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Explore Japan. Japan consists of eight regions. Each with their own unique flavors that together make up a captivating country. Ginzan Onsen Yamagata Late Oct - Early Nov Iya Valley Tokushima Late Nov - Early Dec HOKKAIDO TOHOKU KANTO CHUBU KANSAI CHUGOKU SHIKOKU KYUSHU Jozankei Onsen Hokkaido Mid Oct - …
Karasawa Cirque - GaijinPot Travel
Nov 10, 2024 · The Karasawa Cirque is a steep valley, standing 2,300m above sea level in the heart of the Hotaka Peaks. The hike is particularly popular in autumn, when the leaves turn red and set the mountain scenery ablaze with color. The route is moderate in intensity, with a mixture of flat pathways, sloping hills and steep, rocky inclines.
Momijidani Park - GaijinPot Travel
5 days ago · Momijidani Park is one of the most famous spots in Japan for autumn foliage. Located off the coast of Hiroshima on the small island of Miyajima, the park is a must for fall fans in the Chugoku region.. The park lies at the foot of Mount Misen, a revered site in Japanese Buddhism and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Itsukushima Shrine. ...
Destination - GaijinPot Travel
Kanto. Chiba - It's your choice of natural beauty, city life or a little of both. Gunma - All about that bath. Ibaraki - Natto and nature in central Kanto. Kanagawa - Seaside, shrines and so much more. Saitama - For a quick breath of fresh mountain air. Tochigi - Heavyweight cultural heritage with a breathtaking natural landscape.
Nikko National Park - GaijinPot Travel
3 days ago · Nikko National Park falls into three prefectures: Gunma, Tochigi and Fukushima. Perfect for a day trip from Tokyo, Nikko National Park packs in plenty of nature and culture. Founded in 1934, Nikko National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks in Japan. Over the course of the 20th century, the park has only grown in size and contains ...
Akigawa Valley - GaijinPot Travel
Nov 7, 2024 · Akigawa Valley. Akigawa Valley is an unforgettable escape into nature's tranquility. 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.
Kyoto - GaijinPot Travel
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 ...
Hakodate - GaijinPot Travel
A vibrant harbor gateway, Hakodate is a satisfying fusion of Japanese and Western influences that makes for a perfect bookend to your travels through the spectacular wilds of Hokkaido.Despite its developing function as an entry point and transport hub for Japan’s northernmost island, Hakodate has retained its picturesque charm.
Kyoto - GaijinPot Travel
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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About. GaijinPot Travel is an award-winning guide to traveling in Japan that highlights destinations both big and small that international travelers love. Established in 2016, the site is the travel branch of GaijinPot.com, which is Japan’s leading website for information that foreigners need to live, work, study and travel in Japan.