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  • In this article, we will introduce six carefully selected places where you can experience the natural beauty of Nagano Prefecture no matter what time of year you visit: spring, summer, fall, or winter. We hope you will find them useful in planning your trip.

    2022-08-26 Management office

  • Kyoto is not only a tourist destination, but also a large city with a population of 1.5 million people. There are various train lines running through the city, including subways and private railways from Osaka, Kobe, Nara, and other cities. By using these trains, you can enjoy Kyoto to the fullest when you visit the city as a tourist. In this article, we will introduce some recommendations for fully enjoying sightseeing in Kyoto by train.

    2022-08-25 Management office

  • When you go to Niigata Prefecture for fun, of course it is fun to visit popular and classic spots, but we also recommend that you visit some hole-in-the-wall spots. Compared to popular spots where many people gather, hole-in-the-wall spots can be enjoyed at a leisurely pace. If you don't want to spend your holiday in a hurry and are looking for a relaxing getaway, a hole-in-the-wall spot is perfect. In this article, we will introduce some of the recommended places in Niigata Prefecture where you can enjoy beautiful scenery, healing spaces, and tranquility.

    2022-08-24 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce seven islands in the Seto Inland Sea area that I recommend. The Seto Inland Sea, with its warm waters, is blessed with a very large number of islands, allowing us to enjoy the rich nature. Open time is recommended for a wide range of people, from tourists to locals. We hope you will enjoy these spots and have a wonderful time.

    2022-08-23 Management office

  • There are many recommended sightseeing spots in Kochi, but this time we would like to introduce some hole-in-the-wall sightseeing spots for those who do not like too many people. We hope you will enjoy Kochi in a way that you rarely see it.

    2022-08-22 Management office

  • Known for its autumn foliage and cherry blossoms, and written about in many waka poems. "Kyoto Arashiyama " The seasonal scenery has remained unchanged and continues to attract many people, making it a popular tourist destination. Because it has been a beloved place since ancient times, there are many historical ryokan (Japanese-style inns), and many people, both domestic and international, visit the area. We would like to introduce four special "luxury ryokan "that you can stay at in Arashiyama, Kyoto. All of them are attractive ryokan where you can enjoy the traditional Kyoto and Japanese atmosphere, so please refer to them.

    2022-08-19 Management office

  • Arashiyama is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Kyoto. There are many sightseeing spots that stand out for their Kyoto-like Japanese atmosphere, such as the Watarigatsu Bridge over the Katsura River, bamboo grove paths, and famous temples, shrines, and Buddhist temples. Hence, accommodations are often traditional, upscale inns and inns "and not so many upscale hotels ". Therefore, this article introduces two "luxury hotels "that are rare in Arashiyama, full of tradition and Japanese atmosphere. Both of these hotels are filled with attention to detail that will surely bring you a special experience, so please take a look at them.

    2022-08-19 Management office

  • With 1,300 years of history, the city of Kyoto has attracted many people from the past to the present. The key to touring the city of Kyoto is to take advantage of the buses that run in all directions from the center of the city to the suburbs. However, many people often shy away from using buses when visiting a city for sightseeing because of the hurdle involved. This article introduces the bus situation in Kyoto by bus company and area so that such people can make good use of the buses in Kyoto. First, we will explain the characteristics of each company. There are four major bus companies that serve the central area of Kyoto City. The other companies are excluded from this article because they operate routes that are rarely used for sightseeing.

    2022-08-18 Management office

  • How do you spend your mornings on your days off? Some of you go for a run or a walk in the morning, and some of you may sleep in until noon because you are tired from work or school. On your day off, if a delicious breakfast is waiting for you, you may want to do some morning activities! In this issue, we will introduce four mornings in Hiroshima. You can stop by not only on your days off but also before work, so you can absorb nutrients in the morning and get a good start to your day.

    2022-08-17 Management office

  • Nagano Prefecture is the fourth largest prefecture in Japan in terms of area, so it has numerous famous tourist attractions due to its numerous histories and cultures. Among them, this article introduces six carefully selected, attractive, hole-in-the-wall spots where you can further enjoy Nagano Prefecture. "If you have already visited all the famous tourist attractions ""and this is your second time to visit Nagano ", we recommend this page for those who want to enjoy Nagano Prefecture even more.

    2022-08-10 Management office

  • Kawaramachi and Karasuma area is one of the most popular tourist spots in Kyoto. The area is always bustling with the many people who visit this place and is lined with stores of various genres. While there are traditional stores and high-end stores, there are also many food and general merchandise stores with affordable products, as well as Nishiki Market, a famous shopping street that attracts people of all ages and both sexes. In such Kawaramachi and Karasuma, of course, there are many hotels under 10,000 yen that anyone can easily use. In this article, we will introduce four such recommended hotels in Kawaramachi and Karasuma area where you can stay for less than 10,000 yen.

    2022-08-09 Management office

  • Kochi Prefecture has many sightseeing spots, and the biggest attraction is the ocean overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The ocean alone makes it an Instagram-worthy spot, but if you take a short drive, you will find many spots where you can enjoy the great outdoors even more. Try capturing Kochi's large scale nature in your photos.

    2022-08-08 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce seven recommended ryokans in the Ishikawa area. The Ishikawa area is most impressive for its Japanese atmosphere with a view of the Sea of Japan right beside it. To feel such an atmosphere, we recommend a Japanese-style ryokan that will lift your spirits. Although they are a bit more expensive than ordinary hotels, we believe that you will have a special time that is worth the price. We hope that you will create memories that will last a lifetime at the ryokan we introduce here.

    2022-08-05 Management office

  • Okinawa has many attractions such as beautiful seas, delicious food, historical buildings, and culture. Okinawa is a popular tourist destination throughout Japan because of its natural scenery and relaxing atmosphere, which cannot be seen in Honshu. There are many remote islands in Okinawa, such as Miyako Island and Ishigaki Island, but this time we will focus on the main island of Okinawa and introduce eight attractive sightseeing spots. There are a variety of places where you can enjoy the natural flavors, shopping and dining, and the unique culture of Okinawa. This article is sure to make you want to go to Okinawa, so please read to the end.

    2022-08-04 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce seven recommended hotels in the Ishikawa area. The Ishikawa area is a very rich natural area, characterized by its location facing the Sea of Japan and the contrast of greenery and water. Many people visit the area on sightseeing trips to take a break from their daily routine, and we hope you will find many hotels with a good atmosphere that you can use for this purpose.

    2022-07-29 Management office

  • Making ceramics, baking sweets, candles, and other crafts are exciting experiences for adults and children alike! Not only is it a great way to share the fun of making things, but it is also a great way to create memories that will remain in the form of a tangible object. In this issue, we would like to introduce four hands-on crafting experiences available in Hiroshima. Please visit them with your friends, family, or loved ones.

    2022-07-26 Management office

  • Hiroshima is home to numerous tourist attractions such as the World Heritage Site Miyajima and the Atomic Bomb Dome. Easily accessible from the Kansai region and Kyushu, Hiroshima attracts many tourists every year. Hiroshima also offers a wide variety of gourmet foods, such as Hiroshima's famous okonomiyaki, oysters, and recently, soup-less tantanmen noodles, so you can enjoy sightseeing during the day and gourmet food at night. There is abundant access from the city to various tourist attractions, and the public transportation system, including JR, streetcars, and buses, is well developed, making it suitable for solo travelers, those without a car license, and student travelers. In this issue, we will introduce three spots in Hiroshima Prefecture that are full of such attractions and that we recommend for solo travelers. Please take a look at them for reference.

    2022-07-25 Management office

  • Hiroshima Prefecture, the center of the Chugoku-Shikoku region, is home to numerous tourist attractions such as rich nature, beautiful islands in the Seto Inland Sea, and World Heritage sites such as the Atomic Bomb Dome and Miyajima. During the Golden Week vacations and long vacations, the area is crowded with tourists from both Japan and abroad. With so many attractive sightseeing spots, some people may wonder where to go and how to get around. In this issue, we will introduce a standard sightseeing model course in Hiroshima Prefecture.

    2022-07-20 Management office

  • Hello. In this article, I would like to introduce some recommended craft beer stores and bars in Hiroshima Prefecture. Local sake is still very popular among tourists, and many people drink it as a commemorative drink. There are not a few unique alcoholic beverages that take advantage of local specialties and climate, and they are very popular as a drink to remember your trip. In this article, we will introduce facilities where you can enjoy craft beer in Hiroshima Prefecture. We hope you will find them useful.

    2022-07-19 Management office

  • Although Kagoshima Prefecture is located at the southernmost tip of Japan, it retains much of its pristine nature and is home to many popular islands, including Kirishima, Tanegashima, Yakushima, and Amami Oshima. It is also a good place to visit historical spots, as it has produced many great historical figures such as Takamori Saigo and Toshimichi Okubo. In this article, we will introduce hotels and ryokan that are very popular among Insta-girls, such as a lodge that offers a panoramic view of the majestic Sakurajima and an open-air bath that seems to become one with the gorge, as well as a lodge with an infinity hot spring popular among girls' trips and a wellness resort hotel on Amami-Oshima.

    2022-07-15 Management office

  • In Miyazaki Prefecture, there are many hotels where you can enjoy a tropical resort that makes you feel as if you are overseas. It is a land where you can enjoy an extraordinary travel experience by taking advantage of the wonderful nature and sea, such as the subtropical vegetation "Aoshima "and the beautiful valley "Takachiho Gorge ", which is a national scenic beauty and natural monument. If you are planning to travel to Miyazaki, staying at a hotel that looks great on SNS and taking great pictures will be one of the most memorable experiences. This article introduces four hotels for girls, including a hotel where you can enjoy sea sports such as surfing and SUP unique to tropical Miyazaki Prefecture, a hotel with an ocean view, and a beautiful art hotel.

    2022-07-15 Management office

  • When it comes to sightseeing in Oita, the golden course is to take a relaxing soak in the hot springs of Beppu, the highest peak of hot springs in Japan, including a visit to hell, and then to buy fashionable souvenirs in Yufuin. In addition, there are many lesser-known hot spring resorts in Oita Prefecture, where you can enjoy various types of hot springs just by touring around the prefecture. This article introduces four recommended inns, including one inn each in Beppu City and Yufu City, the main hot spring destinations in Oita, as well as a lovely plum-filled inn in Hita City and an inn where you can enjoy Taisho retro style. All of the inns rank high on the list of inns where women want to stay, and in addition to the quality of the hot springs and cuisine, they all offer plenty of photo opportunities.

    2022-07-14 Management office

  • Kumamoto Prefecture is dotted with hot spring resorts such as Kurokawa Onsen, Amakusa Onsen, and Shirakawa Onsen, which are known for their metasilicic acid-rich waters for beautiful skin. "There are also many sightseeing spots in Kumamoto Prefecture where you can enjoy the great nature of Aso, such as the spectacular view of Matsushima in Amakusa, which is loved and called one of the three great pine islands of Japan ", "Daikanbo "and "Aso Farmland ". In this article, we will introduce recommended ryokan (Japanese-style inns) and hotels in Kumamoto Prefecture for traveling girls to have both beauty and scenery all to themselves. We have a great selection of inns where you can enjoy the luxury of a hole-in-the-wall spot and also take pictures with a sense of luxury and special atmosphere.

    2022-07-13 Management office

  • Saga Prefecture is famous for its pottery, such as Arita-yaki, Imari-yaki, and Karatsu-yaki, but there are also many places with spectacular views, such as "Mifuneyama Rakuen "where you can enjoy digital art in a peaceful setting in magnificent nature, or "Nanatsugama ", a natural monument, where you can take a cruise to see the caves. Saga Prefecture is also famous for its fresh crab, squid, and other seafood, and is a treasure trove of high-quality natural hot springs that are said to leave your skin moist and smooth. Therefore, this article will introduce four carefully selected ryokan and hotels from four major types of hot springs in Saga Prefecture: Tara Onsen, Takeo Onsen, Ureshino Onsen, and Koyu Onsen.

    2022-07-12 Management office

  • The best way to choose a course for your trip to Osaka! Here are the must-see sightseeing spots by area in an easy-to-understand format. From classic spots to shopping information, we have compiled useful information essential for your trip to Osaka.

    2022-07-12 Management office

  • 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

  • "Okayama, the Land of Sunshine "is called Okayama Prefecture. As the name implies, the prefecture is famous for its sunny days and mild climate, and for its delicious seafood, mountain produce, and fruits. Okayama Prefecture is associated with historical images such as "Okayama Korakuen Garden "and "Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter ". However, that is not the only attraction of Okayama Prefecture. There are hotels and inns throughout the prefecture where you can experience the concentrated charm of Okayama. Long-established onsen ryokan. Classy and luxurious hotels. There are many hotels and inns that I would like to recommend, such as the stylish and luxurious Hotel ....... This article introduces various types of hotels and inns where you can enjoy the charms of Okayama. We hope you will visit them.

    2022-07-08 Management office

  • Shimane Prefecture has many sightseeing spots recommended for women's trips, including the World Heritage Site "Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine "and Izumo Taisha Shrine ", known for its match-making opportunities ". It has also been said to be a treasure trove of high-quality natural hot springs, such as "Tamatsukuri Onsen ". While soaking in Shimane's hot springs, which have a reputation for moisturizing and glowing skin, strolling through the atmospheric cityscape, and visiting Izumo-taisha Shrine, the essential thing is to choose a nice place to stay. In this article, we will introduce four carefully selected inns and hotels in Shimane Prefecture that are "SNS-worthy," including the first hotel in Shimane Prefecture with a self-launched sauna, a gourmet restaurant that attracts many people, and an inn that ranks high on the list of places you want to stay.

    2022-07-07 Management office

  • This hands-on activity highlights the appealing ingredients of Hiroshima Prefecture! A field is transformed into a restaurant, where fresh ingredients are prepared on the spot by a chef. Come experience the richness of nature and rediscover the charm of the region. Families, couples, and friends of all ages can enjoy this event.

    2022-07-07 Management office

  • Tottori is a popular destination with many tourist attractions such as the Tottori Sand Dunes, the Sand Museum, Daisen and hot springs. Food is also abundant with seafood from the Sea of Japan, and the place is especially famous for its crabs and nodoguro (sea bream), which are also famous throughout Japan. After a day of fun in Tottori, we recommend a relaxing onsen ryokan or hotel. We will introduce some of the best hotels and inns to stay in Tottori, so please refer to them when sightseeing in Tottori.

    2022-07-05 Management office