Places From Nagoya - No Tourists Japan

Karst landscape at Myoshoji Temple (明星輪寺) on Kinseizan (金生山) in Gifu Prefecture, a serene Buddhist shrine

Gifu > Myoshoji Temple (明星輪寺): The Karst Temple Tourists Miss

Myoshoji Temple (明星輪寺) on Kinseizan (金生山) in Gifu offers a unique karst landscape and ancient serenity. A hidden gem with no tourists!

Layered rock of Benkei no Sentaku Iwa (弁慶の洗濯岩) along Fukui Prefecture’s coast, with waves and seasonal hues

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Fukui > Benkei no Sentaku Iwa (弁慶の洗濯岩): The Secret Coastal Rock You’ll Never Share

Carved by waves in Fukui Prefecture, Benkei no Sentaku Iwa (弁慶の洗濯岩) blends legend and nature near Fukui City. A quiet coastal gem with no crowds, stunning in every season.

View from Ishiwaki Castle (石脇城) in Shizuoka Prefecture, with Mount Fuji, Shinkansen tracks, and the Pacific Sea

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Shizuoka > Ishiwaki Castle (石脇城): The Fuji-View Castle Ruins You’ll Have Alone

Lost near Mount Fuji in Shizuoka, Ishiwaki Castle (石脇城) offers Shinkansen and sea views from its quiet summit. A forgotten Sengoku relic with no crowds, it’s a castle hunter’s dream.

Relaxing view of Shimagaahara Onsen (島ヶ原温泉) Yabuccha no Yu in Mie Prefecture, a secluded hot spring with natural kakenagashi waters

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Mie > Shimagahara Onsen (島ヶ原温泉): The Secret Onsen Haven You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner

Hidden in Mie Prefecture, Shimagahara Onsen (島ヶ原温泉) Yabuccha no Yu offers a pure, free-flowing hot spring escape near Iga. With saunas, local treats, and no crowds, it’s a serene gem for onsen lovers off the beaten path.

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Aichi > Onsen Kakitsubata (天然温泉かきつばた): Relax in a Hidden Onsen Along Japan’s Highways

Looking for a unique onsen experience near Nagoya without the tourist crowds? Kakitsubata Onsen, located at Kariya Highway Oasis, offers natural hot springs, open-air baths, and saunas in a convenient stop along the E1A expressway. Whether you’re traveling from Nagoya, Tokyo, or Shizuoka, this hidden gem lets you soak in mineral-rich waters, enjoy Aichi’s famous miso katsu, and even visit the Iwagike Park amusement area nearby.

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Mie > Futami Okitama Shrine (二見興玉神社): A Sacred Seaside Sanctuary Between the Sea and Cliffs

Discover Futami Okitama Shrine (二見興玉神社) – a hidden coastal gem in Mie Prefecture where legend, nature, and spirituality merge. Walk along stone paths between cliffs and the sea, witness the famous Meoto Iwa (夫婦岩) “wedded rocks,” and uncover the mystical Kaeru Iwa (かえる岩). A breathtaking, crowd-free escape near Ise!

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Gifu > Megumi no Yu Hot Spring (恵みの湯): A medicinal herb hot spring near Nagoya

Located just minutes from the historic Inuyama-jō Castle (犬山城), Megumi no Yu Onsen (恵みの湯) offers the perfect respite after a day of exploring Inuyama’s cultural riches. This onsen combines mineral-enriched hot springs and medicinal herbs, drawing on local herb-growing traditions dating back to the Edo era.