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Choshi City

A port city where you can see the earliest sunrise in Japan. It features fresh seafood, the retro Choshi Electric Railway, and iconic lighthouses.

Chiba
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Yamagata

Shinjo Higashiyama Yaki

Traditional pottery from Shinjo City, Yamagata Prefecture, known for its simple elegance, soft glaze, and the warmth of handmade craftsmanship.

Yamagata
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Fukushima

Takumi no Kokoro Yoshikawaya

A historic, long-established inn located in the quiet back-parlor of Iizaka Onsen. It boasts spacious open-air baths overlooking the beautiful canyon of the Surigami River, offering a luxurious bathing experience enveloped by the sounds of nature. Its refined Japanese hospitality and delicate, colorful cuisine using Fukushima’s seasonal ingredients are highly acclaimed both in Japan and abroad. It is an inn that provides a high-quality travel experience, harmonizing traditional Ryokan charm with modern comfort.

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Ishikawa

Asanogawa Enyu Kaikan

Located near Higashi Chaya District, this museum introduces Kanazawa's traditional "Ozashiki" tea house culture and the history of Geisha. Housed in a building that recreates traditional tea house architecture, it exhibits instruments like shamisen and taiko drums. It offers a rare look into the refined world of Geisha, which is often exclusive. Visitors can learn about the spirit of the arts preserved by these performers and sometimes even witness rehearsals on stage.

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Kanagawa

Sekiunji Temple

A quiet Zen temple famous for early spring wildflowers and plum blossoms. A peaceful spot for reflection during a hike.

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Ishikawa

Kanazawa Hyakumangoku Festival

Kanazawa's biggest event, celebrating Lord Maeda Toshiie's entry into Kanazawa Castle. The "Hyakumangoku Parade" features samurai processions, lion dances, and firemen's ladder climbing, turning the city into a vibrant Edo-period picture scroll. Don't miss the mystical "Kaga Yuzen Lantern Floating" on the Asano River at night. It is a grand festival where you can experience the essence of Kanazawa's history and traditional performing arts.

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Saitama

Moominvalley Park

The first Moomin theme park outside Northern Europe, set by a beautiful lake in Hanno. It combines Tove Jansson's whimsical world with Japanese nature, offering a healing and magical forest experience.

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Wakayama

Shirarahama Beach

"Shirarahama," the symbol of Nanki Shirahama, is one of Japan's most beautiful beaches, featuring white, silky sand stretching for about 620 meters, just as its name suggests. The emerald green crystal-clear sea and the landscape lined with palm trees offer an open feeling as if you were in a tropical resort. It has a sister beach affiliation with Waikiki Beach in Hawaii, and it is crowded with many bathers in summer. Fantastic illuminations are also held in winter, allowing enjoyment throughout the four seasons. Walking on the sandy beach is pleasant, and as a symbol of Wakayama's outdoor and relaxation,...

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