2015年3月26日 星期四

韓國土耳其加入 亞投行繼續做大“朋友圈”


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韓國土耳其加入 亞投行繼續做大“朋友圈”

2015年3月27日全球
專題摘要: 財政部26日消息，繼英國、德國、法國、意大利、盧森堡、瑞士之後，土耳其、韓國均在26日正式宣布申請作為意向創始成員國加入亞投行，並已向中方提交書面確認函。

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中國大陸-----國際追逃追贓啟動“天網”行動 (反觀我們台灣呢?!司法關說....沒問題????)


 評析:雖然大陸是個人治的國家,但是不得不說.中國經由文革後的醒悟,從中記取痛苦的經驗.

 有一路改革進步許多.但是反觀我們台灣,亂七八糟的.馬總統對於立院院長的涉及司法關說,如

 此大是大非的觀念,居然還被國民黨內的一些政客汙辱與侮蔑.馬總統這人不是無能,而是他選

 擇了一條正義之路.明知前途坎坷荊棘,仍然堅持他的信念.我們國家能有這樣的政治家,是我們

 國家的福氣.

 司法關說的問題有多大,大家是否可有覺悟.也就是說....萬一今天受害者是自己,加害者能找到

 有權勢的人幫忙司法關說,那就沒有所謂的司法正義.

 誰能保證自己絕對是最有權勢的人?

 難道司法被踐踏,我們國民還要漠視???

 那些跟著起鬨,不重視大是大非的人,還想出來當民意代表.

 更好笑的是......現在的朱市長還要出來選總統?!

 沒有大是大非的人.....憑哪一點當總統?!

 是要跟著踐踏司法正義嗎?!

 網友們也要清醒點,不要用雙重標準.

 不論是對自己或是對別人都一樣,請用同一套標準就事論事地看事情

 別被那些只會為了自身利益的政客給利用了.

 乾脆一點,這次來個大洗牌,洗個十年.

 看誰還能不認真看待自己份內的工作.


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國際追逃追贓啟動“天網”行動

2015年03月27日 07:24:50 來源： 中央紀委監察部網站

決不能讓腐敗分子躲進“避罪天堂”、逍遙法外
國際追逃追贓啟動“天網”行動
    中央紀委副書記、監察部部長、中央反腐敗協調小組國際追逃追贓工作辦公室主任黃樹賢講話（中央紀委監察部網站 祖曉冬 攝）
    中央反腐敗協調小組國際追逃追贓工作辦公室召開會議（中央紀委監察部網站 祖曉冬 攝）
    今年4月開始——
    ▶抓捕一批腐敗分子
    ▶清理一批違規證照
    ▶打擊一批地下錢莊
    ▶追繳一批涉案資産
    ▶勸返一批外逃人員
    日前，中央反腐敗協調小組國際追逃追贓工作辦公室召開會議，研究部署2015年反腐敗國際追逃追贓工作，決定啟動“天網”行動。
    “天網”行動是中央反腐敗協調小組部署開展的針對外逃腐敗分子的重要行動，有關部門將從今年4月開始，綜合運用警務、檢務、外交、金融等手段，集中時間、集中力量“抓捕一批腐敗分子，清理一批違規證照，打擊一批地下錢莊，追繳一批涉案資産，勸返一批外逃人員”。
    據了解，“天網”行動由多個專項行動組成，分別由中央組織部、最高人民檢察院、公安部、人民銀行等單位牽頭開展。公安部牽頭開展“獵狐2015”專項行動，重點緝捕外逃職務犯罪嫌疑人和腐敗案件重要涉案人。最高人民檢察院牽頭開展職務犯罪國際追逃追贓專項行動，重點抓捕潛逃境外的職務犯罪嫌疑人。人民銀行會同公安部開展打擊利用離岸公司和地下錢莊向境外轉移贓款專項行動，重點對地下錢莊違法犯罪活動，利用離岸公司賬戶、非居民賬戶等協助他人跨境轉移贓款等進行集中打擊。中央組織部會同公安部開展治理違規辦理和持有因私出入境證照專項行動，重點對領導幹部違規辦理和持有證照情況進行清查處理，並對審批、保管環節負有責任人員進行追責。
    中央紀委副書記、監察部部長、中央反腐敗協調小組國際追逃追贓工作辦公室主任黃樹賢表示，習近平總書記在中央紀委五次全會上強調，要加大國際追逃追贓力度，加強防逃工作，布下天羅地網，決不能讓腐敗分子躲進“避罪天堂”、逍遙法外。中央紀委五次全會對國際追逃追贓工作提出明確要求。中央和地方各有關職能部門要按照中央精神和“天網”行動方案，統一行動，密切配合，布下天羅地網，堅決把腐敗分子追回來繩之以法。



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Japan's 31 most beautiful places



http://edition.cnn.com/2015/03/24/travel/gallery/most-beautiful-japan/index.html?hpt=travel_hp_blogroll



Japan's 31 most beautiful places

by Laura Ma, for CNN
Updated 1600 GMT (0000 HKT) March 25, 2015
Yes, there's a desert on Japan's islands. <br />The Tottori Sand Dunes span 16 kilometers long and two kilometers wide and are the only large sand hills in Japan. <br />The dunes are a blend of sand and volcanic ash mixed over a period of almost 100,000 years then shaped by winds from the Sea of Japan.<br />Part of the San'in Kaigan Geopark, they can be experienced via camel rides, dune buggies and sandboarding.<em><br /><a href="http://sanin-geo.jp/en/index_en.html" target="_blank">San'in Kaigan Geopark</em></a><em>, Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori, Japan; +81 796 26 3783</em>
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Tottori-sakyu Sand Hills (Chugoku) – Yes, there's a desert on Japan's islands. 
The Tottori Sand Dunes span 16 kilometers long and two kilometers wide and are the only large sand hills in Japan. 
The dunes are a blend of sand and volcanic ash mixed over a period of almost 100,000 years then shaped by winds from the Sea of Japan.
Part of the San'in Kaigan Geopark, they can be experienced via camel rides, dune buggies and sandboarding.
San'in Kaigan Geopark, Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori, Japan; +81 796 26 3783
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Believed to be the boundary between the spirit and human worlds, the Otorii's vermilion color is said to keep evil spirits away. <br />It's possible to walk to it on the sand bar during low tide and enjoy the view of Mount Misen behind the gate. <br />At high tide, the 16-meter-high Torii appears to float on the water. <em><br /><a href="http://visit-miyajima-japan.com/en/culture-and-heritage/spiritual-heritage-temples-shrines/le-torii-flottant.html" target="_blank">Itsukushima Shrine</em></a><em>, 1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japan; +81 829 44 2020</em>
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Itsukushima Shrine (Hiroshima) – Believed to be the boundary between the spirit and human worlds, the Otorii's vermilion color is said to keep evil spirits away. 
It's possible to walk to it on the sand bar during low tide and enjoy the view of Mount Misen behind the gate. 
At high tide, the 16-meter-high Torii appears to float on the water. 
Itsukushima Shrine, 1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japan; +81 829 44 2020
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Farm Tomita has three lavender fields: Lavender East, Sakiwai Field and the Traditional Lavender Garden. <br />Sakiwai Field, meaning "happiness field," has four types of lavender growing in rows, creating a gradient of purple with the rainbow colors of Autumn Field, Spring Field and Hanabito Field as background. <br />Still not enough lavender? Try the farm's lavender ice cream.<em><br /><a href="http://www.farm-tomita.co.jp/" target="_blank">Farm Tomita</em></a><em>, 15 Nakafurano Kisen Kita, Nakafurano, Sorachi, Hokkaido, Japan; +81 167 39 3939</em>
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Lavender farm (Hokkaido) – Farm Tomita has three lavender fields: Lavender East, Sakiwai Field and the Traditional Lavender Garden. 
Sakiwai Field, meaning "happiness field," has four types of lavender growing in rows, creating a gradient of purple with the rainbow colors of Autumn Field, Spring Field and Hanabito Field as background. 
Still not enough lavender? Try the farm's lavender ice cream.
Farm Tomita, 15 Nakafurano Kisen Kita, Nakafurano, Sorachi, Hokkaido, Japan; +81 167 39 3939
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Even in winters that plummet well below freezing point, Lake Toya never ices over. <br />The near-circular lake is the remains of a volcanic eruption that hollowed out the ground. <br />Mount Usu lies on the southern rim of the lake and Nakajima Island sits at the center.<em><br /><a href="http://www.toyako-vc.jp/en/" target="_blank">Shikotsu-Toya National Park</em></a><em>, Toyako, Hokkaido, Japan; +81 142 75 2555</em>
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Lake Toya (Hokkaido) – Even in winters that plummet well below freezing point, Lake Toya never ices over. 
The near-circular lake is the remains of a volcanic eruption that hollowed out the ground. 
Mount Usu lies on the southern rim of the lake and Nakajima Island sits at the center.
Shikotsu-Toya National Park, Toyako, Hokkaido, Japan; +81 142 75 2555
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Located in the Suzuka mountain range, Saimyoji Temple is one of a trio of ancient Tendai Buddism temples in eastern Shiga, also known as "Koto Sanzan." <br />The temple is renowned for the beautiful red and orange leaves that surround it in the fall and long blooming cherry trees.<a href="http://www.saimyouji.com/" target="_blank"><em><br />Saimyoji Temple<em></a></em>, 26, Ikedera, Inukami, Shiga, Japan; +81 749 38 4008</em>
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Saimyoji Temple (Shiga) – Located in the Suzuka mountain range, Saimyoji Temple is one of a trio of ancient Tendai Buddism temples in eastern Shiga, also known as "Koto Sanzan." 
The temple is renowned for the beautiful red and orange leaves that surround it in the fall and long blooming cherry trees.
Saimyoji Temple, 26, Ikedera, Inukami, Shiga, Japan; +81 749 38 4008
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Gokayama is one of the <a href="http://edition.cnn.com/2014/09/07/travel/great-towns-architecture/">greatest towns for architecture buffs in the world</a>.<br />The oldest traditional <em>gassho </em>style house in Ainokura is said to be about 400 years old. <br />Part of the UNESCO-designated area of Gokyama, the village preserves an architectural design that dates back hundreds of years.<br />The steep triangular thatched roofs were built without the use of nails and are designed to prevent snow buildup. <br /><em><a href="http://www.g-ainokura.com/" target="_blank">Ainokura</em></a><em>, Taira, Gokayama, Toyama, Japan; +81 763 66 2123 (website in Japanese only)</em>
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Gokayama (Toyama) – Gokayama is one of the greatest towns for architecture buffs in the world.
The oldest traditional gassho style house in Ainokura is said to be about 400 years old. 
Part of the UNESCO-designated area of Gokyama, the village preserves an architectural design that dates back hundreds of years.
The steep triangular thatched roofs were built without the use of nails and are designed to prevent snow buildup. 
Ainokura, Taira, Gokayama, Toyama, Japan; +81 763 66 2123 (website in Japanese only)
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Some 300 whooper swans migrate to Lake Kussharo every winter.<br />Geothermal springs prevent ice from forming along its sandy shores despite most of the water surface freezing. <br />Reported sightings of a lake monster, dubbed Kusshii by the media, since 1973 earned Kussharo a reputation as Japan's Loch Ness.<em><br /><a href="http://kam-kankouken.jp/tourism/en/masyu/special/333.html" target="_blank">Lake Kussharo</em></a><em>, Hokkaido, Japan</em>
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Lake Kussharo (Hokkaido) – Some 300 whooper swans migrate to Lake Kussharo every winter.
Geothermal springs prevent ice from forming along its sandy shores despite most of the water surface freezing. 
Reported sightings of a lake monster, dubbed Kusshii by the media, since 1973 earned Kussharo a reputation as Japan's Loch Ness.
Lake Kussharo, Hokkaido, Japan
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Ini has more than 320 terraced rice paddies. The oldest stone terrace dates back about 500 years. <br />Using only pure natural water from mountain valleys, Ini Tanada's rice is particularly favored for its rich fragrance and taste. <br />The town regularly holds a rice planting event on its terraces to pass on traditional farming methods.<em><br /><a href="http://www.akioota-navi.jp/en/attraction.html#" target="_blank">Ini Tanada</em></a><em>, Yamagata, Hiroshima, Japan; +81 826 28 1800</em>
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Ini Tanada (Hiroshima) – Ini has more than 320 terraced rice paddies. The oldest stone terrace dates back about 500 years. 
Using only pure natural water from mountain valleys, Ini Tanada's rice is particularly favored for its rich fragrance and taste. 
The town regularly holds a rice planting event on its terraces to pass on traditional farming methods.
Ini Tanada, Yamagata, Hiroshima, Japan; +81 826 28 1800
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Frequently called the "White Egret" or "White Heron" castle because of its white exterior and resemblance to a bird taking flight, Himeji<br />is made up of 83 buildings.<br />The 17th century castle is equipped with heavy defense systems. <br />It featured extensively in Hollywood and Japanese films, making a prominent appearance in the James Bond movie "You Only Live Twice" starring Sean Connery.<em><br /><a href="http://www.city.himeji.lg.jp/guide/castle/" target="_blank">Himeji Castle</em></a><em>, 68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan; +81 79 221 2111</em>
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Himeji Castle (Hyogo) – Frequently called the "White Egret" or "White Heron" castle because of its white exterior and resemblance to a bird taking flight, Himeji
is made up of 83 buildings.
The 17th century castle is equipped with heavy defense systems. 
It featured extensively in Hollywood and Japanese films, making a prominent appearance in the James Bond movie "You Only Live Twice" starring Sean Connery.
Himeji Castle, 68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan; +81 79 221 2111
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The steaming springs set in a snowy mountain may be scenic, but travelers come here to see something else -- the hot spring monkeys.<br />Some 200 Japanese macaque monkeys live in Jigokudani -- which translates to "hell valley" -- where the rough cliffs and onsens are covered in snow for a third of the year. <br />The monkeys bathe at the main onsen of the park in winter without a care for observers. <br />Anyone jealous of the monkey's lazy ways can head over to Korakukan Ryokan for their own thermal soak.<em><br /><a href="http://www.jigokudani-yaenkoen.co.jp/english/html/top_e.htm" target="_blank">Snow Monkey Park</em></a><em>, 6845 Yamanouchi, Nagano, Japan; +81 269 33 4379</em>
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Jigokudani Monkey Park (Nagano) – The steaming springs set in a snowy mountain may be scenic, but travelers come here to see something else -- the hot spring monkeys.
Some 200 Japanese macaque monkeys live in Jigokudani -- which translates to "hell valley" -- where the rough cliffs and onsens are covered in snow for a third of the year. 
The monkeys bathe at the main onsen of the park in winter without a care for observers. 
Anyone jealous of the monkey's lazy ways can head over to Korakukan Ryokan for their own thermal soak.
Snow Monkey Park, 6845 Yamanouchi, Nagano, Japan; +81 269 33 4379
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Revered as a ski resort town in the northern Japanese Alps, Hakuba is equally appealing during the summer. The hike up to Happo Pond is among the most scenic trails in the country. <em><a href="http://www.hakubatourism.jp/" target="_blank"><br />Hakuba village<em></em></a>, Kitaazumi District, Nagano</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 261 72 7100</em>
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Hakuba village (Nagano) – Revered as a ski resort town in the northern Japanese Alps, Hakuba is equally appealing during the summer. The hike up to Happo Pond is among the most scenic trails in the country. 
Hakuba village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano, Japan; +81 261 72 7100
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The Adachi gardens, a part of Adachi Museum of Art, are said to be a "living Japanese painting" and one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan. <br />Adachi Zenko founded the museum in 1980 to combine his passion for Japanese art and gardening.<br /><em><a href="https://www.adachi-museum.or.jp/en" target="_blank">Adachi Museum of Art<em></a></em>, 320 Furukawa-cho, Yasugi, Shimane</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 0854 28 7111</em>
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Adachi Museum of Art (Shimane) – The Adachi gardens, a part of Adachi Museum of Art, are said to be a "living Japanese painting" and one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan. 
Adachi Zenko founded the museum in 1980 to combine his passion for Japanese art and gardening.
Adachi Museum of Art, 320 Furukawa-cho, Yasugi, Shimane, Japan; +81 0854 28 7111
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One of the most scenic spots in the bay of Wakasa, the Big Gate and Little Gate of the Sotomo Arch were holes on rock carved by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan. <br />With some careful maneuvering, it's possible to climb into the Little Gate. An excursion ship, which departs from the Wakasa Fishermen's Wharf, offers rides to view the rock formation.<a href="http://www.fuku-e.com/lang/english/places/nature.html" target="_blank"><em><br />Sotomo Arch<em></a></em>, Obama City, Fukui, Japan</em>
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Sotomo Arch (Fukui) – One of the most scenic spots in the bay of Wakasa, the Big Gate and Little Gate of the Sotomo Arch were holes on rock carved by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan. 
With some careful maneuvering, it's possible to climb into the Little Gate. An excursion ship, which departs from the Wakasa Fishermen's Wharf, offers rides to view the rock formation.
Sotomo Arch, Obama City, Fukui, Japan
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With Mount Fuji in the background, some 800,000 stalks of shibazakura or "moss phlox" cover 2.4 hectares of land in a carpet of pink, white and purple. Thousands travel to the Fuji Five Lakes area for the festival celebrating the flower's first bloom, which runs April 18 to May 31 this year.<em><a href="http://www.shibazakura.jp/eng/" target="_blank"><br />Fuji Shibazakura Festival<em></em></a>, 212 Motusu, Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 555 89 3031</em>
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Fuji Shibazakura Festival, (Yamanashi) – With Mount Fuji in the background, some 800,000 stalks of shibazakura or "moss phlox" cover 2.4 hectares of land in a carpet of pink, white and purple. Thousands travel to the Fuji Five Lakes area for the festival celebrating the flower's first bloom, which runs April 18 to May 31 this year.
Fuji Shibazakura Festival, 212 Motusu, Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi, Japan; +81 555 89 3031
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The Japanese style landscape garden features small ponds, streams, shrines and a bamboo grove. <br />Set along the coast north of downtown Kagoshima, visitors can look out at Sakurajima volcano and Kagoshima Bay. <br />The garden dates back to 1658, during Japan's Edo period.<em><br /><a href="http://www.senganen.jp/en/senganen/index.html" target="_blank">Sengan-en</em></a><em>, 9700-1 Yoshinocho, Kagoshima, Japan; +81 99 247 1551</em>
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Senganen Garden (Kagoshima) – The Japanese style landscape garden features small ponds, streams, shrines and a bamboo grove. 
Set along the coast north of downtown Kagoshima, visitors can look out at Sakurajima volcano and Kagoshima Bay. 
The garden dates back to 1658, during Japan's Edo period.
Sengan-en, 9700-1 Yoshinocho, Kagoshima, Japan; +81 99 247 1551
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Covered in gold leaf, Kinkaku-ji or the Golden Pavilion, is arguably Kyoto's most famed attraction.<a href="http://www.shokoku-ji.jp/k_access.html" target="_blank"><em><br />Kinkaku-ji<em></a></em>, 1 Kinkakujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, Japan; +81 75 461 0013</em>
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Golden Pavilion, Kyoto – Covered in gold leaf, Kinkaku-ji or the Golden Pavilion, is arguably Kyoto's most famed attraction.
Kinkaku-ji, 1 Kinkakujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, Japan; +81 75 461 0013
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Walking into an oil painting? The fragrant wisteria tunnel, the most stunning display at the Kawachi Fuji Garden, makes it possible. <br />With flowering vines overhead, the walkway is said to inspire a zen-like calm in visitors. <br />The garden displays about 150 wisteria plants of 20 different species. <br />It hosts the annual Wisteria Festival at the end of April, when the flowers are in full bloom.<em><br /><a href="http://japan-magazine.jnto.go.jp/en/1502_wisteria.html" target="_blank">Kawachi Fuji Garden</em></a><em>, 2-2-48 Kawachi, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan; +81 936 52 0334</em>
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Kawachi Fuji Garden (Fukuoka) – Walking into an oil painting? The fragrant wisteria tunnel, the most stunning display at the Kawachi Fuji Garden, makes it possible. 
With flowering vines overhead, the walkway is said to inspire a zen-like calm in visitors. 
The garden displays about 150 wisteria plants of 20 different species. 
It hosts the annual Wisteria Festival at the end of April, when the flowers are in full bloom.
Kawachi Fuji Garden, 2-2-48 Kawachi, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan; +81 936 52 0334
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The hike to Happo pond from Hakuba -- a village known for its winter skiing amid the mountains of Nagano Prefecture -- is a classic trail in the Japanese Alps. <br />Surrounded by the Hakuba Peaks, the pond is 2,060 meters above sea level. <br />What the pond lacks in size, it makes up for in beauty, reflecting the 3,000 meter tall peaks in its quiet waters.<em><br /><a href="http://www.hakuba-happo.or.jp/" target="_blank">Hakuba Happo-one Nature Study Trail</em></a><em>, Hakuba Happo-one Sky Resort, Hakuba, Nagano, Japan; +81 261 72 3066</em>
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Happo Pond (Nagano) – The hike to Happo pond from Hakuba -- a village known for its winter skiing amid the mountains of Nagano Prefecture -- is a classic trail in the Japanese Alps. 
Surrounded by the Hakuba Peaks, the pond is 2,060 meters above sea level. 
What the pond lacks in size, it makes up for in beauty, reflecting the 3,000 meter tall peaks in its quiet waters.
Hakuba Happo-one Nature Study Trail, Hakuba Happo-one Sky Resort, Hakuba, Nagano, Japan; +81 261 72 3066
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The 123 Torii gates stretches from the Motonosumi-Inari Shrine to the cliff overlooking the ocean.<br />Motonosumi-Inari is a popular shrine where locals wish for success.<br />The final Torii's donation box is placed out of reach at the top of the gate. It's believed that if you can successfully toss money into the box, all your wishes will come true.<em><br /><a href="http://www.nanavi.jp/page/detail.php?id=310" target="_blank">Motonosumi-Onari Shrine</em></a><em>, 498 Yuyatsuo, Nagato, Yamaguchi, Japan; +81 837 23 1137</em>
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Motonosumi-inari Shrine (Yamaguchi) – The 123 Torii gates stretches from the Motonosumi-Inari Shrine to the cliff overlooking the ocean.
Motonosumi-Inari is a popular shrine where locals wish for success.
The final Torii's donation box is placed out of reach at the top of the gate. It's believed that if you can successfully toss money into the box, all your wishes will come true.
Motonosumi-Onari Shrine, 498 Yuyatsuo, Nagato, Yamaguchi, Japan; +81 837 23 1137
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Nachi Falls, at 133-meters high, is the biggest waterfall in Japan. <br />It steals some of the attention from Kumano Nachi Taishai, a sacred shrine built close by.<br />It's usually the last stop of the scenic pilgrimage known as Kumano Kodo. <br />Find out how to tackle <a href="http://edition.cnn.com/2013/05/06/travel/japan-kumano-kodo-hike/">Kumano Kodo, world's best unknown hike here</a>.<br /><em><a href="https://www.wakayama-kanko.or.jp/world/english/things/history/list01/detail011.html" target="_blank">Nachi Falls</em></a><em>, Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan</em>
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Nachi Fall (Wakayama) – Nachi Falls, at 133-meters high, is the biggest waterfall in Japan. 
It steals some of the attention from Kumano Nachi Taishai, a sacred shrine built close by.
It's usually the last stop of the scenic pilgrimage known as Kumano Kodo. 
Find out how to tackle Kumano Kodo, world's best unknown hike here.
Nachi Falls, Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan
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With 15 slopes and 12 courses, Zao Onsen is one of the most well known ski resorts in Japan. <br />But travelers come to Zao not only for the snow-capped mountain but the trees.<br />Extreme snow and seasonal winds cocoon the mountain's pine trees during the coldest winter months, creating snow towers in obscure forms known as "ice monsters" or Juhyo in Japanese.<em><br /><a href="http://www.zao-spa.or.jp/english/index.html" target="_blank">Zao onsen ski resort</em></a><em>, Yamagata, Japan; +81 23 694 9328</em>
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Zao ski resort (Yamagata) – With 15 slopes and 12 courses, Zao Onsen is one of the most well known ski resorts in Japan. 
But travelers come to Zao not only for the snow-capped mountain but the trees.
Extreme snow and seasonal winds cocoon the mountain's pine trees during the coldest winter months, creating snow towers in obscure forms known as "ice monsters" or Juhyo in Japanese.
Zao onsen ski resort, Yamagata, Japan; +81 23 694 9328
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For those who don't enjoy hiking, this cable car can carry 101 passengers at a time to the top of the 1,375-meter-high Mt. Tsurumi in 10 minutes. <br />From the top, there's a view of Beppu, Mount Yufu and Kuju Mountain Range. <br />The best time to ride up is during spring when more than 2,000 cherry trees blossom on the mountain.<em><br /><a href="http://www.beppu-ropeway.co.jp/" target="_blank">Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway</em></a><em>, Oaza Minami Samuhara 10-7, Beppu, Oita, Japan; +81 977 22 2278</em>
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Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway (Oita) – For those who don't enjoy hiking, this cable car can carry 101 passengers at a time to the top of the 1,375-meter-high Mt. Tsurumi in 10 minutes. 
From the top, there's a view of Beppu, Mount Yufu and Kuju Mountain Range. 
The best time to ride up is during spring when more than 2,000 cherry trees blossom on the mountain.
Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway, Oaza Minami Samuhara 10-7, Beppu, Oita, Japan; +81 977 22 2278
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Also known as the "crow castle" because of its black exterior, Matsumoto is Japan's oldest wooden castle, constructed more than 400 years ago. <br />The years during the castle's construction were marked by near-constant military conflict. Rather than focusing on residential comforts, the castle is fortified with extensive interconnecting walls, moats and gatehouses.<a href="http://www.city.matsumoto.nagano.jp/multilingual/english/guide/City_Highlight/CityHighlight.html" target="_blank"><em><br />Matsumoto Castle<em></a></em>, 4-1 Marunouchi, Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan; +81 263 32 2902</em>
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Matsumoto Castle (Nagano) – Also known as the "crow castle" because of its black exterior, Matsumoto is Japan's oldest wooden castle, constructed more than 400 years ago. 
The years during the castle's construction were marked by near-constant military conflict. Rather than focusing on residential comforts, the castle is fortified with extensive interconnecting walls, moats and gatehouses.
Matsumoto Castle, 4-1 Marunouchi, Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan; +81 263 32 2902
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Hayao Miyazaki fans will find this forest familiar.<br />Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2013/12/04/travel/enchanting-ancient-forests-japan-yakushima/">inspires Studio Ghibli's fantasy animation "Princess Mononoke."</a> <br />The otherworldly nature park on Yakushima Island offers a network of maintained hiking trails along the ravine. <br />From historic tracks built in the Edo period to developed footpaths paved in stone and wood, the circuits range from one to five hours long, varying in difficulty. <em><br /><a href="http://japan-magazine.jnto.go.jp/en/1503_yakushima.html" target="_blank">Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge</em></a><em>, Yakushima Island, Kagoshima</em><em>, Japan</em>
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Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge (Jagoshima) – Hayao Miyazaki fans will find this forest familiar.
Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge inspires Studio Ghibli's fantasy animation "Princess Mononoke." 
The otherworldly nature park on Yakushima Island offers a network of maintained hiking trails along the ravine. 
From historic tracks built in the Edo period to developed footpaths paved in stone and wood, the circuits range from one to five hours long, varying in difficulty. 
Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge, Yakushima Island, Kagoshima, Japan
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Fall at Mt. Hiuchi brings out spectacular colors on Koya Pond.<br />The shallow and marshy water covered with vegetation changes colors -- into red, orange, yellow and green -- like the forest around it.<br />On the edge of the pond, Kouyaike Hutte provides beds and kitchen facilities if you need a rest on you hike up the 2,462-meter-tall mountain.<em><br /><a href="http://www.myoko.tv/kouyaike/index.html" target="_blank">Kouya Pond</em></a><em>, Mt. Hiuchi, Niigata, Japan; +81 255 86 3911</em>
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Koya Pond (Niigata) – Fall at Mt. Hiuchi brings out spectacular colors on Koya Pond.
The shallow and marshy water covered with vegetation changes colors -- into red, orange, yellow and green -- like the forest around it.
On the edge of the pond, Kouyaike Hutte provides beds and kitchen facilities if you need a rest on you hike up the 2,462-meter-tall mountain.
Kouya Pond, Mt. Hiuchi, Niigata, Japan; +81 255 86 3911
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On the fourth Sunday of May, Motsuji Temple invites poetry lovers to write by the stream of the temple's garden pond. <br />As they compose their verses, cups of sake float to them -- to help the float of inspiration, we assume. <br />The event is concluded with the master of ceremonies reading each poem aloud.<a href="http://www.motsuji.or.jp/english/matsuri/data03.html" target="_blank"><em><br />Motsu-ji Temple<em></a></em>, 58 Osawa, Hiraizumi, Iwate</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 191 46 2331</em>
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Poetry Reading at Motsu-ji Temple (Hiraizumi) – On the fourth Sunday of May, Motsuji Temple invites poetry lovers to write by the stream of the temple's garden pond. 
As they compose their verses, cups of sake float to them -- to help the float of inspiration, we assume. 
The event is concluded with the master of ceremonies reading each poem aloud.
Motsu-ji Temple, 58 Osawa, Hiraizumi, Iwate, Japan; +81 191 46 2331
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Also known as "baby blue eyes," more than four million nemophilas bloom from late April to May in Hitachi Seaside Park, the public park on Miharashi Hill.<br />The Nemophila Harmony is the highlight of park's flowering events. <br />The 190-hectare park constantly changes color with the seasons. During the transition into fall, puffy kochia shrubs turn from vibrant green to fiery red.<a href="http://en.hitachikaihin.jp/" target="_blank"><em><br />Hitachi Seaside Park<em></a></em>, 605-4 Onuma-aza, Mawatari, Hitachinaka, Ibaraki</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 29 265 9001</em>
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Hitachi Seaside Park (Ibaraki) – Also known as "baby blue eyes," more than four million nemophilas bloom from late April to May in Hitachi Seaside Park, the public park on Miharashi Hill.
The Nemophila Harmony is the highlight of park's flowering events. 
The 190-hectare park constantly changes color with the seasons. During the transition into fall, puffy kochia shrubs turn from vibrant green to fiery red.
Hitachi Seaside Park, 605-4 Onuma-aza, Mawatari, Hitachinaka, Ibaraki, Japan; +81 29 265 9001
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Considered one of the world's most beautiful forests, it's not just tranquil visually but also aurally. <br />The bamboo grove is beloved for its distinct rustling sound, so much that Japan's Ministry of Environment included the <a href="http://edition.cnn.com/2014/08/11/travel/sagano-bamboo-forest/">Sagano Bamboo Forest</a> on its list of "100 Soundscapes of Japan." <br />The towering green stalks creak eerily while leaves rustle in the sway of the wind.<em><br />Sagano Bamboo Forest, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan</em>
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Sagano (Kyoto) – Considered one of the world's most beautiful forests, it's not just tranquil visually but also aurally. 
The bamboo grove is beloved for its distinct rustling sound, so much that Japan's Ministry of Environment included the Sagano Bamboo Forest on its list of "100 Soundscapes of Japan." 
The towering green stalks creak eerily while leaves rustle in the sway of the wind.
Sagano Bamboo Forest, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
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Hundreds of buoyed candles float in Otaru Canal every February in Otaru, during the Snow Light Path Festival. <br />For 10 days, lanterns and snow statues for 10 days adorn the Hokkaido city. <br />Lined with restored warehouses and gas lamps, Unga Kaijo -- the area around the canal -- is the prime spot to enjoy the festival. <a href="http://yukiakarinomichi.org/?page_id=2180" target="_blank"><em><br />Unga Kaijo<em></a></em>, Otaru, Hokaaido</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 134 32 4111</em>
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Otaru Snow Light Path Festival (Hokkaido) – Hundreds of buoyed candles float in Otaru Canal every February in Otaru, during the Snow Light Path Festival. 
For 10 days, lanterns and snow statues for 10 days adorn the Hokkaido city. 
Lined with restored warehouses and gas lamps, Unga Kaijo -- the area around the canal -- is the prime spot to enjoy the festival. 
Unga Kaijo, Otaru, Hokaaido, Japan; +81 134 32 4111
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Originally built in the 8th century, Usa Shine is the most important of thousands of shrines dedicated to Hachiman, the god of archery and war. <br />After getting a fortune paper (omikuji) -- hopefully a daikichi (exceptionally lucky) one, visitors can enjoy a local specialty called negiyaki, or green onion pancake, in the shrine area. <a href="http://www.usajinguu.com/" target="_blank"><em><br />Usa Shrine<em></a></em>, 2859 Minami-Usa, Usa, Oita, Japan; +81 978 37 0001</em>
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Usa Shrine (Oita) – Originally built in the 8th century, Usa Shine is the most important of thousands of shrines dedicated to Hachiman, the god of archery and war. 
After getting a fortune paper (omikuji) -- hopefully a daikichi (exceptionally lucky) one, visitors can enjoy a local specialty called negiyaki, or green onion pancake, in the shrine area. 
Usa Shrine, 2859 Minami-Usa, Usa, Oita, Japan; +81 978 37 0001
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Mt. Daisen looks vastly different depending on which side of the mountain its viewed from. <br />The 1,709-meter-tall volcanic mountain has been regarded as sacred since the ancient Jomon and Tayori era. <br />Because of its importance, climbing was strictly prohibited until the Edo period about 200 years ago.<em><br /><a href="http://en.go-to-japan.jp/daisenguide/mtdaisen/" target="_blank">Daisen</em></a><em>, 40-33, Daisen-cho, Saihaku, Tottori, Japan; +81 859 52 2502</em>
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Mt. Daisen (Tottori) – Mt. Daisen looks vastly different depending on which side of the mountain its viewed from. 
The 1,709-meter-tall volcanic mountain has been regarded as sacred since the ancient Jomon and Tayori era. 
Because of its importance, climbing was strictly prohibited until the Edo period about 200 years ago.
Daisen, 40-33, Daisen-cho, Saihaku, Tottori, Japan; +81 859 52 2502
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Yes, there's a desert on Japan's islands. <br />The Tottori Sand Dunes span 16 kilometers long and two kilometers wide and are the only large sand hills in Japan. <br />The dunes are a blend of sand and volcanic ash mixed over a period of almost 100,000 years then shaped by winds from the Sea of Japan.<br />Part of the San'in Kaigan Geopark, they can be experienced via camel rides, dune buggies and sandboarding.<em><br /><a href="http://sanin-geo.jp/en/index_en.html" target="_blank">San'in Kaigan Geopark</em></a><em>, Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori, Japan; +81 796 26 3783</em>
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Tottori-sakyu Sand Hills (Chugoku) – Yes, there's a desert on Japan's islands. 
The Tottori Sand Dunes span 16 kilometers long and two kilometers wide and are the only large sand hills in Japan. 
The dunes are a blend of sand and volcanic ash mixed over a period of almost 100,000 years then shaped by winds from the Sea of Japan.
Part of the San'in Kaigan Geopark, they can be experienced via camel rides, dune buggies and sandboarding.
San'in Kaigan Geopark, Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori, Japan; +81 796 26 3783
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Believed to be the boundary between the spirit and human worlds, the Otorii's vermilion color is said to keep evil spirits away. <br />It's possible to walk to it on the sand bar during low tide and enjoy the view of Mount Misen behind the gate. <br />At high tide, the 16-meter-high Torii appears to float on the water. <em><br /><a href="http://visit-miyajima-japan.com/en/culture-and-heritage/spiritual-heritage-temples-shrines/le-torii-flottant.html" target="_blank">Itsukushima Shrine</em></a><em>, 1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japan; +81 829 44 2020</em>
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Itsukushima Shrine (Hiroshima) – Believed to be the boundary between the spirit and human worlds, the Otorii's vermilion color is said to keep evil spirits away. 
It's possible to walk to it on the sand bar during low tide and enjoy the view of Mount Misen behind the gate. 
At high tide, the 16-meter-high Torii appears to float on the water. 
Itsukushima Shrine, 1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima, Japan; +81 829 44 2020
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Farm Tomita has three lavender fields: Lavender East, Sakiwai Field and the Traditional Lavender Garden. <br />Sakiwai Field, meaning "happiness field," has four types of lavender growing in rows, creating a gradient of purple with the rainbow colors of Autumn Field, Spring Field and Hanabito Field as background. <br />Still not enough lavender? Try the farm's lavender ice cream.<em><br /><a href="http://www.farm-tomita.co.jp/" target="_blank">Farm Tomita</em></a><em>, 15 Nakafurano Kisen Kita, Nakafurano, Sorachi, Hokkaido, Japan; +81 167 39 3939</em>
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Lavender farm (Hokkaido) – Farm Tomita has three lavender fields: Lavender East, Sakiwai Field and the Traditional Lavender Garden. 
Sakiwai Field, meaning "happiness field," has four types of lavender growing in rows, creating a gradient of purple with the rainbow colors of Autumn Field, Spring Field and Hanabito Field as background. 
Still not enough lavender? Try the farm's lavender ice cream.
Farm Tomita, 15 Nakafurano Kisen Kita, Nakafurano, Sorachi, Hokkaido, Japan; +81 167 39 3939
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Even in winters that plummet well below freezing point, Lake Toya never ices over. <br />The near-circular lake is the remains of a volcanic eruption that hollowed out the ground. <br />Mount Usu lies on the southern rim of the lake and Nakajima Island sits at the center.<em><br /><a href="http://www.toyako-vc.jp/en/" target="_blank">Shikotsu-Toya National Park</em></a><em>, Toyako, Hokkaido, Japan; +81 142 75 2555</em>
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Lake Toya (Hokkaido) – Even in winters that plummet well below freezing point, Lake Toya never ices over. 
The near-circular lake is the remains of a volcanic eruption that hollowed out the ground. 
Mount Usu lies on the southern rim of the lake and Nakajima Island sits at the center.
Shikotsu-Toya National Park, Toyako, Hokkaido, Japan; +81 142 75 2555
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Located in the Suzuka mountain range, Saimyoji Temple is one of a trio of ancient Tendai Buddism temples in eastern Shiga, also known as "Koto Sanzan." <br />The temple is renowned for the beautiful red and orange leaves that surround it in the fall and long blooming cherry trees.<a href="http://www.saimyouji.com/" target="_blank"><em><br />Saimyoji Temple<em></a></em>, 26, Ikedera, Inukami, Shiga, Japan; +81 749 38 4008</em>
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Saimyoji Temple (Shiga) – Located in the Suzuka mountain range, Saimyoji Temple is one of a trio of ancient Tendai Buddism temples in eastern Shiga, also known as "Koto Sanzan." 
The temple is renowned for the beautiful red and orange leaves that surround it in the fall and long blooming cherry trees.
Saimyoji Temple, 26, Ikedera, Inukami, Shiga, Japan; +81 749 38 4008
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Gokayama is one of the <a href="http://edition.cnn.com/2014/09/07/travel/great-towns-architecture/">greatest towns for architecture buffs in the world</a>.<br />The oldest traditional <em>gassho </em>style house in Ainokura is said to be about 400 years old. <br />Part of the UNESCO-designated area of Gokyama, the village preserves an architectural design that dates back hundreds of years.<br />The steep triangular thatched roofs were built without the use of nails and are designed to prevent snow buildup. <br /><em><a href="http://www.g-ainokura.com/" target="_blank">Ainokura</em></a><em>, Taira, Gokayama, Toyama, Japan; +81 763 66 2123 (website in Japanese only)</em>
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Gokayama (Toyama) – Gokayama is one of the greatest towns for architecture buffs in the world.
The oldest traditional gassho style house in Ainokura is said to be about 400 years old. 
Part of the UNESCO-designated area of Gokyama, the village preserves an architectural design that dates back hundreds of years.
The steep triangular thatched roofs were built without the use of nails and are designed to prevent snow buildup. 
Ainokura, Taira, Gokayama, Toyama, Japan; +81 763 66 2123 (website in Japanese only)
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Some 300 whooper swans migrate to Lake Kussharo every winter.<br />Geothermal springs prevent ice from forming along its sandy shores despite most of the water surface freezing. <br />Reported sightings of a lake monster, dubbed Kusshii by the media, since 1973 earned Kussharo a reputation as Japan's Loch Ness.<em><br /><a href="http://kam-kankouken.jp/tourism/en/masyu/special/333.html" target="_blank">Lake Kussharo</em></a><em>, Hokkaido, Japan</em>
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Lake Kussharo (Hokkaido) – Some 300 whooper swans migrate to Lake Kussharo every winter.
Geothermal springs prevent ice from forming along its sandy shores despite most of the water surface freezing. 
Reported sightings of a lake monster, dubbed Kusshii by the media, since 1973 earned Kussharo a reputation as Japan's Loch Ness.
Lake Kussharo, Hokkaido, Japan
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Ini has more than 320 terraced rice paddies. The oldest stone terrace dates back about 500 years. <br />Using only pure natural water from mountain valleys, Ini Tanada's rice is particularly favored for its rich fragrance and taste. <br />The town regularly holds a rice planting event on its terraces to pass on traditional farming methods.<em><br /><a href="http://www.akioota-navi.jp/en/attraction.html#" target="_blank">Ini Tanada</em></a><em>, Yamagata, Hiroshima, Japan; +81 826 28 1800</em>
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Ini Tanada (Hiroshima) – Ini has more than 320 terraced rice paddies. The oldest stone terrace dates back about 500 years. 
Using only pure natural water from mountain valleys, Ini Tanada's rice is particularly favored for its rich fragrance and taste. 
The town regularly holds a rice planting event on its terraces to pass on traditional farming methods.
Ini Tanada, Yamagata, Hiroshima, Japan; +81 826 28 1800
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Frequently called the "White Egret" or "White Heron" castle because of its white exterior and resemblance to a bird taking flight, Himeji<br />is made up of 83 buildings.<br />The 17th century castle is equipped with heavy defense systems. <br />It featured extensively in Hollywood and Japanese films, making a prominent appearance in the James Bond movie "You Only Live Twice" starring Sean Connery.<em><br /><a href="http://www.city.himeji.lg.jp/guide/castle/" target="_blank">Himeji Castle</em></a><em>, 68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan; +81 79 221 2111</em>
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Himeji Castle (Hyogo) – Frequently called the "White Egret" or "White Heron" castle because of its white exterior and resemblance to a bird taking flight, Himeji
is made up of 83 buildings.
The 17th century castle is equipped with heavy defense systems. 
It featured extensively in Hollywood and Japanese films, making a prominent appearance in the James Bond movie "You Only Live Twice" starring Sean Connery.
Himeji Castle, 68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan; +81 79 221 2111
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The steaming springs set in a snowy mountain may be scenic, but travelers come here to see something else -- the hot spring monkeys.<br />Some 200 Japanese macaque monkeys live in Jigokudani -- which translates to "hell valley" -- where the rough cliffs and onsens are covered in snow for a third of the year. <br />The monkeys bathe at the main onsen of the park in winter without a care for observers. <br />Anyone jealous of the monkey's lazy ways can head over to Korakukan Ryokan for their own thermal soak.<em><br /><a href="http://www.jigokudani-yaenkoen.co.jp/english/html/top_e.htm" target="_blank">Snow Monkey Park</em></a><em>, 6845 Yamanouchi, Nagano, Japan; +81 269 33 4379</em>
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Jigokudani Monkey Park (Nagano) – The steaming springs set in a snowy mountain may be scenic, but travelers come here to see something else -- the hot spring monkeys.
Some 200 Japanese macaque monkeys live in Jigokudani -- which translates to "hell valley" -- where the rough cliffs and onsens are covered in snow for a third of the year. 
The monkeys bathe at the main onsen of the park in winter without a care for observers. 
Anyone jealous of the monkey's lazy ways can head over to Korakukan Ryokan for their own thermal soak.
Snow Monkey Park, 6845 Yamanouchi, Nagano, Japan; +81 269 33 4379
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Revered as a ski resort town in the northern Japanese Alps, Hakuba is equally appealing during the summer. The hike up to Happo Pond is among the most scenic trails in the country. <em><a href="http://www.hakubatourism.jp/" target="_blank"><br />Hakuba village<em></em></a>, Kitaazumi District, Nagano</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 261 72 7100</em>
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Hakuba village (Nagano) – Revered as a ski resort town in the northern Japanese Alps, Hakuba is equally appealing during the summer. The hike up to Happo Pond is among the most scenic trails in the country. 
Hakuba village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano, Japan; +81 261 72 7100
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The Adachi gardens, a part of Adachi Museum of Art, are said to be a "living Japanese painting" and one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan. <br />Adachi Zenko founded the museum in 1980 to combine his passion for Japanese art and gardening.<br /><em><a href="https://www.adachi-museum.or.jp/en" target="_blank">Adachi Museum of Art<em></a></em>, 320 Furukawa-cho, Yasugi, Shimane</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 0854 28 7111</em>
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Adachi Museum of Art (Shimane) – The Adachi gardens, a part of Adachi Museum of Art, are said to be a "living Japanese painting" and one of the most beautiful gardens in Japan. 
Adachi Zenko founded the museum in 1980 to combine his passion for Japanese art and gardening.
Adachi Museum of Art, 320 Furukawa-cho, Yasugi, Shimane, Japan; +81 0854 28 7111
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One of the most scenic spots in the bay of Wakasa, the Big Gate and Little Gate of the Sotomo Arch were holes on rock carved by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan. <br />With some careful maneuvering, it's possible to climb into the Little Gate. An excursion ship, which departs from the Wakasa Fishermen's Wharf, offers rides to view the rock formation.<a href="http://www.fuku-e.com/lang/english/places/nature.html" target="_blank"><em><br />Sotomo Arch<em></a></em>, Obama City, Fukui, Japan</em>
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Sotomo Arch (Fukui) – One of the most scenic spots in the bay of Wakasa, the Big Gate and Little Gate of the Sotomo Arch were holes on rock carved by the rough waves of the Sea of Japan. 
With some careful maneuvering, it's possible to climb into the Little Gate. An excursion ship, which departs from the Wakasa Fishermen's Wharf, offers rides to view the rock formation.
Sotomo Arch, Obama City, Fukui, Japan
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With Mount Fuji in the background, some 800,000 stalks of shibazakura or "moss phlox" cover 2.4 hectares of land in a carpet of pink, white and purple. Thousands travel to the Fuji Five Lakes area for the festival celebrating the flower's first bloom, which runs April 18 to May 31 this year.<em><a href="http://www.shibazakura.jp/eng/" target="_blank"><br />Fuji Shibazakura Festival<em></em></a>, 212 Motusu, Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 555 89 3031</em>
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Fuji Shibazakura Festival, (Yamanashi) – With Mount Fuji in the background, some 800,000 stalks of shibazakura or "moss phlox" cover 2.4 hectares of land in a carpet of pink, white and purple. Thousands travel to the Fuji Five Lakes area for the festival celebrating the flower's first bloom, which runs April 18 to May 31 this year.
Fuji Shibazakura Festival, 212 Motusu, Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi, Japan; +81 555 89 3031
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The Japanese style landscape garden features small ponds, streams, shrines and a bamboo grove. <br />Set along the coast north of downtown Kagoshima, visitors can look out at Sakurajima volcano and Kagoshima Bay. <br />The garden dates back to 1658, during Japan's Edo period.<em><br /><a href="http://www.senganen.jp/en/senganen/index.html" target="_blank">Sengan-en</em></a><em>, 9700-1 Yoshinocho, Kagoshima, Japan; +81 99 247 1551</em>
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Senganen Garden (Kagoshima) – The Japanese style landscape garden features small ponds, streams, shrines and a bamboo grove. 
Set along the coast north of downtown Kagoshima, visitors can look out at Sakurajima volcano and Kagoshima Bay. 
The garden dates back to 1658, during Japan's Edo period.
Sengan-en, 9700-1 Yoshinocho, Kagoshima, Japan; +81 99 247 1551
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Covered in gold leaf, Kinkaku-ji or the Golden Pavilion, is arguably Kyoto's most famed attraction.<a href="http://www.shokoku-ji.jp/k_access.html" target="_blank"><em><br />Kinkaku-ji<em></a></em>, 1 Kinkakujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, Japan; +81 75 461 0013</em>
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Golden Pavilion, Kyoto – Covered in gold leaf, Kinkaku-ji or the Golden Pavilion, is arguably Kyoto's most famed attraction.
Kinkaku-ji, 1 Kinkakujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, Japan; +81 75 461 0013
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Walking into an oil painting? The fragrant wisteria tunnel, the most stunning display at the Kawachi Fuji Garden, makes it possible. <br />With flowering vines overhead, the walkway is said to inspire a zen-like calm in visitors. <br />The garden displays about 150 wisteria plants of 20 different species. <br />It hosts the annual Wisteria Festival at the end of April, when the flowers are in full bloom.<em><br /><a href="http://japan-magazine.jnto.go.jp/en/1502_wisteria.html" target="_blank">Kawachi Fuji Garden</em></a><em>, 2-2-48 Kawachi, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan; +81 936 52 0334</em>
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Kawachi Fuji Garden (Fukuoka) – Walking into an oil painting? The fragrant wisteria tunnel, the most stunning display at the Kawachi Fuji Garden, makes it possible. 
With flowering vines overhead, the walkway is said to inspire a zen-like calm in visitors. 
The garden displays about 150 wisteria plants of 20 different species. 
It hosts the annual Wisteria Festival at the end of April, when the flowers are in full bloom.
Kawachi Fuji Garden, 2-2-48 Kawachi, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan; +81 936 52 0334
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The hike to Happo pond from Hakuba -- a village known for its winter skiing amid the mountains of Nagano Prefecture -- is a classic trail in the Japanese Alps. <br />Surrounded by the Hakuba Peaks, the pond is 2,060 meters above sea level. <br />What the pond lacks in size, it makes up for in beauty, reflecting the 3,000 meter tall peaks in its quiet waters.<em><br /><a href="http://www.hakuba-happo.or.jp/" target="_blank">Hakuba Happo-one Nature Study Trail</em></a><em>, Hakuba Happo-one Sky Resort, Hakuba, Nagano, Japan; +81 261 72 3066</em>
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Happo Pond (Nagano) – The hike to Happo pond from Hakuba -- a village known for its winter skiing amid the mountains of Nagano Prefecture -- is a classic trail in the Japanese Alps. 
Surrounded by the Hakuba Peaks, the pond is 2,060 meters above sea level. 
What the pond lacks in size, it makes up for in beauty, reflecting the 3,000 meter tall peaks in its quiet waters.
Hakuba Happo-one Nature Study Trail, Hakuba Happo-one Sky Resort, Hakuba, Nagano, Japan; +81 261 72 3066
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The 123 Torii gates stretches from the Motonosumi-Inari Shrine to the cliff overlooking the ocean.<br />Motonosumi-Inari is a popular shrine where locals wish for success.<br />The final Torii's donation box is placed out of reach at the top of the gate. It's believed that if you can successfully toss money into the box, all your wishes will come true.<em><br /><a href="http://www.nanavi.jp/page/detail.php?id=310" target="_blank">Motonosumi-Onari Shrine</em></a><em>, 498 Yuyatsuo, Nagato, Yamaguchi, Japan; +81 837 23 1137</em>
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Motonosumi-inari Shrine (Yamaguchi) – The 123 Torii gates stretches from the Motonosumi-Inari Shrine to the cliff overlooking the ocean.
Motonosumi-Inari is a popular shrine where locals wish for success.
The final Torii's donation box is placed out of reach at the top of the gate. It's believed that if you can successfully toss money into the box, all your wishes will come true.
Motonosumi-Onari Shrine, 498 Yuyatsuo, Nagato, Yamaguchi, Japan; +81 837 23 1137
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Nachi Falls, at 133-meters high, is the biggest waterfall in Japan. <br />It steals some of the attention from Kumano Nachi Taishai, a sacred shrine built close by.<br />It's usually the last stop of the scenic pilgrimage known as Kumano Kodo. <br />Find out how to tackle <a href="http://edition.cnn.com/2013/05/06/travel/japan-kumano-kodo-hike/">Kumano Kodo, world's best unknown hike here</a>.<br /><em><a href="https://www.wakayama-kanko.or.jp/world/english/things/history/list01/detail011.html" target="_blank">Nachi Falls</em></a><em>, Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan</em>
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Nachi Fall (Wakayama) – Nachi Falls, at 133-meters high, is the biggest waterfall in Japan. 
It steals some of the attention from Kumano Nachi Taishai, a sacred shrine built close by.
It's usually the last stop of the scenic pilgrimage known as Kumano Kodo. 
Find out how to tackle Kumano Kodo, world's best unknown hike here.
Nachi Falls, Nachikatsuura, Wakayama, Japan
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With 15 slopes and 12 courses, Zao Onsen is one of the most well known ski resorts in Japan. <br />But travelers come to Zao not only for the snow-capped mountain but the trees.<br />Extreme snow and seasonal winds cocoon the mountain's pine trees during the coldest winter months, creating snow towers in obscure forms known as "ice monsters" or Juhyo in Japanese.<em><br /><a href="http://www.zao-spa.or.jp/english/index.html" target="_blank">Zao onsen ski resort</em></a><em>, Yamagata, Japan; +81 23 694 9328</em>
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Zao ski resort (Yamagata) – With 15 slopes and 12 courses, Zao Onsen is one of the most well known ski resorts in Japan. 
But travelers come to Zao not only for the snow-capped mountain but the trees.
Extreme snow and seasonal winds cocoon the mountain's pine trees during the coldest winter months, creating snow towers in obscure forms known as "ice monsters" or Juhyo in Japanese.
Zao onsen ski resort, Yamagata, Japan; +81 23 694 9328
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For those who don't enjoy hiking, this cable car can carry 101 passengers at a time to the top of the 1,375-meter-high Mt. Tsurumi in 10 minutes. <br />From the top, there's a view of Beppu, Mount Yufu and Kuju Mountain Range. <br />The best time to ride up is during spring when more than 2,000 cherry trees blossom on the mountain.<em><br /><a href="http://www.beppu-ropeway.co.jp/" target="_blank">Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway</em></a><em>, Oaza Minami Samuhara 10-7, Beppu, Oita, Japan; +81 977 22 2278</em>
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Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway (Oita) – For those who don't enjoy hiking, this cable car can carry 101 passengers at a time to the top of the 1,375-meter-high Mt. Tsurumi in 10 minutes. 
From the top, there's a view of Beppu, Mount Yufu and Kuju Mountain Range. 
The best time to ride up is during spring when more than 2,000 cherry trees blossom on the mountain.
Kintetsu Beppu Ropeway, Oaza Minami Samuhara 10-7, Beppu, Oita, Japan; +81 977 22 2278
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Also known as the "crow castle" because of its black exterior, Matsumoto is Japan's oldest wooden castle, constructed more than 400 years ago. <br />The years during the castle's construction were marked by near-constant military conflict. Rather than focusing on residential comforts, the castle is fortified with extensive interconnecting walls, moats and gatehouses.<a href="http://www.city.matsumoto.nagano.jp/multilingual/english/guide/City_Highlight/CityHighlight.html" target="_blank"><em><br />Matsumoto Castle<em></a></em>, 4-1 Marunouchi, Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan; +81 263 32 2902</em>
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Matsumoto Castle (Nagano) – Also known as the "crow castle" because of its black exterior, Matsumoto is Japan's oldest wooden castle, constructed more than 400 years ago. 
The years during the castle's construction were marked by near-constant military conflict. Rather than focusing on residential comforts, the castle is fortified with extensive interconnecting walls, moats and gatehouses.
Matsumoto Castle, 4-1 Marunouchi, Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan; +81 263 32 2902
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Hayao Miyazaki fans will find this forest familiar.<br />Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2013/12/04/travel/enchanting-ancient-forests-japan-yakushima/">inspires Studio Ghibli's fantasy animation "Princess Mononoke."</a> <br />The otherworldly nature park on Yakushima Island offers a network of maintained hiking trails along the ravine. <br />From historic tracks built in the Edo period to developed footpaths paved in stone and wood, the circuits range from one to five hours long, varying in difficulty. <em><br /><a href="http://japan-magazine.jnto.go.jp/en/1503_yakushima.html" target="_blank">Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge</em></a><em>, Yakushima Island, Kagoshima</em><em>, Japan</em>
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Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge (Jagoshima) – Hayao Miyazaki fans will find this forest familiar.
Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge inspires Studio Ghibli's fantasy animation "Princess Mononoke." 
The otherworldly nature park on Yakushima Island offers a network of maintained hiking trails along the ravine. 
From historic tracks built in the Edo period to developed footpaths paved in stone and wood, the circuits range from one to five hours long, varying in difficulty. 
Shiratani Unsuikyo Gorge, Yakushima Island, Kagoshima, Japan
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Fall at Mt. Hiuchi brings out spectacular colors on Koya Pond.<br />The shallow and marshy water covered with vegetation changes colors -- into red, orange, yellow and green -- like the forest around it.<br />On the edge of the pond, Kouyaike Hutte provides beds and kitchen facilities if you need a rest on you hike up the 2,462-meter-tall mountain.<em><br /><a href="http://www.myoko.tv/kouyaike/index.html" target="_blank">Kouya Pond</em></a><em>, Mt. Hiuchi, Niigata, Japan; +81 255 86 3911</em>
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Koya Pond (Niigata) – Fall at Mt. Hiuchi brings out spectacular colors on Koya Pond.
The shallow and marshy water covered with vegetation changes colors -- into red, orange, yellow and green -- like the forest around it.
On the edge of the pond, Kouyaike Hutte provides beds and kitchen facilities if you need a rest on you hike up the 2,462-meter-tall mountain.
Kouya Pond, Mt. Hiuchi, Niigata, Japan; +81 255 86 3911
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On the fourth Sunday of May, Motsuji Temple invites poetry lovers to write by the stream of the temple's garden pond. <br />As they compose their verses, cups of sake float to them -- to help the float of inspiration, we assume. <br />The event is concluded with the master of ceremonies reading each poem aloud.<a href="http://www.motsuji.or.jp/english/matsuri/data03.html" target="_blank"><em><br />Motsu-ji Temple<em></a></em>, 58 Osawa, Hiraizumi, Iwate</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 191 46 2331</em>
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Poetry Reading at Motsu-ji Temple (Hiraizumi) – On the fourth Sunday of May, Motsuji Temple invites poetry lovers to write by the stream of the temple's garden pond. 
As they compose their verses, cups of sake float to them -- to help the float of inspiration, we assume. 
The event is concluded with the master of ceremonies reading each poem aloud.
Motsu-ji Temple, 58 Osawa, Hiraizumi, Iwate, Japan; +81 191 46 2331
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Also known as "baby blue eyes," more than four million nemophilas bloom from late April to May in Hitachi Seaside Park, the public park on Miharashi Hill.<br />The Nemophila Harmony is the highlight of park's flowering events. <br />The 190-hectare park constantly changes color with the seasons. During the transition into fall, puffy kochia shrubs turn from vibrant green to fiery red.<a href="http://en.hitachikaihin.jp/" target="_blank"><em><br />Hitachi Seaside Park<em></a></em>, 605-4 Onuma-aza, Mawatari, Hitachinaka, Ibaraki</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 29 265 9001</em>
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Hitachi Seaside Park (Ibaraki) – Also known as "baby blue eyes," more than four million nemophilas bloom from late April to May in Hitachi Seaside Park, the public park on Miharashi Hill.
The Nemophila Harmony is the highlight of park's flowering events. 
The 190-hectare park constantly changes color with the seasons. During the transition into fall, puffy kochia shrubs turn from vibrant green to fiery red.
Hitachi Seaside Park, 605-4 Onuma-aza, Mawatari, Hitachinaka, Ibaraki, Japan; +81 29 265 9001
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Considered one of the world's most beautiful forests, it's not just tranquil visually but also aurally. <br />The bamboo grove is beloved for its distinct rustling sound, so much that Japan's Ministry of Environment included the <a href="http://edition.cnn.com/2014/08/11/travel/sagano-bamboo-forest/">Sagano Bamboo Forest</a> on its list of "100 Soundscapes of Japan." <br />The towering green stalks creak eerily while leaves rustle in the sway of the wind.<em><br />Sagano Bamboo Forest, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan</em>
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Sagano (Kyoto) – Considered one of the world's most beautiful forests, it's not just tranquil visually but also aurally. 
The bamboo grove is beloved for its distinct rustling sound, so much that Japan's Ministry of Environment included the Sagano Bamboo Forest on its list of "100 Soundscapes of Japan." 
The towering green stalks creak eerily while leaves rustle in the sway of the wind.
Sagano Bamboo Forest, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
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Hundreds of buoyed candles float in Otaru Canal every February in Otaru, during the Snow Light Path Festival. <br />For 10 days, lanterns and snow statues for 10 days adorn the Hokkaido city. <br />Lined with restored warehouses and gas lamps, Unga Kaijo -- the area around the canal -- is the prime spot to enjoy the festival. <a href="http://yukiakarinomichi.org/?page_id=2180" target="_blank"><em><br />Unga Kaijo<em></a></em>, Otaru, Hokaaido</em><em>, Japan</em><em>; +81 134 32 4111</em>
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Otaru Snow Light Path Festival (Hokkaido) – Hundreds of buoyed candles float in Otaru Canal every February in Otaru, during the Snow Light Path Festival. 
For 10 days, lanterns and snow statues for 10 days adorn the Hokkaido city. 
Lined with restored warehouses and gas lamps, Unga Kaijo -- the area around the canal -- is the prime spot to enjoy the festival. 
Unga Kaijo, Otaru, Hokaaido, Japan; +81 134 32 4111
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Originally built in the 8th century, Usa Shine is the most important of thousands of shrines dedicated to Hachiman, the god of archery and war. <br />After getting a fortune paper (omikuji) -- hopefully a daikichi (exceptionally lucky) one, visitors can enjoy a local specialty called negiyaki, or green onion pancake, in the shrine area. <a href="http://www.usajinguu.com/" target="_blank"><em><br />Usa Shrine<em></a></em>, 2859 Minami-Usa, Usa, Oita, Japan; +81 978 37 0001</em>
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Usa Shrine (Oita) – Originally built in the 8th century, Usa Shine is the most important of thousands of shrines dedicated to Hachiman, the god of archery and war. 
After getting a fortune paper (omikuji) -- hopefully a daikichi (exceptionally lucky) one, visitors can enjoy a local specialty called negiyaki, or green onion pancake, in the shrine area. 
Usa Shrine, 2859 Minami-Usa, Usa, Oita, Japan; +81 978 37 0001
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Mt. Daisen looks vastly different depending on which side of the mountain its viewed from. <br />The 1,709-meter-tall volcanic mountain has been regarded as sacred since the ancient Jomon and Tayori era. <br />Because of its importance, climbing was strictly prohibited until the Edo period about 200 years ago.<em><br /><a href="http://en.go-to-japan.jp/daisenguide/mtdaisen/" target="_blank">Daisen</em></a><em>, 40-33, Daisen-cho, Saihaku, Tottori, Japan; +81 859 52 2502</em>
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Mt. Daisen (Tottori) – Mt. Daisen looks vastly different depending on which side of the mountain its viewed from. 
The 1,709-meter-tall volcanic mountain has been regarded as sacred since the ancient Jomon and Tayori era. 
Because of its importance, climbing was strictly prohibited until the Edo period about 200 years ago.
Daisen, 40-33, Daisen-cho, Saihaku, Tottori, Japan; +81 859 52 2502
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Yes, there's a desert on Japan's islands. <br />The Tottori Sand Dunes span 16 kilometers long and two kilometers wide and are the only large sand hills in Japan. <br />The dunes are a blend of sand and volcanic ash mixed over a period of almost 100,000 years then shaped by winds from the Sea of Japan.<br />Part of the San'in Kaigan Geopark, they can be experienced via camel rides, dune buggies and sandboarding.<em><br /><a href="http://sanin-geo.jp/en/index_en.html" target="_blank">San'in Kaigan Geopark</em></a><em>, Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori, Japan; +81 796 26 3783</em>
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Tottori-sakyu Sand Hills (Chugoku) – Yes, there's a desert on Japan's islands. 
The Tottori Sand Dunes span 16 kilometers long and two kilometers wide and are the only large sand hills in Japan. 
The dunes are a blend of sand and volcanic ash mixed over a period of almost 100,000 years then shaped by winds from the Sea of Japan.
Part of the San'in Kaigan Geopark, they can be experienced via camel rides, dune buggies and sandboarding.
San'in Kaigan Geopark, Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori, Japan; +81 796 26 3783
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beautiful japan Kawachi Wisteria
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beautiful japan Ini Rice Terrace Aki Ota Town
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beautiful japan Aoni Area Hakuba village
beautiful japan Adachi Museum
beautiful japan Sotomo Arch
beautiful japan Fuji Shibazakura Festival Yamanashi
beautiful japan Senganen Garden Mt. Sakurajima view
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From the tallest waterfall to the largest sand dune, from the floral tunnel to the sacred shrines, the islands of Japan is a trove of photogenic wonders.











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