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The winter-only Oirase Gorge Ice Waterfall Tour (奥入瀬渓流氷瀑ツアー) runs from December 25, 2026 to February 28, 2027, with daytime and night courses led by nature guides. Reservations are open on the official website.
The 37th Ryujin Gorge Autumn Leaves Festival (第37回竜神峡紅葉まつり) runs from November 1 to 30, 2026 at Ryujin Suspension Bridge, with an Instagram photo campaign, a stamp rally, a local products market, and stage events.
Two one-night, two-day autumn model courses for Miyazaki Prefecture cover a Takachiho route of gorge, shrines and night kagura, and a Miyazaki and Nichinan route of coastal drives and local food, plus a month-long Aoshima festival in October 2026.
Nikko's large area and wide range of elevations produce varied autumn colors across five areas, from Nikko and Okunikko to Kinugawa, Yunishigawa, Ashio, and Imaichi. Here are traffic-avoidance tips along with recommended foliage spots and events in each area.
This autumn, Toyama's long-awaited Kurobe-Unazuki Canyon Route finally opens to tours on October 2, and the season also brings craft festivals in Takaoka, seasonal flavors like Kazumi apples and genge fish, a craft-filled stay in Kanaya-machi, and hidden autumn foliage spots at Ainokura and Jinzu-kyo Gorge.
Marinetopia Resort presents four scenic sauna stays for summer — a riverside gorge retreat in Hyogo, a Pacific Ocean villa in Chiba, a Miyazu Bay villa in Kyoto, and a Mount Fuji villa in Yamanashi — each offering a sweeping view straight from the sauna room.
COCO VILLA Yoro Keikoku, a two-building whole-villa rental just steps from the Yoro River in Ichihara, Chiba Prefecture, opened on July 9, 2026, featuring a barrel sauna overlooking the gorge along with SUP boards and kayaks for river activities.
From July 25 to August 15, 2026, Sounkyo Onsen's "Canyon Fire Festival" brings nightly fireworks that echo through the gorge, with Choyotei and Choyo Resort Hotel offering special stay plans to mark the occasion.
From July 11 to September 23, 2026, Akame 48 Falls in Nabari, Mie Prefecture, strings about 2,000 wind chimes along its gorge trail between the entrance and Fudo Falls, adding a cool, photogenic summer touch to one of Mie's signature waterfall spots.
A new glamping resort, IYA-KEI GLAMPING TOMORI, has opened in the Iya Valley area of Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture, offering five private accommodation lodges, outdoor bar, sauna, and gourmet dining amid spectacular natural scenery.
A night outdoor art exhibition by teamLab is open at Yoro Valley in Chiba, running from April 17 to May 24, 2026. The gorge, shaped over millions of years by the Yoro River, becomes an immersive art space that changes in response to the presence of visitors.
Experience the snowy beauty of Kurobe Gorge aboard a trolley train. The popular winter premium tour returns for 18 days in January and February 2026.
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for June in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. *Please note that […]
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for August in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. *Please note that […]
If you’re planning to go sightseeing, including seasonal activities unique to that time of year in your itinerary is ideal. In this issue, we introduce essential travel information for October in Hiroshima, including weather, appropriate fashion, key events, and recommended spots, catering to those interested in experiencing the uniqueness of the season. *Please note that […]
Located in the northern part of Hiroshima Prefecture, the Shobara, Miyoshi, and Geihoku area is an attractive tourist destination that combines rich nature, history, and culture. The area is home to many mountainous areas and spectacular natural scenery, allowing visitors to enjoy beautiful seasonal scenery and distinctive local culture. With numerous spots scattered throughout the […]
Fall in Hiroshima is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy nature and scenery due to the pleasant weather. Visitors can enjoy the calm atmosphere of Japan, which is different from the hot and energetic summer. This article details the highlights of a fall trip to Hiroshima, from a description of the weather and […]
Saitama Prefecture, which is fairly accessible from Tokyo, is full of attractive tourist spots! Here is a selection of the best photogenic spots to visit with friends or partners. What is Saitama Prefecture? Saitama Prefecture is located adjacent to the northern part of Tokyo, just 30 minutes by train from central Tokyo. It is characterized […]