Utsukushigahara:Enjoying the Changing Seasons

This entry is part 1 of 10 in the series Trekking Japan’s Scenic Seasons 1

Mio’s Introduction to Utsukushigahara Hello, I’m Mio! Today, I’d like to introduce you to one of my favorite places, Utsukushigahara. Exploring Nature’s Treasure: Utsukushigahara Trekking Overview: Utsukushigahara, located in Nagano Prefecture, is a highland area over 2000 meters above sea level, offering some of Japan’s most breathtaking scenery. With its expansive grasslands, panoramic views of […]

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Introduction Little Kyoto2

This entry is part 3 of 3 in the series Little Kyoto Vol2

How This Book Was Made This book was created using WordPress. We asked ChatGPT for ideas on what to introduce about Japan to people overseas. ChatGPT gave us specific ideas, which we wrote in Japanese. We checked everything online for accuracy and made corrections as needed. Next, we translated the text into simple, easy-to-understand English.

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Hyogo

This entry is part 2 of 3 in the series Little Kyoto Vol2

Mio Visits Izushi City Mio’s next journey brought her to Izushi City, known as a “Little Kyoto” for its historical atmosphere and cultural richness. Upon arriving in Izushi, Mio first explored the ruins of Izushi Castle. The castle, originally built in the Edo period, provided a glimpse into Japan’s feudal past. She marveled at the

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Hyogo

This entry is part 1 of 3 in the series Little Kyoto Vol2

Tamba Sasayama City Mio’s next trip took her to Tamba Sasayama City in Hyogo Prefecture, known as a “Little Kyoto” for its historic charm and rich cultural heritage. Upon arriving in Tamba Sasayama, Mio first visited the ruins of Sasayama Castle. Built during the Edo period, the castle ruins impressed her with their grand structure

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Introduction 1

This entry is part 11 of 12 in the series Discover Japan's Natural Beauty  1

How This Book Was Made This book was created using WordPress. We asked ChatGPT for ideas on what to introduce about Japan to people overseas. ChatGPT gave us specific ideas, which we wrote in Japanese. We checked everything online for accuracy and made corrections as needed. Next, we translated the text into simple, easy-to-understand English.

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This entry is part 10 of 12 in the series Discover Japan's Natural Beauty  1

Hello, I’m Mio! Today, I’m going to share detailed information about Kamikochi, one of Japan’s most beautiful natural spots. Basic Information about Kamikochi Kamikochi is a mountain resort in the Northern Japanese Alps, located in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture. It sits at an elevation of about 1,500 meters (4,921 feet) and is known for its

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Iriomote Island

This entry is part 9 of 12 in the series Discover Japan's Natural Beauty  1

Hello, I’m Mio! Today, I’m going to share detailed information about Iriomote Island, one of Japan’s most beautiful natural spots. Basic Information about Iriomote Island Iriomote Island is the second largest island in Okinawa Prefecture and is part of the Yaeyama Islands. The island is mostly covered by subtropical rainforest, making up about 90% of

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Daisetsuzan

This entry is part 8 of 12 in the series Discover Japan's Natural Beauty  1

Hello, I’m Mio! Today, I’m going to share detailed information about Daisetsuzan, one of Japan’s most beautiful winter destinations. Basic Information about Daisetsuzan Daisetsuzan is a mountain range located in the central part of Hokkaido. It includes many mountains, with Mount Asahi (Asahidake) being the highest peak at 2,291 meters (7,516 feet). Daisetsuzan is known

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Nikko

This entry is part 7 of 12 in the series Discover Japan's Natural Beauty  1

Hello, I’m Mio. Today, I’m going to share detailed information about Nikko, one of Japan’s beautiful and historic spots. Basic Information about Nikko Nikko is located in Tochigi Prefecture and is known for its rich history and natural beauty. It has been designated as a Special Historic Site and a Special Natural Monument in Japan.

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