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10 reasons why Nagano, Japan should be your next destination this 2017

10 reasons why Nagano, Japan should be your next destination this 2017

This article lists ten reasons why Nagano Prefecture is a great choice when deciding where in Japan might want to explore.

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Hotel Chocolat in Hakodate, Japan

Hotel Chocolat in Hakodate, Japan

Hotel Chocolat is a 10-minute walk from the main establishments and the bay area.

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Hakodate, Japan

Hakodate, Japan

Yunokawa Prince Nagisatei in Hakodate, Japan

Yunokawa Prince Nagisatei in Hakodate, Japan

What's unique about Yunokawa Prince Negisetai is the traditional Japanese experience they offer.

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Hakodate, Japan

Hakodate, Japan

Trappistine Convent in Hakodate, Japan

Trappistine Convent in Hakodate, Japan

In 1898, eight nuns from France founded the oldest convent in Japan -- the Trappistine Convent.

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Hakodate Spot 2018

Hakodate Spot 2018

Tobetsu Trappist Monastery in Hokkaido, Japan

Tobetsu Trappist Monastery in Hokkaido, Japan

Less than an hour away from Hakodate town proper is the Tobetsu Trappist Monastery, which was built in 1907.

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Hakodate Spot 2018

Hakodate Spot 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Motomachi Roman Catholic Church in Hakodate

JAPAN TRAVEL: Motomachi Roman Catholic Church in Hakodate

Built by Priest Marin in 1877, the Roman Catholic Church in the Motomachi District is also recognized as the first wooden church.

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Hakodate Spot 2018

Hakodate Spot 2018

JAPAN TRAVEL: Mt. Hakodate is One of the World’s Best Night Views

JAPAN TRAVEL: Mt. Hakodate is One of the World’s Best Night Views

Mt. Hakodate is a 334-meter-high mountain in Japan which can be reached via ropeway, car or bus. It is located between two seas and is cited as having one of the best night views in Japan, and it was given a three-star rating by Michelin Green Guide Japon.

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Hakodate Spot 2018

Hakodate Spot 2018