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Okinawa

Best Things to Do and Places to Go in Okinawa: The Complete Guide

Okinawa is a group of about 160 beautiful islands located in the south of Japan. The archipelago is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Japan, known for its tropical climate, white sandy beaches, colourful coral reefs and rich culture. There are also some historical spots, including a number of World War II sites, to be visited. In spite of its' somewhat isolated location, Okinawa is visited by a great number of tourists that visit the area to explore the beautiful nature and the blue sea, all year round. Okinawa prefecture consists of a number of (uninhabited) islands, and some of them are connected to each other by bridge, others are accessible only by airplane or ferry. The islands have different experiences to offer and you can pick your destination based on the location and different characteristics of each island. In this article, we will help you plan a memorable trip to Okinawa!
Nara

15 Best Things To Do in Nara

Here we listed the best things to do in Nara including many historical sites, nature spots and of course, the spot you can see friendly deer! Nara is the ancient capital in Japan and if you are planning to visit Kyoto, you should include Nara too!
Mount Fuji

The Best Outdoor Activities Around Mt. Fuji

Around Mt.Fuji, you can enjoy outdoor activities such as rafting, kayaking, camping, BBQ and so on. Here is a guide to what outdoor activities you can do around the area!
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Osaka

Best Things to Do in Osaka – An Overview Per Area

Along with Tokyo, Osaka is one of the most urbanised cities in Japan. This harbour city is widely known for its' unique atmosphere and lively and welcoming people living there. The entire city is (quite literally) full of energy, and offers a totally different experience to visitors from what you can experience in Tokyo. The tasty local dishes, entertaining theme parks, and historical spots co-exist within the small, but also rapidly developing city. Let us help you understand the different areas of Osaka and their respective highlights!
Hokkaido

15 Best Things To Do in Hokkaido

Hokkaido is the second largest and northernmost island in Japan. The prefecture is especially famous for rich nature including beautiful lakes, flower fields, and six (!) national parks to explore. In summer, many people try to escape the heath by making their way up north and enjoying the mountainous area. In winter there is no shortage of the famous of the amazing Japanese powder snow, that cover some of the best ski slopes in the world. Combine this with delicious local food including amazingly fresh prepared seafood and fruits like the Yubari melon, and you have no reason not to Hokkaido anymore.
Fukushima

8 Best Places to Visit in Fukushima

When you hear the word Fukushima, you probably think of the big 2011 earthquake. But there are so many other amazing places to visit in Fukushima. Is Fukushima worth visiting? The answer is YES. Let us introduce the best places to visit in Fukushima!
Osaka

Best Places To Visit around Tennoji, Osaka

The centre of Osaka consists of two main hubs; Kita (north) and Minami (south), but when you travel even further south for about 2km, you will reach the Tennoji area. Tennoji has developed itself as Osaka's third major downtown hub. Back in the days, this used to be a low-rent urban area with some traditional and historical tourist sites. But recently this part of the city has transformed into one of the most popular areas of the city with some great new tourist attractions, including Osaka’s tallest building! Now you can experience both traditional and modern Osaka in the Tennoji Area. Here we list our recommended places to visit in south Osaka.
Osaka

Places to Visit in Osaka Bay Area – USJ, Kaiyukan and More

Osaka Bay Area is home to two large Western-style entertainment complexes: Universal Studios Japan and Tempozan. In this article we tell you all about the places to visit here!
Osaka

Best Places to Visit near Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle is one of Japans most popular places to visit for both Japanese and international tourists. In this article we will talk about what you can do in the area around Osaka Castle!
Osaka

Best Places to Visit in Osaka Umeda Area

Osaka has two major city centre's: the Dotonbori and Namba area which is called minami (south in Japanese) and kita (north in Japanese) referring to the Umeda area. Kita is considered Osaka's entrance being the city's main business and transportation hub. It has undergone a major facelift in the last years and it still ever-evolving. Here we list our top places that you should definitely visit!
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