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5 Spooky Sights in Shimane Prefecture

Fan of legends, scary stories and traveling off the beaten path? Test your courage by visiting these haunting destinations in Shimane Prefecture.

By Laura Payne Sep 8, 2023 3 min read

5 Ways to Discover Traditional Okinawa Culture

Sample unique music, food and martial arts in Japan’s southernmost prefecture

By George Underwood Sep 4, 2023 5 min read

5 Day Trips from Kobe

Looking for places near Kobe that you can explore in a day? Here are five day trips from one of Japan's most attractive cities.

By Whitney Hubbell May 12, 2023 4 min read

How To Rent Bikes in Japan

By GaijinPot Blog May 6, 2023 1 min read

5 Places to Visit Important in Japanese History

Love the depth and drama of Japan’s long history? Check out this list of places to see some of the most defining moments in the country's history.

By Whitney Hubbell Apr 28, 2023 5 min read

5 Flower Parks in Shimane and Tottori

Hoping to experience some off-the-beaten-path flower viewing spots? Consider visiting these destinations in Japan’s two most rural prefectures.

By Laura Payne Apr 19, 2023 4 min read

Discover Okayama: Beautiful Home of Japanese Tradition, Pottery and Steel

Explore the hidden, cultural and even luxurious gems of Okayama Prefecture on the Japan Heritage website.

By Aaron Baggett Feb 28, 2023 5 min read

Discover Monks, Mountains and More on the Japan Heritage Official Website

Traditional Japanese culture, hot spring escapes and mountainous panoramic views await.

By Aaron Baggett Oct 18, 2022 4 min read

Explore Japan’s Lesser-Known Spots in Comfort with a Motorhome

Japan is known for its world-class public transport, but that can only get you so far. Rent a camper van on your next visit to fully explore Japan to truly get off the beaten path!

By Robert Kodama Aug 4, 2022 7 min read

Oshima, Niijima and Kozushima: 3 Distinct Cultures of Tokyo Far from the City

Fancy sampling what island life has to offer? Take a short trip from Tokyo to experience what to see and do on three of the capital’s beautiful islands.

By Chris Lawson Mar 29, 2022 6 min read

5 National Parks Where You Can Explore Japan’s Great Outdoors

Whether you crave a multi-day outdoor adventure or simply want some natural beauty to restore the senses—Japan's majestic national parks await.

By Patrick Parr Mar 24, 2022 5 min read