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Shukkeien Garden in Hiroshima Prefecture is a striking daimyo‘s (feudal lord) garden dating back to the early 17th century. It’s a historical site that offers visitors a glimpse into Japanese history. Unfortunately, during the atomic bombing of August 6, 1945, it was completely destroyed. However, the garden has been restored to its former glory. This garden is an exceptional example of a traditional Japanese garden that showcases the beauty and elegance of Japanese aesthetics. Miniaturized SceneriesOne of the most notable features of Shukkeien Garden is its miniaturized sceneries, designed to...
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Located in Kurayoshi City in Tottori Prefecture (Japan’s least-populated prefecture), Utsubuki Park is an off-the-beaten-path destination that lets visitors enjoy cherry blossoms away from large crowds. Thousands of trees bloom here from late March to mid-April, and the park is counted among Japan’s top 100 city parks and cherry blossom viewing spots. Aside from cherry blossoms, the park has hiking trails, a pond garden and other seasonal views. Best of all, public transportation makes this park accessible from other regional attractions such as the Tottori Sand Dunes and Mount Daisen. Built f...
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Tottori—the least populated prefecture in Japan, invites visitors to experience sand dunes, delectable food and classic anime and manga. Best of all, Tottori is off the beaten path and a great place to avoid large crowds. The prefectural capital, Tottori City, is a particularly popular destination because it offers convenient access to the sand dunes and cherry blossom viewing spots such as Kyusho Park. Built atop the ruins of Tottori Castle and home to hundreds of cherry blossom trees, Kyusho Park is a place where visitors and locals alike enjoy the seasons and connect with regional history. ...
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Towards the northern part of Awaji Island in southern Hyogo prefecture, there is a beautiful flower garden known as Awaji Hanasajiki or Awaji Flower Gallery. Seasonal bloomsThe area of flowers is substantially large, with 15 hectares of various colored flowers that differ depending on the season. Because of this, it’s a location that can be enjoyed year-round. On a sunny day, the view is spectacular. The flowers in season are abundantly scattered along the slope and are usually quite aromatic. Each season offers a highly contrasted landscape of flowers and colors, so every time you visit will ...
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Towards the northern part of Awaji Island, there is a special place called Awaji Yumebutai that is a captivating mix of architecture and nature. It has a banquet hall, an open-air amphitheater and a botanical garden. In a park-like setting, there are also flower fields, eateries, stores, walkways and eye-catching architecture. Plans for the Awaji YumebutaiJapanese architect Tadao Ando was the creator of the multipurpose complex of buildings in Awaji Yumebutai. The location was built upon what was left of a hilltop that had been destroyed by ongoing dirt extraction for major landfill operations...
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Bordering Mie and Nara Prefectures, Soni Highlands is a hidden paradise for everyone who wants to taste the natural beauty of this region. The area is famous for its pleasing gold-color pampas grass fields observed throughout fall. You can enjoy the breathtaking views of the pampas grass swaying with the wind and walk close to the grass fields. If you visit the area in the fall, you cannot miss the evening lantern lights. The pampas grass fields of Soni Highland are illuminated on autumn evenings from mid-September to November. Autumn in the highlandsNovember is the perfect time to view the gr...
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In Japan, Kyoto is one of the more brilliant, albeit crowded, locations for viewing beautiful cherry blossom scenes in spring. The prefecture’s ancient shrines, temples, and rivers are the oh-so-scenic backdrops to your cherry blossom experience. Here are some of the best spots for hanami (cherry blossoms viewing picnic) in and around Japan’s cultural capital. Cherry Blossom 2021 Travel TipsUse our interactive map on the homepage of GaijinPot Travel for the most up-to-date forecast!Festival dates may change to match the blooming of the flowers, so it’s worth double-checking before you go.Cherr...
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Japan’s southern regions, Kyushu and Shikoku, are the first to show signs of spring as the cherry blossoms bloom across Japan like a pink tidal wave. Kyushu’s capital, Fukuoka, is famous for its ramen, but don’t let your taste buds pull you away from Fukuoka’s superb flower viewing locations. Neighboring prefectures such as Kagoshima and Kumamoto, as well as the spectacular sakura views found in Shikoku, will make any trip to Japan’s southern islands this spring an excellent experience. Cherry Blossom 2021 Travel TipsUse our interactive map on the homepage of GaijinPot Travel for the most up-t...
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Hiroshima is in the heart of the Chugoku region on the western side of Japan’s main island of Honshu. Hiroshima and surrounding Chugoku prefectures such as Okayama, Yamaguchi, and Shimane are filled with traditional architecture, lush parks, and long stretches of awe-inspiring natural scenery. Cherry Blossom 2021 Travel TipsUse our interactive map on the homepage of GaijinPot Travel for the most up-to-date forecast!Festival dates may change to match the blooming of the flowers, so it’s worth double-checking before you go.Cherry blossoms are super popular in Japan, so even locations with a lowe...
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It is not difficult to see why countless visitors flock to the famous “hell” in Nagano Prefecture especially in winter. The world-famous “Snow Monkey Park” is located in the Valley of Yokoyu River in northern Nagano, where steep cliffs and steaming hot springs in the area resemble harsh hell-like conditions — but in a picturesque kind of way. Hence the park name Jigokudani, which literally means “Hell Valley” in Japanese. Thanks to the heavy snow that the park receives each year, we are able to watch families of Japanese macaque monkeys happily bathe in roasting hot springs up close. Hell Vall...
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