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. […]
Hello, I’m Mio. Today, I’m going to share detailed information about the Zao Mountain Range, one of Japan’s most beautiful places, especially in autumn. Basic Information about the Zao Mountain Range The Zao Mountain Range spans both Yamagata and Miyagi Prefectures. It is famous for its stunning seasonal landscapes, especially the autumn foliage that attracts
Basic Information about Miyajima Miyajima, also known as Itsukushima, is an island located in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. It is one of Japan’s three most scenic spots and is famous for its beautiful nature and historic buildings. The most famous landmark is the Itsukushima Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its floating torii
Exploring Bamboo Groves and Ancient Temples in Arashiyama Hello, I’m Mio-chan! Today, I’m going to share detailed information about Arashiyama, one of my favorite places in Japan. Basic Information about Arashiyama Arashiyama is a popular tourist destination located in the western part of Kyoto City. It is known for its beautiful seasonal landscapes and rich
Exploring the Flower Paradise: Tsurugi-san Hello, I’m Mio. Today, I want to share with you the beauty of Tsurugi-san, one of my favorite mountains in Japan. Basic Information about Tsurugi-san Tsurugi-san is located in the Shikoku region of Japan and stands at 1,955 meters (6,414 feet). It is the second-highest mountain in the Shikoku Mountains
Welcome to Nature-Filled Trekking Courses Hello, I’m Mio. I love Japan’s nature and want to share its beauty with you. Japan has many beautiful natural spots, and among them, I highly recommend exploring nature-filled trekking courses. The Charm of Trekking Trekking is a wonderful activity that allows you to immerse yourself in the beauty of
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Exploring the Flower Paradise: Tsurugi-san Hello, I’m Mio. Today, I want to share with you the beauty of Tsurugi-san, one of my favorite mountains in Japan. Basic Information about Tsurugi-san Tsurugi-san is located in the Shikoku region of Japan and stands at 1,955 meters (6,414 feet). It is the second-highest mountain in the Shikoku Mountains
Hello, I’m Mio. Today, I’m going to share detailed information about the Kumano Kodo, one of Japan’s most famous pilgrimage routes. Basic Information about the Kumano Kodo The Kumano Kodo is a network of ancient pilgrimage trails located on the Kii Peninsula in Japan. These trails connect the three grand shrines of Kumano, known as
Hello, I’m Mio! Today, I want to share detailed information about Hakuba Mountain, one of my favorite mountains in Japan. Basic Information about Hakuba Mountain Hakuba Mountain (Hakuba-dake) is part of the Northern Japanese Alps (Hida Mountains), spanning Nagano and Niigata prefectures. It stands at 2,932 meters. The mountain is known for its stunning alpine
The Legend of Amano-Iwato Amano-Iwato (Heavenly Rock Cave) is a pivotal episode in Japanese mythology, prominently featured in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki. This story recounts the chaos that ensues when the sun goddess Amaterasu retreats into the Heavenly Rock Cave and the subsequent efforts of the gods to coax her out. Amaterasu’s Retreat Amaterasu’s