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JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki City Apple Park Lets You Discover the Largest Apple Producers in Japan

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki City Apple Park Lets You Discover the Largest Apple Producers in Japan

Last April, we had the opportunity to visit Hirosaki in Aomori Prefecture, the city recognized as the largest apple producer in Japan. We toured Hirosaki City Apple Park, an apple-themed park that’s worth a detour for tourists of all ages.

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Aomori Prefecture

Hirosaki Spot 2018

Hirosaki Spot 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Kenroku Garden in Ishikawa Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Kenroku Garden in Ishikawa Prefecture

Kenroku-en was once the outer garden of Kanazawa Castle, the home of the daimyos, landlords of Kanazawa, during the Edo period. It has gone through several renovations, including the expansion of the Kasumiga-ike Pond found in the center of the garden, throughout its history.

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Ishikawa Prefecture

New Golden Route 2018

Historical landmark

New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tsugaru-han Neputa Village in Hirosaki City Will Immerse You with Cultural Experiences

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tsugaru-han Neputa Village in Hirosaki City Will Immerse You with Cultural Experiences

The city of Hirosaki in Aomori is best explored through Tsugaru-han Neputa Village a spot that serves as a microcosm of the town that’s rich in culture and tradition. A trip to this village will immerse you in cultural experiences you can only find in Hirosaki, a leisurely introduction to the region’s outlying neighborhood.

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Aomori Prefecture

Hirosaki Spot 2018

Museum & Art Gallery

Historical landmark

Hirosaki Spot 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art in Ishikawa Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art in Ishikawa Prefecture

If you’ve ever wondered what it would feel like to be in a fusion of a museum and a public park, then the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa is the place for you.

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Feature of the Month

Ishikawa Prefecture

New Golden Route 2018

Amusement park/Theme park

Feature of the Month

Museum & Art Gallery

New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Parade Float Exhibition Hall in Aomori Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Parade Float Exhibition Hall in Aomori Prefecture

The Otemon Square is a good place to visit in Aomori to learn useful information about Aomori Prefecture, particularly Hirosaki City's tourist spots. It houses various establishments like the Parade Float Exhibition Hall and the Former City Library.

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Aomori Prefecture

Hirosaki Spot 2018

Hirosaki Spot 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Exploring Kanazawa City in Ishikawa Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Exploring Kanazawa City in Ishikawa Prefecture

Let’s explore Kanazawa City and immerse in the center of what was once the prosperous Kaga region.

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Ishikawa Prefecture

New Golden Route 2018

New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki Catholic Church in Aomori Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki Catholic Church in Aomori Prefecture

The Hirosaki Catholic Church is a Roman-style building built by Yokoyama Tsuneki, the brother of Horie Sakichi, a well-known builder who designed most of the Western-style buildings in Hirosaki.

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Aomori Prefecture

Hirosaki Spot 2018

Historical landmark

Hirosaki Spot 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki Castle and Park in Aomori: Springtime’s Most Beautiful Cherry Blossom Destination

JAPAN TRAVEL: Hirosaki Castle and Park in Aomori: Springtime’s Most Beautiful Cherry Blossom Destination

When almost all of Japan’s cherry blossoms have already withered, Aomori Prefecture’s spring is just about to start. In the lesser-known city of Hirosaki, we’ll take you to a town that lures more and more tourists every springtime. All roads lead to Aomori Prefecture’s Hirosaki Castle and Park, a flourishing attraction in the midst of spring. Hirosaki Castle and Park in spring What to See at the Hirosaki Castle and Park Recognized as one of the top cherry blossom viewing sites in Japan, the sakura experience in Hirosaki Castle and Park traces its history back in 1715 when the famed Tsugaru clan ordered to plant cherry trees from Kyoto to […]

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Aomori Prefecture

Hirosaki Spot 2018

Historical landmark

Hirosaki Spot 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Discover Toyama Prefecture in the Hokuriku Region

JAPAN TRAVEL: Discover Toyama Prefecture in the Hokuriku Region

Toyama Prefecture is quite possibly one of the best places to visit in Japan when you want to see and experience what everyday living is like outside of Tokyo.

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Toyama Prefecture

New Golden Route 2018

New Golden Route 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Harmonica Yokocho in Musashino, Tokyo — Hidden Treasure Trove of Food and Nightlife

JAPAN TRAVEL: Harmonica Yokocho in Musashino, Tokyo — Hidden Treasure Trove of Food and Nightlife

Harmonica Yokocho is not just a place for a round of alcoholic drinks. There are also delicious yet cheap restaurants and snack shops to explore.

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Tokyo's Hidden Charms 2018

Tokyo's Hidden Charms 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo — The Enduring Remainder of Tsukiji Fish Market

JAPAN TRAVEL: Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo — The Enduring Remainder of Tsukiji Fish Market

The old Tsukiji Market's outer market (Tsukiji Jogai-Shijo) remains to be a destination especially for people who want a taste of fresh seafood and local specialties.

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Tokyo's Hidden Charms 2018

Tokyo's Hidden Charms 2018

Mandarake in Nakano, Tokyo: Japan’s Largest Anime and Manga Store

Mandarake in Nakano, Tokyo: Japan’s Largest Anime and Manga Store

Mandarake is one of the longest-standing and largest anime and manga stores not only in Japan but also in the whole world.

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Tokyo Spot 2018

Tokyo Spot 2018

teamLab Borderless in Odaiba, Tokyo: Transcending Boundaries Through Interactive Digital Art

teamLab Borderless in Odaiba, Tokyo: Transcending Boundaries Through Interactive Digital Art

Located inside the Palette Town complex in Odaiba, teamLab Borderless is the collective’s first permanent exhibition in Tokyo.

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Tokyo Spot 2018

Tokyo Spot 2018

Tokyo Character Street in Japan: Character Shopping Spree Right at Tokyo Station!

Tokyo Character Street in Japan: Character Shopping Spree Right at Tokyo Station!

Tokyo Character Street is a perfect destination for fans of anime, manga, and other cute Japanese characters.

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Tokyo Spot 2018

Tokyo Spot 2018

Chiku Chiku Cafe in Shibuya, Tokyo: Adorable Hedgehogs That Will Make Your Heart Melt

Chiku Chiku Cafe in Shibuya, Tokyo: Adorable Hedgehogs That Will Make Your Heart Melt

Go to Tokyo and you will find a little pet cafe that lets you interact and be up close with adorable little hedgehogs.

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Tokyo Spot 2018

Tokyo Spot 2018

Yakatabune Amitatsu: Unique Way of Dining and Touring Around Tokyo

Yakatabune Amitatsu: Unique Way of Dining and Touring Around Tokyo

Yakatabune Amitatsu is a provider that is almost as old as the "yakatabune" tradition, operating for a hundred years already.

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Tokyo Spot 2018

Tokyo Spot 2018

TOKYO SKYTREE℠: An Unconventional Match for the City

TOKYO SKYTREE℠: An Unconventional Match for the City

TOKYO SKYTREE is a breathtaking architectural marvel that has been ruling the skies of Eastern Tokyo Metropolis since it was publicly opened in May 2012.

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Tokyo Spot 2018

New Golden Route 2018

Tokyo Spot 2018

New Golden Route 2018

Aeon Mall Tokoname: Tax-Free Shopping for Tourists!

Aeon Mall Tokoname: Tax-Free Shopping for Tourists!

It’s the perfect shopping mall for tourists!

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Shoryudo Region

JAPAN TRAVEL: A Walk-Through to Nagoya Castle and Hommaru Palace’s History

JAPAN TRAVEL: A Walk-Through to Nagoya Castle and Hommaru Palace’s History

Learn how the lords of Nagoya Castle lived and welcomed their visitors before through Philippine Primer's walk-through inside Hommaru Palace!

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Shoryudo Region

Aichi Prefecture

Historical landmark

Laguna Ten Bosch: A One-Stop Holiday Destination in Gamagori, Japan

Laguna Ten Bosch: A One-Stop Holiday Destination in Gamagori, Japan

One Piece fans, we’re sure you’d want to visit this place!

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Shoryudo Region

Amusement park/Theme park

Tokugawaen: Japan’s Beautiful Garden

Tokugawaen: Japan’s Beautiful Garden

Strolling along Tokugawa Garden is always a good idea.

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Shoryudo Region

Aichi Prefecture

JAPAN TRAVEL: Inuyama Castle Stands as the Oldest in Japan

JAPAN TRAVEL: Inuyama Castle Stands as the Oldest in Japan

It’s an uphill battle to go to this castle, but it’s worth a trip.

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Shoryudo Region

Historical landmark

Gamagori Orange Park: A day of Fruit-Picking in Gamagori, Japan

Gamagori Orange Park: A day of Fruit-Picking in Gamagori, Japan

Outdoor enthusiasts will definitely have a great time at Gamagori Orange Park, where one can experience nature’s bountiful blessings.

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Shoryudo Region

Aichi Prefecture

A visit to Takayama Jinya, A Historic Government Office in Japan

A visit to Takayama Jinya, A Historic Government Office in Japan

We toured around the preserved government office in Takayama, and here’s what we learned.

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Shoryudo Region

Museum & Art Gallery

Miyagawa Morning Market Tour: A Walk along the Streets of Hida-Takayama

Miyagawa Morning Market Tour: A Walk along the Streets of Hida-Takayama

It’s never too early to shop in Takayama.

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Shoryudo Region

Sarubobo Doll Making Experience: The Day We Hatched Baby Monkeys

Sarubobo Doll Making Experience: The Day We Hatched Baby Monkeys

In Hida, we hatched baby monkeys.

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Gifu Prefecture

Museum Meiji-Mura: Where Japan Meets the West

Museum Meiji-Mura: Where Japan Meets the West

This open-air museum will take you back in Japan’s historical period!

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Shoryudo Region

Aichi Prefecture

Amusement park/Theme park

Museum & Art Gallery

Historical landmark

Hida-Furukawa: Must-Visit Spots and Why You Should Go Here

Hida-Furukawa: Must-Visit Spots and Why You Should Go Here

Did you know that Japanese animated film Kimi No Nawa based its film location in this quaint town of Hida Furukawa?

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Gifu Prefecture

Shoryudo Region

Historical landmark

Cutler Sanshu in Gifu, Japan: A Trip to the World of Samurai Swords

Cutler Sanshu in Gifu, Japan: A Trip to the World of Samurai Swords

Here’s where you can get the rare chance of seeing a sword-drawing performance right before your very eyes.

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Gifu Prefecture

Shoryudo Region

Shinhotaka Ropeway: A Cloud 9 Experience in Takayama City, Japan

Shinhotaka Ropeway: A Cloud 9 Experience in Takayama City, Japan

Looking for the best place to have an amazing snow experience?

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Gifu Prefecture

Shoryudo Region

Sports & Recreation