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Hokkaido Prefecture

Hokkaido

Japan's Northern Prefecture

Kanagawa

Vibrant Cities, scenic temples, and Fuji Views
Fushimi Inari in Kyoto Prefecture

Kyoto

Cultural heart of Japan, featuring temples, forests, and scenic landscapes.
Itsukushima Shrine Torii on Miyajima, one of Hiroshima Prefectures most iconic destinations.

Hiroshima

Historic, resilient, scenic coasts, cultural sites, and peaceful remembrance.
Kamakura & Enoshima

Kamakura & Enoshima

Coastal town with viral views
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Osaka

Foodie capital with lively streets and modern attractions.
Red roof of Nikkozan Rinnoji Temple in Nikko

Nikko

Historic mountain town with shrines, waterfalls, hot springs, and nature.
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Tokyo

Endless energy, tech, tradition, and trendsetting culture.
Lake Ashinoko, which surrounds Hakone, with Hakone Shrine floating on the shore, Mount Fuji in the background, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is one of the top 5 things to do in Hakone

Hakone

Hot springs, scenic lakes, art museums, and stunning Mount Fuji views.

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Tohoku & Hokkaido

Hokkaido Prefecture

Hokkaido

Japan's Northern Prefecture
Lake Todawa on the Border of Akita and Aomori Prefecture

Akita Prefecture

Scenic, snowy region with hot springs, and nature.
Hanamiyama is a popular flower viewing spot for Fukushima prefecture locals.

Fukushima Prefecture

Resilient region with mountains, lakes, hot springs, samurai towns, and history.
One of the visually striking Nebuta floats at the Nebuta Museum Wa Rasse in Aomori Prefecture, one of the premier things to see and do in Aomori Prefecture.

Aomori Prefecture

Northern gem with vibrant festivals, lush forests, apples, and traditions.
Fukuura Island in Miyagi Prefecture

Miyagi Prefecture

Vibrant city life, coastal beauty, and historic sites.
Ginzan Onsen Village is among the best views in Japan, Yamagata Prefecture, Tohoku Region.

Yamagata Prefecture

Mountain temples, cherry harvests, and hot springs.
Genbikei Gorge, Iwate Prefecture

Iwate Prefecture

Mountainous region with temples, coastlines, and rich cultural heritage.

Kanto

Sawara Canal boat in Chiba Prefecture

Chiba Prefecture

Narita Airport, coastal resorts, and Tokyo Disneyland.
The Shibuya Crossing is one of the best free things to do in Tokyo, and is among many of the other free things to do in Tokyo prefecture. In this Guide, we'll share with you the best way to spend 48 hours in tokyo, through this 2 days in Tokyo Itinerary.

Tokyo

Endless energy, tech, tradition, and trendsetting culture.
Akagi Shrine in Gunma Prefecture

Gunma Prefecture

Mountainous onsen paradise with nature, history, and rural charm.

Kanagawa

Vibrant Cities, scenic temples, and Fuji Views
Ushiku Daibutsu in Ibaraki Prefecture

Ibaraki Prefecture

Nature, science, and quiet countryside.
Saitama Railway Museum, Saitama Prefecture

Saitama Prefecture

Suburban escapes with nature, temples, and festivals.
Kegon Falls, Tochigi Prefecture, with Lake Chuzenji in the background.

Tochigi Prefecture

Nikko shrines, waterfalls, and onsen retreats.

Chubu

Kansui Park in Toyama Prefecture

Toyama Prefecture

Alpine beauty, seafood, and glass art.
Shiraito falls, Shizouka Prefecture

Shizouka Prefecture

Mount Fuji views, tea fields, and hot springs.
One of the the many stone lanterns at Kenroku-en garden, with a calm lake in the background, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture

Ishikawa

Historic prefecture with samurai heritage, hot springs, and coastal scenery.
Korankei Valley in Aichi Prefecture is a famous autumn destination.

Aichi Prefecture

Explore Nagoya and Inuyama
Arakurayama Sengen Park, Yamanashi Prefecture, is one of the most stunning views in Japan

Yamanashi Prefecture

Mount Fuji, wineries, lakes, and hiking trails.
Matsumoto Castle, Nagano Prefecture

Nagano Prefecture

Mountain towns, temples, and winter sports.
The streets of Magome juku, Gifu Prefecture are rustic and beautifully restored

Gifu Prefecture

Historic towns, lush mountains, traditional crafts, serene and scenic beauty.
Echizen Daibutsu is a modern termple, with an impressive Buddha statue within, and beautiful exterior architecture. Fukui prefecture.

Fukui Prefecture

Dinosaurs, scenic coastlines, temples, and peaceful countryside

Kansai

Seiganto-ji Pagoda with Nachi falls in the background, Wakayama Prefecture

Wakayama Prefecture

Pilgrimage routes, temples, and coastal adventure.
Maruyama Senmaida in Mie Prefecture

Mie Prefecture

Sacred shrines, pearl diving, and coastal scenery
Himeji Castle in Hyogo prefecture

Hyogo Prefecture

Diverse prefecture with castles, mountains, hot springs, and Kobe beef.
Deer in Nara Park, Nara Prefecture

Nara Prefecture

Ancient temples, friendly deer, and historical roots.

Shiga Prefecture

Lake Biwa, castles, and historic pilgrimage sites.
Fushimi Inari in Kyoto Prefecture

Kyoto

Cultural heart of Japan, featuring temples, forests, and scenic landscapes.
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Osaka

Foodie capital with lively streets and modern attractions.

Chugoku

Itsukushima Shrine Torii on Miyajima, one of Hiroshima Prefectures most iconic destinations.

Hiroshima

Historic, resilient, scenic coasts, cultural sites, and peaceful remembrance.
Matsue Castle in Shimane Prefecture

Shimane Prefecture

Ancient shrines, myths, and coastal beauty.
Okayama Castle keep, Okayama Prefecture

Okayama Prefecture

Historic gardens, castles, and sunshine weather.
Motonosumi Inari Shrine in Yamaguchi Prefecture has 123 bright red torii gates that line the hillside path, Yamanashi prefecture

Yamaguchi Prefecture

Historic towns, scenic bridges, and coastlines.
Tottori Sand Dunes

Tottori Prefecture

Sand dunes, coastlines, and manga culture.

Shikoku

Ritsurin Garden Kagawa Prefecture

Kagawa Prefecture

Smallest prefecture, famous for udon and island art.
Naruto Whirlpools, formed on the Naruto Strait, Tokushima Prefecture

Tokushima Prefecture

Dance festivals, whirlpools, and pilgrimage trails.
Kashiwajima Odo Observatory, Kochi Prefecture

Kochi Prefecture

Pristine rivers, ocean views, and historic festivals.
Kirosan Park at night, Ehime Prefecture

Ehime Prefecture

Historic coastal charm, citrus groves, castles, hot springs, and cycling paradise.

Kyushu & Okinawa

Tachiho Gorge in Miyazaki Prefecture

Miyazaki Prefecture

Vibrant city life, coastal beauty, and historic sites.
Sakurajima in Kagoshima Prefecture is one of Japan's most scenic destinations. Tucked away in Southern Japan, this beautiful location is the sight of an active volcano.

Kagoshima Prefecture

Active volcanoes, island escapes, and samurai history
Mount Sarakura in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka Prefecture

Fukuoka Prefecture

Vibrant cities and rich food culture
Akaike at Umi Jigoku Beppu Hell, Oita Prefecture

Oita Prefecture

Famous hot springs and natural relaxation.
Mt. Inasayama, Nagasaki Prefecture, is one of the three night views of Japan.

Nagasaki Prefecture

Global heritage, Christian sites, and scenic islands.
Kumamoto Castle in Kumamoto Prefecture

Kumamoto Prefecture

Majestic castle, volcanoes, and countryside beauty
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Okinawa Prefecture

Okinawa Prefecture

Island paradise with beaches, coral reefs, and unique culture.

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