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06/05/2026

【Looking for a summer getaway in Japan? Head to the beautiful Kita-Shinano area in Nagano Prefecture! 🌿】

At Madarao Kogen in Iiyama City, you can enjoy a zipline adventure through the forest, gliding along wire ropes and pulleys like Tarzan✨

At Nabekura Kogen, located in the northernmost part of Iiyama City at an elevation of 500 meters, visitors can experience nature-filled activities such as canoeing and SUP at the nature experience lodging facility “Nabekura Kogen Mori no Ie” 🛶

Before boarding the Hokuriku Shinkansen, stop by “Iiyama Eki Naka Sakaba Eppe,” located inside Iiyama Station, for a drink 🍺

You can enjoy “Honki no Saba Curry Udon,” made with Iiyama’s local soul food, canned mackerel, as well as local sake and craft beer 🍛

The smartphone tourism service “Tabisuru Kita-Shinano” offers convenient digital sightseeing tickets for the Kita-Shinano area in Nagano Prefecture 🌟

Tickets can be purchased in advance by credit card, making your trip smoother.

If you are looking to enjoy nature in Japan this summer, come visit the Kita-Shinano area in Nagano Prefecture!

📍Access
Iiyama Station: Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes from Tokyo Station via the Hokuriku Shinkansen
Tourist attractions: Accessible by bus or taxi from Iiyama Station

🔗 Tabisuru Kita-Shinano
https://www.jreast.co.jp/multi/maas/tabisuru-kitashinano/?utm_source=kitashinano_23_453&utm_medium=qr&utm_campaign=product

*Photos are for illustrative purposes only.

05/23/2026

【🐉 Discover Legends and Summer Beauty at Lake Tazawa in Akita! 🐉】

The Tazawako Ryujin Festival will take place on July 25, 2026, at Lake Tazawa in Akita Prefecture.

This unique summer festival is inspired by the local legend of Princess Tatsuko and Hachirotaro, two mythical figures connected to Lake Tazawa. Visitors can experience traditional performances and the mystical atmosphere of one of Akita’s best-known legends. ✨

With a depth of 423.4 meters, Lake Tazawa is the deepest lake in Japan. During summer, visitors can also enjoy swimming, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) surrounded by beautiful lakeside scenery. 🚣‍♀️🌿

For a relaxing getaway, visit Nyuto Onsenkyo, accessible by local bus from the Lake Tazawa area. Known for its rustic hot spring inns surrounded by beech forests, Nyuto Onsenkyo offers traditional Akita cuisine and natural hot springs with a nostalgic atmosphere. ♨️

Why not discover your favorite side of Japan in Akita this summer?

🚅 Access Information

Tazawako Station is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes from Tokyo Station via the Akita Shinkansen (all seats reserved).

Festival venue:
About 12 minutes by bus from Tazawako Station to “Tazawako-han” bus stop.

Nyuto Onsenkyo:
About 50 minutes by bus from Tazawako Station to “Nyuto Onsen” bus stop.

05/19/2026

【🚝 Ride the New Monchhichi Train from Haneda Airport to Central Tokyo!】

The Tokyo Monorail, also known as the “Tokyo Panorama Line,” connects Haneda Airport with central Tokyo, offering smooth and easy access from the airport to the city.

Since February 2026, a special collaboration train featuring the beloved Japanese character Monchhichi has been running on the line! 🐵✨

Originally created in Japan in 1974, Monchhichi has been loved by fans around the world for generations.

Monchhichi wearing a special Tokyo Panorama Line outfit welcomes passengers onboard, while the train interior introduces travel tips and destinations along the route.

You can also ride the Tokyo Monorail using the JR EAST PASS and JR TOKYO Wide Pass.

Enjoy waterfront and Tokyo city views together with Monchhichi as you travel from Haneda Airport to central Tokyo!

*Images inside the train are for illustration purposes only.

To purchase tickets for the Tokyo Monorail, search for “Tokyo Monorail Mobile Ticket.”

Official website:
https://tokyo-panorama-line.jp

05/10/2026

【🎉 See Six Famous Japanese Festivals in One Weekend — Just 2 Hours from Tokyo! 🎉】

The Tohoku Kizuna Festival takes place in Morioka on May 23–24, 2026.

Located in northern Japan, Morioka can be reached from Tokyo Station in approximately 2 hours 10 minutes by Tohoku Shinkansen 🚅

This special annual event brings together six famous festivals from across northern Japan in one city for one weekend only. Every year, the festival is hosted in a different city and attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors.

From giant illuminated floats and traditional dancing to colorful costumes and energetic performances, this is a rare chance to experience Japanese festival culture all at once! 🇯🇵✨

Featured Festivals:
Aomori Nebuta Festival
Akita Kanto Festival
Morioka Sansa Dance
Yamagata Hanagasa Festival
Sendai Tanabata Festival
Fukushima Waraji Festival

📅 Event Schedule

May 23, 2026 (Sat)
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Parade: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
May 24, 2026 (Sun)
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Parade: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM

🚶 Access to the parade area:
About a 10-minute walk from Morioka Station

More information:
https://tohoku-kizunamatsuri.jp/

05/05/2026

【Did you know there’s a parasite museum in Tokyo?】

Just two stops from Shibuya on the Yamanote Line, the Meguro Parasitological Museum offers a unique look at parasites and their relationship with the human body.

The museum displays around 300 specimens and related materials, providing insight into a rarely seen side of science.

One of the highlights is the famous 8.8-meter (about 29-foot) tapeworm — a specimen many visitors remember.

You can also experience the museum’s ambient soundscape as you explore the exhibits.

Quiet, fascinating, and thought-provoking.

📍Meguro, Tokyo
🚃 Two stops from Shibuya on the Yamanote Line
🚶 12-minute walk from Meguro Station

Would you visit this museum on your next trip to Tokyo?

Save this for your Tokyo itinerary.
Explore Tokyo along the Yamanote Line.

For more details:
Meguro Parasitological Museum
https://www.kiseichu.org

※All information is accurate as of April 2026.

04/30/2026

【Discover the beauty of Nagano’s Kita-Shinano area during the warmer months 🌿】

Nagano’s Kita-Shinano area offers a wide variety of scenic spots and outdoor activities where you can fully experience Japan’s natural landscapes.

⛰️ Scenic mountain views

At SORA terrace in Yamanouchi Town, a ropeway with capacity for up to 166 passengers carries visitors to the summit at an elevation of 1,770 meters 🚡
From the top, enjoy sweeping views of the Hokushin Gogaku mountains and the Japanese Alps ☀️
When weather conditions align, visitors may also witness spectacular views above the clouds ☁️

Other scenic mountain viewpoints include:
• Yokote Mountain Manten View Terrace – panoramic views from 2,307 meters above sea level
• Shiga Kogen Golden Line – a scenic route connecting mountain landscapes via three ropeways

🛶 Outdoor nature experiences

• Nabekura Kogen Mori no Ie (Iiyama City) – canoe and nature programs
• Ittteki Paddle & Mountain Guide (Shinano Town) – canoe and stand-up paddleboarding experiences

📱 Travel more smoothly with digital tickets

When exploring the Kita-Shinano area, the mobile ticket service Tabisuru Kita-Shinano allows travelers to purchase digital tickets in advance for transportation, sightseeing facilities, and outdoor activities, helping create a smoother travel experience.

Discover the spectacular natural scenery of Nagano’s Kita-Shinano area with the convenient Tabisuru Kita-Shinano service.

Please check each facility for operating days and details. Some activities require advance reservations. Photos are for illustrative purposes.

🚄 Access

SORA terrace / Yokote Mountain Manten View Terrace / Shiga Kogen Golden Line
Nagano Station: approximately 1 hour 20 minutes from Tokyo Station via the Hokuriku Shinkansen
Yudanaka Station: approximately 50 minutes from Nagano Station via the Nagano Electric Railway Limited Express train
Each facility: approximately 30–40 minutes by bus from Yudanaka Station

Nabekura Kogen Mori no Ie
Iiyama Station: approximately 1 hour 50 minutes from Tokyo Station via the Hokuriku Shinkansen
Togari-Nozawa-Onsen Station: approximately 10 minutes from Iiyama Station via the Iiyama Line
Facility: approximately 15 minutes by taxi from Togari-Nozawa-Onsen Station

Ittteki Paddle & Mountain Guide
Kurohime Station: approximately 35 minutes from Nagano Station via the Kita-Shinano Line (Shinano Railway)
Facility: approximately 7 minutes by car from Kurohime Station

Tabisuru Kita-Shinano
https://www.jreast.co.jp/multi/maas/tabisuru-kitashinano/?utm_source=kitashinano_23_453&utm_medium=qr&utm_campaign=product

04/27/2026

【Make the most of your time at Tokyo Station. A smarter way to enjoy your journey 🍱✨】

Make the most of limited travel time and enjoy a uniquely Japanese experience by turning transit time into a culinary moment. Inside Tokyo Station, the shopping area GRANSTA Tokyo now offers a convenient “Travel Companion Set” designed especially for international visitors.

Each set includes carefully selected popular items from Tokyo Station. By reserving in advance, the set can be picked up smoothly inside the ticket gates at Tokyo Station on the day of travel.

🌟 Four types of sets to choose from
Bento Set: Enjoy one of Japan’s signature travel experiences by tasting an ekiben while viewing the scenery from the Shinkansen.
Light Meal Set: A convenient option to satisfy a small appetite during transit.
Sweets Set: A delightful combination of four types of fruit sandwiches and pudding, ideal for dessert lovers.
Souvenir Set: Popular Tokyo Station gifts such as items from Kayanoya and Kissaten ni Koish*te. are packaged together for easy shopping.

Search “GRANSTA” for details!

Access: GRANSTA Tokyo, inside the ticket gates of Tokyo Station

#にほん #日本

04/21/2026

【You haven’t truly experienced Japanese fireworks until you see them in spring, summer, and fall🎆】

The National Fireworks Competition “Omagari Fireworks” is one of Japan’s most renowned fireworks events. Held in Daisen City, Akita Prefecture, a place widely known as a “town of fireworks,” the summer competition is famous across Japan. However, seeing only the summer event does not fully capture the depth of this tradition.

On April 25 (Sat), the Omagari Fireworks – Spring Chapter showcases newly created fireworks and internationally inspired techniques, illuminating the night sky with innovative designs.

Each season offers a distinct way to experience Omagari Fireworks.
Summer features a prestigious competition where Japan’s top pyrotechnicians demonstrate their skills.
Fall presents the Omagari Fireworks – Autumn Chapter, a theatrical fireworks performance with immersive storytelling elements.
Spring invites visitors into a fresh and unexpected world of color and design in the night sky.

Experiencing all three reveals the depth of Japan’s fireworks culture ✨

Start your journey by riding the Akita Shinkansen Komachi and enjoy your first Omagari experience at the Spring Chapter, which is typically less crowded than summer 🎆

Access
Omagari Station: approximately 3 hours 10 minutes from Tokyo Station via the Akita Shinkansen Komachi

#にほん #日本

03/31/2026

【 Japan Travel Tip: Skip the Ticket Machine 🚋】

Did you know about Welcome Suica Mobile?

This mobile version of the Suica transit card makes getting around Japan incredibly easy. Just tap your phone at the ticket gate and ride trains, subways, and buses across Japan.

You can also use it at convenience stores, vending machines, and many shops.

No paper tickets. No lines at ticket machines. Just tap and go.

⚠️ Currently available on iPhone (Apple Pay) only.

Planning a trip to Japan? This is one of the easiest ways to travel.

👉 Learn more
https://www.jreast.co.jp/multi/wsmlp/

#にほん #日本

03/31/2026

【Japan’s Pacific Coast, Just Beyond Tokyo 🥾】

Just north of Tokyo, the Michinoku Coastal Trail stretches over 1,000 kilometers (620+ miles) along Japan’s Pacific coast, connecting local communities across Aomori, Iwate, Miyagi, and Fukushima.

Opened in 2019 as part of recovery efforts following the 2011 earthquake and tsunami, the trail offers dramatic ocean views, rugged cliffs, quiet fishing villages, and meaningful encounters with local culture.

Easily accessible by the Tohoku Shinkansen and the JR East network, it’s a chance to explore a quieter, deeper side of Japan — beyond the typical itinerary.

Travel further north. Walk Japan’s Pacific coast. Discover something unforgettable.

More details:
https://m-tc.org/en/

#にほん #日本

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