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Okinawa’s main island offers two distinct travel experiences: the lively southern hub centered around Naha, and the lush, nature-rich northern region. Among the highlights of the north are Nago and Motobu—home to the famous Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, stunning beaches,...

Nestled in the mountains of northern Miyazaki Prefecture, Takachiho is a sacred land steeped in the legends of Japanese mythology. It is home to the Amano-Iwato cave, where the sun goddess Amaterasu is said to have hidden herself, and the site of the Tenson Kōrin, the...

Nestled between sea and mountains, Nagasaki is a city shaped by slopes and stories. During the Edo period, it was Japan’s only open gateway to the West, flourishing as a port of trade and cultural exchange. Its legacy continued through the Meiji era, with shipbuilding...

Fukuoka, the largest city in Kyushu, is beloved by many Japanese for its incredible food and easygoing lifestyle. At the heart of the city lies a compact, walkable center where dining, shopping, and culture come together in an approachable, vibrant way. In this guide,...

Floating in the Seto Inland Sea, Shodoshima is a captivating island that belongs to Kagawa Prefecture—where nature and culture blend in quiet harmony. With its mild climate, rolling olive groves, rugged coastline, and terraced rice fields nestled in the mountains, the...

Shikoku is a place where the sea, mountains, and rivers coexist in perfect harmony—a heartfelt “hometown of the soul” for many Japanese. Each region has its own distinct culture, cuisine, and warmly rooted way of life. Traveling by rental car opens the door to hidden...

In Tokushima Prefecture on the island of Shikoku, the grandeur of nature unfolds in dramatic contrast between sea and mountains. Witness the awe-inspiring Naruto Whirlpools—among the largest in the world—and venture into the remote beauty of Iya Valley, counted among...

While Kagawa is widely known as the “Udon Prefecture,” it’s also home to one of the world’s most captivating art destinations—Naoshima, a small island floating in the Seto Inland Sea. Entirely immersed in contemporary art and architecture, Naoshima offers a rare...

Renowned for having the clearest waters in Japan, Kochi Prefecture’s Niyodo River and Shimanto River offer breathtaking vistas of pure streams and untouched nature that soothe the soul. Each river reveals its own unique character—from the vivid sapphire hues of...