Visit this Japanese nature park to see a unique moss colony. Located in Nakanojo Town in Gunma Prefecture, Chatsubomi Moss Park offers visitors a breath of fresh air in an area designated as a national natural monument.

Amidst the scenic greenery of Shibukawa, Hara Museum ARC is a haven for contemporary art lovers. This unique museum integrates cutting-edge exhibitions with breathtaking natural surroundings, giving visitors a tranquil yet inspiring experience. ©Art by Kokoro, Jean-Michel Othoniel, 2009 ©Photo by Yuichi Shiraku

In Gyoda (Saitama Prefecture), a new tradition has been established: “Tanbo Art” (rice field art), a stunning seasonal display that transforms large rice fields into colorful canvases. Various shades of rice plants create elaborate artworks that showcase the region's agricultural tradition in a modern and impressive way. As one of Japan’s most innovative rural attractions, Gyoda’s rice paddy art combines farming techniques with contemporary creativity, drawing visitors from around the world.

Step back in time and experience the charm of Edo and Meiji-era Japan at the Nipponia Sawara Merchant Town Hotel in Katori City, Chiba. Located in Sawara, an area designated as a Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, this one-of-a-kind accommodation invites guests to immerse themselves in the history and culture of a flourishing merchant town once known as "Edo’s Kitchen." With its blend of traditional Japanese architecture and modern comforts, the hotel provides a stylish and unforgettable stay.

Treat yourself to an accommodation experience in Saitama that has it all - spa, barbeque, and stunning natural scenery. O Park Ogose offers a getaway from city life and a breath of fresh air deep in the countryside of Saitama Prefecture, a location perfect for relaxing and feel rejuvenated and refreshed amongst nature.

Rent a bike and ride through three rural towns filled with charming cafés, parks and museums on the way to the Kujukuri coastline on this active sightseeing adventure.

Discover the unique flavors of Fukushima Prefecture with a visit to the Fukushima Ouse Winery in Koriyama City. Established in 2015, this winery is more than just a place to taste wine: it’s a symbol of the region’s resilience and creativity after the hardship of the Great East Japan Earthquake. With a new business model that combines the production, processing, and sales of locally grown fruits, the winery is part of the “Fukushima Winery Project,” supporting local farmers and brands.

The only wooden double-helix styled building in Japan, this mysterious temple located in Aizuwakamatsu must be experienced to be believed. Located partially up the slopes of Mt. Iimoriyama, the site of the tragic end of the 19 samurai boys of the Byakkotai during the Boshin War, Sazaedo Temple is a curious architectural anomaly that has fascinated visitors from around the world.

Abt Road in Annaka, Gunma Prefecture, is a world away from high-speed bullet trains, timely commuter rails and subway systems. The 11.2-kilometer portion of railway on the Usui Main Line between Yokokawa and Karuizawa stations had been active for 104 years until it finally closed on September 30, 1997. The Usui Main Line and others like it connected Gunma, Nagano, and Niigata prefectures to Tokyo, paving the way for travel today. The Usui Line has since opened to visitors in the form of Abt Road, which welcomes hikers, adventurers and history enthusiasts from far and wide to enjoy the historic railway and make new kinds of memories on these tracks.

Tour a brewery where the focus is on conserving the surrounding area’s natural ecology and biodiversity.

This picturesque location nestled in the mountains near Hanno is the only place in eastern Japan where Buddhism and Shinto beliefs are still fused together.

Head to Kusatsu Onsen Ski Resort any time of the year to enjoy countless activities in nature, from skiing and hiking to playing with your furry friends!

Step into a piece of Japan's history while savoring its culinary treasures. Donryu Yokocho is the ultimate destination for food, drinks, and an unforgettable retro nightlife experience.

Explore a collection of preserved houses, shops, and public buildings that trace the evolution of Tokyo’s architecture and daily life from the Edo to the Showa period.

Iinuma Honke offers visitors the exceptional opportunity to stay overnight for a fully immersive sake brewing experience.

Embrace the outdoors and witness volcanic activity on this awe-inspiring tour through unique landscapes in this spectacular onsen area. Nihonmatsu City, in the north of Fukushima Prefecture, is home to an otherworldly landscape, covered in green vegetation, rocky terrain, and an impressive crater. This is the Adatara Sulfur Mine Trail, which is a fantastic destination for nature-lovers.

Minka-en preserves the history and culture of Fukushima through its collection of rare buildings, furniture, and tools relocated here from other parts of the prefecture.

Experience Japan’s quiet countryside from the comfort of a fully renovated kominka in Chiba.