious dinner in Nara City! We will introduce some of the best restaurants that are perfect for those times when you want to have a delicious dinner in Nara City. From French, Italian, Yakiniku to Kappo, please choose according to what you want to eat and your mood. All of the restaurants are highly rated and have many fans, so you can be sure of a delicious meal. Please refer to this page if you are not sure what to have for dinner in Nara City.2021-09-29 Management office
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[Nara ]Eight spots in Nara, where many ancient tombs and mausoleums have been preserved, are particularly recommended!
The difference between a kofun and a mausoleum is that a kofun is the tomb of an influential person and is made of heaped up earth in the shape of a mound, while a mausoleum is the tomb of an emperor. It is said that there are 31 mausoleums of emperors in Nara. All of them in Nara are large and many of them remain in beautiful condition. We invite you to see the ancient tombs and mausoleums that remain beautiful while blending in with the modern world.2021-09-27 Management office
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Nara has many places where you can see beautiful night views and play with animals, perfect for a date. There are many things that you can only experience in Nara that will make the two of you get to know each other better. Please find the perfect date spot and go out!2021-09-22 Management office
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If you are planning to visit Nara, Nara Park is a sightseeing spot that you should not miss. After Nara Park, there are many other tourist attractions in Nara, all of which have much to offer. You will have a great time sightseeing as if you were going around Nara in a circle. Let's eat and drink delicious food and take your time to enjoy Nara. In this article, we will introduce some of Nara's tourist attractions that you should keep in mind.2021-09-21 Management office
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Nara, a city with a rich history, has many museums and art museums. There are also many museums of Nara's unique culture, and we will introduce some of the most interesting museums and art museums. Historical museums, archives, and all this stuff? You will be amazed at how much there is to see and do, so be sure to take a sightseeing tour.2021-09-17 Management office
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Nara is home to the "Ancient Monuments of Nara", a group of eight cultural properties, each of which is a World Heritage Site, consisting of facilities, historic sites, and natural monuments. We will introduce all of the historical heritage that Nara has preserved, so please visit them when you come to Nara for sightseeing. Six of the buildings are national treasures and their sites are designated as historic sites, and two are designated as special historic sites or special natural monuments, making a total of eight in all.2021-09-16 Management office
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Nara's old tourist attractions remain everywhere and are still as beautiful as ever. Although the town is a basin, once you enter the town, you will see a series of mountains over 1,000 meters high, which can be considered unexplored landscapes. In the valleys of the mountains, there are waterfalls, cherry blossoms, and highlands that can be called prairies, offering many healing spots. We have collected such spots in Nara where you can see beautiful landscapes with a strong sense of nature in Nara sightseeing.2021-09-10 Management office
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There are many temples and shrines in historic Nara. There are many temples surrounding Nara Park, and there are also historical temples a little further away. The main tourist attractions on the main road have a lot to offer, and there are many things for tourists to see and do. In this issue, we will introduce some temples and shrines that you should definitely visit when you come to Nara.2021-09-09 Management office
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Hyogo Prefecture has many sightseeing spots, including fashionable areas where you can enjoy lots of shopping "Kobe "and the Himeji "area where you can enjoy the World Heritage Site Himeji Castle up close ". However, many families with children choose a place to go out in terms of having fun for their children as well. So, in this issue, we will introduce several excursion spots in Hyogo Prefecture that you can enjoy with your children.2021-09-02 Management office
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2021-09-01 Management office
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Tamba tourism is an area with many nature-themed attractions such as Takayama Temple, Tamba Grandma's Village, and Kawashiro Park. It is a sightseeing spot where many people consider staying overnight because it is a place associated with warlords and Kuroi Castle is also a point of interest to keep in mind, and the area is too large to visit in a single day. At such times, we have gathered a list of accommodations where you can stay while enjoying the natural bounty of Tamba.2021-09-01 Management office
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If you are tired from your daily work, you may want to look at nice scenery on your days off for healing. Hyogo Prefecture has both mountains and the sea nearby, so there are many spots where you can see various faces of wonderful scenery. In this issue, we will introduce a selection of spots with spectacular views where you can get in touch with nature in particular. Please heal your mind and body by experiencing nature in each of the four seasons.2021-08-31 Management office
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Hyogo Prefecture has many areas, including land facing the sea, land surrounded by mountains and rich in nature, and remote islands. "It is also called the epitome of Japan ". In Hyogo Prefecture, there are many spots where you can be refreshed by its rich natural environment. So, in this issue, we will introduce some of the most heartwarming spots, including Himeji Castle ", which is also a World Heritage Site ".2021-08-30 Management office
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Kobe Ijinkan is located at the top of a hill overlooking the city of Kobe. Among the exotic Ijinkan buildings, we will introduce seven buildings that you should not miss. You can make your own original perfume, borrow a Sherlock Holmes costume, or even have your picture taken in a Dutch traditional costume at a Kobe Ijinkan. We hope you enjoy your visit.2021-08-27 Management office
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Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture is famous for the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, the world's longest and tallest suspension bridge, vast flower gardens nurtured by the mild climate, and one of the largest onion production areas in Japan. The island has a long and narrow topography, measuring 22 km east to west and 53 km north to south, and can be traveled from north to south in about 40 minutes by expressway, making it very popular as an area that can be easily visited from both Honshu and Shikoku. In this issue, we will introduce six sightseeing spots where you can fully enjoy Awaji Island, which is rich in nature, including the sea, mountains, and flowers.2021-08-27 Management office
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Did you know that the Tajima area of Hyogo Prefecture has many sightseeing spots with spectacular views? Located in the northern part of the prefecture, the Tajima area is rich in nature, surrounded by mountains such as Hyonosen and the Sea of Japan. The San'in Kaigan Geopark offers a wide range of geotourism activities that allow visitors to get a closer look at the strange rock formations and geological heritage. In this issue, we will pick up seven sightseeing spots in the Tajima area where you can enjoy spectacular views and discover their hidden charms. Why not take a trip with your family or friends this summer?2021-08-26 Management office
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The Tamba-Sasayama area in Hyogo Prefecture has many cute retro tourist attractions, making it a popular tourist area for all generations. Another secret of the area's popularity is its relatively easy accessibility, requiring only an hour or less from the Hanshin area. This area, consisting of the cities of Tamba and Sasayama, is famous throughout Japan for its high quality foodstuffs such as Tamba black beans and Tamba chestnuts, which are grown in a climate of varying temperatures and clear streams. Sasayama Castle Town is dotted with cute retro general merchandise stores and cafes in renovated merchant houses that retain traces of their history. Why not enjoy a casual stroll through the town?2021-08-25 Management office
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This article introduces eight family-friendly tourist attractions in the Harima area of Hyogo Prefecture. This time we focused on areas such as Himeji Castle, which is designated as a World Heritage Site, and Ako City, which is associated with "Chushingura ". There are many places to visit, from historical buildings to leisure facilities that families can enjoy together. Why not find your favorite spot and enjoy a trip with your family?2021-08-24 Management office
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[Kyoto ]7 spots for historical sightseeing in Kawaramachi and Karasuma area! Enjoy the unique atmosphere of Kyoto!
Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce about 7 spots in the Kawaramachi/Karasuma area that I recommend for historical sightseeing. Kawaramachi/Karasuma area is a historic area that boasts a calm atmosphere and history typical of Kyoto, despite being in the heart of the city. Let's spend a fulfilling time sightseeing while experiencing such traditions and atmosphere. It is also recommended for those with a deep knowledge of history.2021-08-24 Management office
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Hello. In this article, I would like to recommend seven temples in the Kawaramachi/Karasuma area. The Kawaramachi/Karasuma area is a historic area that boasts a calm atmosphere and tradition, as many people have in their image, despite being in the heart of Kyoto. It is also a great place for traditional sightseeing, with an abundance of temples that are expected for sightseeing in Kyoto. Spend a fulfilling time with a calm and relaxing sightseeing experience while feeling the unique atmosphere of Kyoto.2021-08-23 Management office
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From exotic locations to places where you can experience the gentleness of nature and even hot springs! Kobe has many faces. Because of its many faces, Kobe is an attractive place to find a way to enjoy yourself, but first-timers may be at a loss as to where to go. For such people, we will introduce some of the most popular tourist spots on the high street that even a beginner to Kobe will surely enjoy. Try combining several of them according to your own travel plans.2021-08-23 Management office
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The Arashiyama-Saga area is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Kyoto, and a particularly famous sightseeing spot that you must visit when you come to Kyoto. If you visit Arashiyama, here are some sightseeing spots that you may want to stop by. There are many attractive sightseeing spots in the Arashiyama-Saga area, so we have selected some that are easy to stop by and others that require reservations, so please start with the ones you are interested in and see the sights together.2021-08-23 Management office
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The scenic Arashiyama-Saga area is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Kyoto, with numerous scenic and historic sites. It was a favorite vacation spot for aristocrats in the Heian period (794-1185) and often appears in the Hyakunin Isshu, a collection of 100 poems. The area is popular even among foreign tourists because of the variety of scenery that can be enjoyed depending on the season, such as cherry blossoms and autumn foliage. The Arashiyama-Saga area is dotted with temples, shrines, and Buddhist temples in a natural setting that changes with the seasons, and we will introduce some of the most attractive temples and shrines in the area.2021-08-20 Management office
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Hyogo is famous for its many castles, and this article will introduce castles and castle ruins that still remain today. Due to the "One Country, One Castle" law, there are many castle ruins in Hyogo, but castles that still remain are recommended as tourist attractions. Even if you are not interested in castles at all, there are a variety of castles and castle ruins where you can enjoy learning about castles and castles with spectacular views of the sea of clouds that you should see at least once, so if you are ever in the area, be sure to take a tour.2021-08-20 Management office
