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  • January 25, 2018

    Hirayu Onsen: A Historical Hot Spring Haven

    Nestled in the scenic Okuhida region of Gifu Prefecture, Hirayu Onsen is the oldest and largest of the five onsen towns in the area. Renowned for its therapeutic hot springs and stunning natural surr...
  • April 30, 2019

    Utsukushigahara Highlands & Open-Air Museum

    Within easy reach of Matsumoto City, Utsukushigahara is a highland area known for its panoramic views during the day and star-filled sky at night. Rising to around 2000 metres above sea level, the hi...
  • May 3, 2017

    Amerika-mura

    Also known as ‘Amemura’, ‘Amerika-mura’ or ‘America Village’ is Osaka’s most famous centre for youth culture. Taking its name from the influence of American culture - most readily identifiable in the...
  • May 2, 2017

    Namba Parks

    Located to the south of Namba Station, ‘Namba Parks’ is a shopping and office complex designed to mimic a natural canyon in the heart of one of Japan’s largest cities. Housing 120 stores, numerous re...
  • May 1, 2017

    Nipponbashi Electric ‘Den Den Town’

    Japan’s celebrated culture of ‘anime’, ‘manga’, ‘cosplay’ and all things ‘otaku’ draws as many international visitors as its celebrated temples, shrines and traditional culture. While Osaka doesn’t c...
  • February 5, 2018

    Shirahone Onsen

    Lying nearby the popular destinations of Mount Norikura and Kamikochi, Shirahone Onsen is a small hot spring enclave deep within the Chubu Sangaku National Park The area is home to a number of guesth...
  • February 25, 2018

    Hida-Furukawa: A Hidden Gem of Gifu Prefecture

    Hida-Furukawa is a charming town nestled in the scenic hills of northern Gifu Prefecture, offering a preserved historical ambiance and tranquil atmosphere. Unlike its bustling neighbor, Takayama, Hid...
  • April 29, 2017

    Osaka Castle Park

    Though a city celebrated mostly for its modern, brash and vibrant character, Osaka is a city with a long and important history, reflected in the grand architecture, open spaces and feudal defences of...
  • April 30, 2017

    Umeda Sky Building

    Located in the Kita district of Osaka – and within easy walk of both Osaka-Umeda Station and Osaka Station  - Umeda Sky Building is one of the city’s most recognisable structures. Designed by ac...