Osaka
The second largest city in Japan after Tokyo, Osaka is famous for its food and warm hospitality, as well as...
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Osaka Castle
As an important historical landmark in Osaka, the castle is a spot for cherry blossom viewing during April. However, the...
Beppu
Beppu is considered one of the hot spring capitals of Japan, with the entire town's identity based on the numerous...
Futagoji Temple
A large temple complex on top Futago Mountain, Futagoji Temple is a perfect example of how Japan does temples. The...
Kitsuki
An old Samurai town in Oita Prefecture, Kyushu is as authentic an experience you can get of the old way...
Himeji Castle
One of the finest and largest castles in Japan, Himeji Castle has it's own Shinkansen station on the Tokaido line,...
Aso Cuddly Dominion
Formally Aso Bear Park, the rebranded "Cuddly Dominion" is full of various experiences with cute animals and the starting point...
Hakodate, Hokkaido
Famous for its mountain top view, but nothing much else, a side trip on the way to Sapporo is probably...
Sapporo Snow Festival
As the largest and most famous Snow Festival in Japan, travel into Sapporo over this holiday season can get expensive...
Sapporo
The largest city in the northern island of Japan, Sapporo is mostly famous for its beer and its snow festival....