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| Explore Regional Japan 2! |
| See, Feel and Experience Rural Japan |
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 Statistically most foreign visitors to Japan stay in Tokyo, Kyoto or Osaka, three cosmopolitan cities offering a plethora of sightseeing and fun activities situated within the aptly named 'Golden Route.' Thankfully, for the bold and discerning traveler, Japan possesses a wide array of remarkable regional cities. A grand history dating to prehistoric ages ensures each locality serves up a unique range of customs, dialect and culture. These off-the-beaten path destinations are truly rewarding and more than repay with unforgettable memories the extra effort to discover and can conveniently be reached within three to four hours from Tokyo or Osaka. This special infomapJAPAN feature lifts the veil on a hitherto hidden but fascinating aspect of Japan.
Following upon its first
successful and much
appreciated issue (Vol. 7)
featuring Rural Japan,infomap
JAPAN's research staff has once
again taken the time and effort to
uncover yet more of Japan's
fabled and beguiling rural
countryside. Discover and
enjoy Japan's hidden
treasures and scenic
wonders.
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Ehime Prefecture
Blessed by advantageous
location and climate, Ehime
Prefecture on Shikoku Island
serves up ultra-fresh seafood
from nearby Seto Inland Sea,
juicy oranges, tasty
vegetables equating to
mouth-watering cuisine for
the discerning palate. Cooled
by a fragrant sea breeze,the
magnificent Shimanani Sea
Route offers bikers and hikers
splendid views of hundreds of
bucolic islands viewed from
one of seven superb bridges.
Japan's oldest hot springs at
'Dogo Onsen' will refresh the
weary but happy traveler.
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Kagawa Prefecture
Kagawa is the smallest
prefecture in Japan but that's
the only thing 'small' about it!
Located on agreeable
Shikoku Island,it is home to a
pleasant mix of rural serenity
with urban activity. Famed
Ritsurin Park is a bright
combination of man-made
landscaping within the
location's natural beauty;
ancient trees,peaceful ponds
all reminiscent of glorious
'Daimyo' generations. No visit
to Kawaga is complete
without sampling (and taking
home) the delectable,
authentic 'Sanuki Udon'.
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Gifu Prefecture
Geographically at the center
of Honshu Island,Gifu Prefecture
with its uplifting cultural
achievements,ancient
traditions and folk crafts is
surely the true 'heart' of
Japan. An energetic traveler
can join a fascinating outing
in moonlight 'cormorant'
fishing,dance away the night
at the exhilarating 'Gujyo
Odori' Festival and admire an
eye-popping display of
blazing fireworks. Spring and
summer are at the 'heart' of
this issue but Gifu is a yearround
hotbed of sights and
sounds.
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Yuzawa Prefecture
Sports,hiking,sightseeing,
something exciting,there for
the asking,in fabulous
Yuzawa,Niigata Prefecture.
Easily reached from Tokyo,it's
just over an hour via an
exciting 'Shinkansen' bullet
train ride. Four distinctive
seasons offer diversity,from
winter sports to peaceful
pursuits of beauty in glorious
spring blossoms of cherry
and plum or a kaleidoscope
of autumn foliage. It is home
to the exhilarating Fuji Rock
Festival and numerous
'Onsen' hot spring spas to
soothe tired bodies.
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Convenient transportation -Easy access and choices yet affordable!-
Geographically small, Japan has a sizeable, busy population and traveling within it can
be daunting. However, considerable help is at hand for the wise tourist who takes the
time to study the pages of information within this issue. Read and discover the
surprisingly affordable array of transportation multi-day passes available.
Useful Rail Passes in Japan
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