Laview (001 series), operated by Seibu Railway, debuted in 2019. Supervised by architect Kazuyo Sejima, the train redefines rail travel through a concept embedded in its very name.

Discover the beauty and wisdom of the natural world at BOTANICA MUSEUM, a plant-focused haven in Chiba where visitors are invited to experience nature through sight, sound, scent, touch, and taste.

The Tanigawadake Ropeway ferries you to the top of the mountain, as seasonal colors bloom far down below, at Tanigawadake Joch by Hoshino Resorts.

Stroll along this peaceful trail, named after the falconry once practiced in the area, and discover crystal-clear springs celebrated among Japan’s most remarkable waters.

Explore the remnants of Japan's largest castle fortress, where towering stone walls and historic gates reveal the grandeur of the Tokugawa shogunate's political center.

Katsunuma Budou no Oka stands on the site of Katsunuma-juku, once a thriving post town along the Koshu Kaido. Surrounded by vineyards, it conveys the history and terroir of Japanese wine to this day.

In the summer, you can enjoy playing in the jumbo pool, which consists of 7 pools including the "Wave Pool" and "Water Slider". On the lawn plaza, which is filled with a tropical atmosphere, you can relax and play under the blue skies. The traffic park has transportation-themed facilities, such as the popular sky cycle and bicycle practice courses.

Tucked away in Kawagoe’s historic district, the Chabudai Guesthouse invites travelers to pause, connect, and experience the town’s nostalgic charm at a slower pace. With its century-old architecture, cozy café, and warm community spirit, it’s a traveler’s haven where time moves in the rhythms of old Japan.

Over one million years, these riveting rock formations have been shaped into a thing of beauty.

In the heart of Joetsu, a spacious castle park where the memory of history lingers and the changing seasons invite quiet reflection.

Enjoy a serene getaway at Shinra Yoro Valley, a luxury hot spring resort nestled in the Yoro Valley of Chiba Prefecture, where guests can immerse themselves in seasonal landscapes and rejuvenating black hot springs.

Experience the charm of rural Japan aboard the Satoyama Torocco, an open-air sightseeing train that glides through peaceful countryside and historic stations along the Kominato Railway.

Set in a tranquil area distinct from central Karuizawa, this former post town preserves the history of the Nakasendō and Hokkoku Kaidō junction in a calm, understated atmosphere.

Just over an hour from central Tokyo, Ogawa Town offers a peaceful escape into Japan’s living traditions of washi papermaking, sake brewing, and rural hospitality. Blending craftsmanship and nature, this “Little Kyoto of Musashi” invites visitors to slow down and rediscover beauty in simplicity. Main Text: For travelers seeking authenticity, tranquility, and timeless craftsmanship, Ogawa Town offers a journey where every road, river, and handmade sheet of paper tells a story still unfolding.

The historic former residence of a prince transformed into an art museum.

Experience the perfect blend of history and nature at Shiroyama Park, where Tateyama Castle stands, built on the ruins of the former castle site, over beautiful seasonal gardens and harbor views in southern Chiba Prefecture.

Reimagined as a space for reconnection rather than observation, Gunma Flower Park + invites visitors of all ages to engage with flowers through play, learning, and everyday experiences rooted in Gunma’s landscape.

Kofu Castle is a historic site where powerful stone walls and restored structures tell its past. Known as Maizuru Castle, its white walls evoke a crane in flight, blending beauty and warfare.