Shinagawa Shrine traces its origins to Tokugawa Ieyasu’s prayers for victory, preserving early Edo offerings. Facing 21st-century Tokyo, it is a rare place where history and the present intersect.

Experience the changing seasons while immersed in nature at kieto chichibu, an accommodation in Saitama Prefecture offering cottages, wellness facilities, and unforgettable moments with views of Mount Bukō. Trade the bustle of Tokyo for Chichibu's mountains, streams, and forests at a retreat where nature's rhythms guide your stay.

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

Developed on the site of the former Takasaki Castle, this park is an ode to Sengoku-era Japan.

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.

Savor authentic country cooking at Bikuya, a family-run restaurant in Gunma Prefecture specializing in fresh river fish, wild mountain vegetables, and handmade soba.

Cherished by generations of Aizu’s feudal lords, Oyakuen Garden offers visitors a rare blend of natural beauty, traditional medicine, and the enduring spirit of Aizu’s samurai legacy.

Guarding a vital gateway to the Tohoku region, Komine Castle and its museum offer an engaging blend of history, scenery, and immersive experiences.

Step into a modern art museum inspired by the relationship between humans and nature, where local scenery and world-class sculpture create a splendid harmony.

Discover the subtle art of sake and whiskey brewing on a distillery tour in the heart of Fukushima Prefecture. In Koriyama City in central Fukushima Prefecture is a distillery that produces prized sake and whiskey using traditional brewing methods that offers a fascinating insight into the world of Japanese sake and whiskey brewing culture.

Surrounded by deep mountain ranges, this former checkpoint stood on the front line of Edo’s defenses, strictly monitoring the movement of travelers.

Enjoy the vibrant food culture of southern Chiba at Ohara Fishing Port Morning Market, where fresh catches meet charcoal grills every Sunday morning.

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

Visit the historic temple where Japan's beloved Daruma was born and paint your own good-luck charm as a meaningful souvenir.

Discover the enchanting festivals of Sawara, a historic canal town where traditional floats, elegant Hina dolls, and vibrant iris gardens bring centuries of Japanese culture to life throughout the year.

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.

Discover Urayasu's rich maritime heritage at this immersive community museum, featuring a full-scale recreation of a 1952 fishing town complete with wooden houses, narrow alleys, and authentic cultural exhibits.