Discover Amazing places in Japan
Japan is a country with a unique culture and centuries—old traditions that are carefully passed down from generation to generation. This country is in many ways ahead of our time and at the same time does not lose its identity. Ancient temples and medieval castles are adjacent to skyscrapers and superhighways.
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Prefecture in Focus: Tottori
Tottori Prefecture's main cities and towns include the capital Tottori City, with a population of around 192,800 inhabitants, Kurayoshi, Sakaiminato (a port with ferry links to the Oki Islands in neighboring Shimane Prefecture) and Yonago (Tottori's second largest city).
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Arashiyama (嵐山) is a pleasant, touristy district in the western outskirts of Kyoto. The area has been a popular destination since the Heian Period (794-1185), when nobles would enjoy its natural setting. Arashiyama is particularly popular during the cherry blossom and fall color seasons.
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NAGOYA
Nagoya is the capital of the Japanese prefecture of Aichi, a large industrial and port city in the central part of the island of Honshu. The urban area of Naka is famous for its museums and pachinko (slot machine) halls. The entertainment district of Sakae is also located here, where tourists are attracted by the Skyboat Ferris wheel built into the building of the shopping center.
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NIIGATA
Niigata has access to the Sea of Japan. Its territory is crossed by mountains, especially high on the borders with other prefectures. The prefecture includes the islands of Sado and Awashima. Niigata is located in one of the most dangerous seismic zones. The prefecture's territory corresponds to the historical province of Echigo.
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OSAKA
Osaka is a major port and trading city on the island of the Japanese archipelago of Honshu, which is famous for its modern architecture, nightlife, cafes and eateries. The main historical attraction of the city is the samurai castle of the 16th century.
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SAITAMA
The Saitama area was historically known as a fertile agricultural region which produced much of the food for the Kantō region. During the Edo period, many fudai daimyōs ruled small domains within the Saitama area.
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UENO
Ueno food districts with elegant Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples. On an island in Ueno Park, there is a temple of the goddess Benzanten, built in the 17th century. At the Tokyo Museum you can see old Japanese art, and at the National Museum of Western Art you can see the work of Vincent van Gogh and Pablo Picasso.
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SHIBUYA
Shibuya is also related to the CBD of Shibuya, located next to Shibuya Station, one of the main stations on the Tokyo Railroad. The Shibuya area is known as one of Tokyo's main fashion hubs, especially for young people, as well as Tokyo's premier nightlife.
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