Shibazakura Festival in Misato 2026 Early Apr - Early May from the middle of April, the Shibazakura (moss phlox or moss pink) Park in
12 Kamakura's Myoo-in Temple Steve Morton Heading to eastern Kamakura? Be sure to visit to the small but impressive Godaido Myoo-in Temple where you can relax whilst escaping the crowds
13 Yumemigasaki Zoo in Kawasaki Michael Williams Red pandas, monkeys, zebras and more in this free zoo, situated half an hour away from Tokyo.
16 Culture Fukui Castle in Spring Takako Sakamoto Beautiful cherry blossoms decorating Fukui Castle Ruins in spring. If you are lucky, you can view them with snow-capped mountains in the background!
Accommodation Yamanaka Campground in Mitsuse Tristan Scholze Yamanaka Campground in the village of Mitsuse, Saga, lies at the base of the hikable Mt. Kana and near some excellent cafes.
6 Winter Views in Wakayama Mandy Bartok Enjoy winter views of Wakayama from near the Gomasan Sky Tower
9 Kaminoshima Church in Nagasaki Takako Sakamoto Kaminoshima Church in Nagasaki with a pure-white statue of the Virgin Mary. Learn the history of Christian martyrdom in Japan of the past!
7 Culture Hikone Castle in Shiga Lily Hikone Castle in Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture, is a very famous original castle tower.
