Shiga > Azuchi Castle (安土城): Nobunaga’s legacy
Azuchi-jō Castle (安土城) is a place steeped in history and mystery. Built in 1579 by the legendary feudal lord Oda Nobunaga (織田信長), this castle marked a new era in Japanese architecture.
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Traveling Japan Without Tourists
From Kyoto
Discover the best places to go from Kyoto City (京都市)
Shiga > Metasequoia Namikidō (メタセコイア並木道): The avenue of Metasequoias
Metasequoia Namikidō (メタセコイア並木道) is a stunning avenue that stretches for approximately 2.4 km. Flanked by around 500 metasequoia trees, this picturesque route offers a unique visual spectacle at any time of the year.
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Kyoto > Sankoji Temple: A hidden temple with spectacular views
High atop Mount Nishiyama (西山) in Kyoto (京都), surrounded by nature and tranquility, lies a nearly unknown and untouristed temple that is almost 1,000 years old. The historic Honzan Sankoji (本山三鈷寺).
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Kyoto > Hidden Temples in Northern Arashiyama (嵐山)
North of Arashiyama (嵐山), one of Kyoto’s most popular tourist areas (京都), there are temples hidden away where mass tourism cannot reach. Away from the crowded area, these temples are surrounded by mountains and wrapped in lush bamboo forests, these ancient enclosures offer a unique experience, almost devoid of tourists, and a glimpse into the tranquil essence of Japan.
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Toyama > Nukumori no sato Onsen (ぬく森の郷): Hot springs from 15 million years ago
Nukumori no Sato (ぬく森の郷) is an onsen (温泉) in Toyama Prefecture (富山県). The hot springs come from a depth of 665 meters and are surrounded by volcanic rock from Iōzan (医王山), a volcano that has accumulated a wealth of minerals for over 15 million years.
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Kyoto > Komyoji Temple (光明寺): Stunning red leaves near Kyoto
Kōmyō-ji Temple (光明寺), located in the city of Nagaokakyo (長岡京市), is a must-see destination for lovers of autumn scenery. This Buddhist temple is known for offering one of the most impressive scenes of red leaves in the Kansai area.
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Hyogo > Akashi Kaikyo (明石海峡大橋): the longest suspension bridge in the world
The Akashi Kaikyo Bridge (明石海峡大橋), also known as the “Great Akashi Strait Bridge”, is one of the most impressive engineering works in Japan. With a length of 3,911 meters, it is the longest suspension bridge in the world.
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