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In winter, the entire city of Osaka and Kobe is enveloped in sparkling illuminations. Here are some spots where you can experience the romantic atmosphere and beautiful scenery that are unique to this season. It's perfect for a date or an outing with friends! Nakanoshima Illumination Street The illuminated tree-lined streets along the river in Nakanoshima, the city of water, are beautiful.

When you visit Japan, you will see vending machines wherever you go. They are installed in a variety of places, including roadsides, stations, tourist spots, and even in the mountains and on remote islands. It is said that there are more than 4 million vending machines in Japan, a number unparalleled in the world. What's more, the variety of items they sell is astonishing! Not only drinks, but also other items are sold in Japanese vending machines.

Autumn is the perfect season for outdoor activities, with cool weather and beautiful autumn leaves. Mountain climbing and camping are popular activities that allow you to feel refreshed while experiencing the beauty of nature that is unique to autumn. In this article, we will introduce some mountain climbing spots that even beginners can enjoy, popular camping areas, and tips for making the most of autumn nature! 1

As October arrives, leaves begin to change color all across the country, ushering in the perfect season to enjoy Japan's beautiful autumn scenery. In this article, we will introduce famous autumn foliage viewing spots across Japan, the history and culture of autumn leaf viewing, and the best seasons to enjoy the leaves. 1. The history and culture of autumn leaf viewing "Autumn leaf viewing" is a traditional Japanese leisure activity that takes place in the fall, when the leaves change color.

Autumn is the perfect season to enjoy traditional Japanese performing arts and art events in pleasant weather. There are many performances and events that even beginners can easily participate in. In this article, we will introduce traditional performing arts and art events that you cannot miss in the fall in an easy-to-understand manner for beginners. 1. Kabuki Kabuki has a history of about 400 years.

October, the season for new rice, is a very important time to gain a deeper understanding of Japanese food culture. New rice is rice that is just harvested in the fall and shipped that same year. It has more moisture than regular rice and is characterized by its fluffy texture and sweetness. During this time, Japanese restaurants and homes offer special opportunities to taste freshly cooked new rice.

October is the season when numerous autumn festivals are held all over Japan. Autumn festivals are traditional events celebrating Japan's rich nature and culture, and are festivals that have been held since ancient times and have the characteristics of each region. For foreigners, autumn festivals are also a great opportunity to experience Japanese history and culture. At autumn festivals, you can enjoy portable shrines, Japanese drum performances, and food stalls (

Every country has public transportation, and Japan also has a variety of convenient public transportation. Why not make good use of Japan's public transportation to make the most of your time and visit various tourist spots? 1. Types of public transportation in Japan [Trains (JR, private railways)] Railway lines that cover the entire country of Japan, and are particularly convenient for intercity and long-distance travel.

There are many delicious foods in Japan, but among them, the most unique and interesting are "Okonomiyaki" from Osaka, "Hiroshima-yaki" from Hiroshima, and "Monjayaki" from Tokyo. This time, we will introduce the differences and characteristics of these three dishes, as well as the culture of each! [Okonomiyaki] Okonomiyaki is a popular dish in the Kansai region of Japan, especially in the western part of the country.

This summer in Japan has been even hotter than usual, and the heatwave continues. In particular, temperatures are rising further in urban areas due to the heat island effect. This heatwave is likely to have a major impact on tourists as well. Differences between heatwaves overseas and Japan's heatwaves Japan's heatwaves are characterized by high humidity. In many overseas countries, dry heatwaves are the norm.