JAPAN CITY BY PREFECTURE

Aichi Prefecture

Nagoya is in Aichi Prefecture, in the Chubu region of Honshu, the main island in Japan. The hub of the Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city. The focal points of this sprawling agglomeration are Nagoya station to the north, Sakae to the east and Kanayama to the south). Nagoya is close to the Ise Shrine, said to be the most venerable Shinto Shrine in Japan.

Naka-ku is one of the 16 wards of Nagoya. Naka-ku covers the central part of Nagoya and thus covers many of the main attractions in Nagoya including Nagoya Castle and Nagoya TV Tower.

Akita Prefecture

Akita is the capital city of Akita Prefecture in the Tohoku the northeastern region of Honshu island. Akita is famous for its Onsen (hot springs) in and around Akita, plus its close proximity to the ski fields.

Aomori Prefecture

Aomori lies at the north end of Honshu. Aomori is the capital of Aomori Prefecture and the site of one side of the Seikan Tunnel which connects the island of Honshu to the island of Hokkaido. The major attractions of Aomori include museums and the Hakkoda Mountains, which are a good locations for trekking with hot spas.

Hachinohe is located on the coastal area facing the Pacific Ocean in Aomori Prefecture Tohoku Region at the northern end of Honshu Island. The main attractions in Hachinohe are Kabushima Shrine including its forty thousand Black tailed Gulls, Enburi Festival (February 17 -20) and the ruins of Hachinohe Castle and Ne Castle.

Hirosaki is located in Aomori Prefecture Tohoku Region at the northern end of Honshu Island. The main attractions in Hirosaki are Hirosaki Castle and its surrounding park where 2,600 cherry blossom blossom in Golden Week (April). The Hirosaki Neputa Festival is held in the first week of August.

Chiba Prefecture

Chiba city, located to the east of central Tokyo, is the capital of Chiba Prefecture, but forms part of greater urban area of Tokyo. Chiba city is located next to Tokyo Bay and close to Narita Airport. Chiba city attractions include Chiba Port Tower which includes an observation deck at 120m, the modern reconstruction of Chiba Castle, Chiba Urban Monorail which is the world's longest suspended monorail and Makuhari Messe, the site of the Tokyo Motor Show.

Narita is located 70km from central Tokyo and is the location of the main international airport, Narita Airport.

Ehime Prefecture

Matsuyama is the capital city of Ehime Prefecture on the island of Shikoku. Matsuyama is famous for Onsen (hot springs).

Fukui Prefecture

Fukui is the capital city of Fukui Prefecture, which is in Chubu Region. Fukui City is located on the coast of the Sea of Japan. Fukui is famous for the Ichijodani Asakura Family Gardens, Fukui Castle, Kitanosho Castle and cherry blossom along Asuwa River.

Fukuoka Prefecture

Dazaifu is a city close to Fukuoka with many attractions including Fukuoka National Museum, beautiful gardens and shrines. Dazaifu is the former capital of Kyushu.

Fukuoka, also known by its traditional name Hakata, is the largest city on the island of Kyushu and the capital city of Fukuoka Prefecture. Fukuoka is a modern city with mainly new buildings, which is famous for its festivals and its food including ramen. Fukuoka attractions include Canal City Hakata, Fukuoka Tower, Kyushu National Museum, Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, Komyozenji Temple and Sumiyoshi Shrine.

Hakata is a major part of central Fukuoka. Japanese often refer to Fukuoka as Hakata. Hakata has several key features including Hakata Station (the main railway station and Shinkansen terminal) and Canal City Hakata.

Kanda is a coastal town located in Fukuoka Prefecture on the island of Kyushu. Kanda is located very close to large city Kitakyushu and is effectively a suburb of Kitakyushu.

Kitakyushu is a large city in Fukuoka Prefecture on the coastline of the southern island of Kyushu right near the main island of Honshu. Kitakyushu is famous for the Kokura Castle.

Fukushima Prefecture

Aizu Wakamatsu is a city located in the western part of Fukushima Prefecture. During the Boshin War, the then town of Aizu Wakamatsu with its Aizu Wakamatsu Castle were besieged by Imperial forces, and although they surrended the people were badly treated afterwards. Aizu Wakamatsu attractions include the reconstructed Aizu Wakamatsu Castle, Tsuruga Castle Park, which is most famous for its cherry blossom and is considered one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots, and Aizu Matsudaira's Royal Garden.

Fukushima City is the capital of Fukushima Prefecture and is located 63km north west of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant and around 250km north of Tokyo.

Gifu Prefecture

Gifu is the capital city of Gifu Prefecture in the Chubu region of central Japan. Gifu is close to Nagoya. Gifu is famous for Gifu Castle, Gifu Park, Mt. Kinka Cable Car and many museums in the city.

Shirakawa-go is a small village, located in Gifu Prefecture and surrounded by mountains. This isolated location lead to survival of a whole village featuring traditional Japanese houses with their steeply pitched thatched roofs, which are the only examples which are in situ and have mantained continuous occupation. Shirakawa-go is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and forms part of the "Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama" listing.

Takayama is a city near the northern Japan Alps of Gifu prefecture, in the Chubu region of Japan. Takayama is also known as Hida-Takayama. Takayama is a historical village that has lay forgotten in the Japanese Alps for centuries. Takayama features the Hida Folk Village, Takayama Jinya (former administrative complex), temples and streets lined with old wooden houses.

Gunma Prefecture

Kusatsu is a town located on a 1200m high plateau in Gunma Prefecture, but close to the border with Nagano Prefecture. Kusatsu is famous for its traditional style Onsen (hot springs).

Maebashi is the capital of Gunma Prefecture and is located at the base of Mt Akagi on the north eastern corner of the Kanto Plain. Maebashi is only one hour from Tokyo by train. Maebashi attractions include the Akagi Nanmen Senbon-Zakura which is a two kilometer long line of cherry blossom trees, which is a spectacular site in spring. Maebashi is surrounded by many pick your own apple, strawberry and blueberry farms. Maebashi is also famous for its pork dishes.

Hiroshima Prefecture

Fukuyama is a city located to the east of Hiroshima city on the Ashida River in Hiroshima Prefecture. Fukuyama attractions include Fukuyama Castle, Myooin Temple, Taichoro Temple Hall, Kusado Sengen (historic city which has been excavated) and the nearby town of Tomonoura which is a fishing port featuring many interesting temples and shrines.

Hiroshima, located in in the western of Japan in Chugoku region. Hiroshima is of course famous for the atomic bombing and there are many memorials relating to this in and around Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park including the World Heritage Site of the Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum. Hiroshima has other attractions including Hiroshima Castle and Skukkeien Garden. From Hiroshima a day trip or a very brief half day trip can be taken to the World Heritage Itsukushima Shrine with its famous Miyajima Torii, on the island of Miyajima.

Miyajima is the name of a town on the island of Itsukushima, which commonly referred to as Miyajima, which is famous for the World Heritage Site of Itsukushima Shrine. Itsukushima Shrine and its famous Miyajima Torii form one the Three Views of Japan. Miyajima also features many other temples, shrines, rare forest, wild deer and monkeys. Miyajima is located in Hiroshima Prefecture.

Hokkaido Prefecture

Abashiri is located on the northern coastline of Hokkaido. Abashiri attractions include the Old Abashiri Prison which was used to hold political prisoners in the Meiji Period.

Akanko Onsen is an onsen resort town on the edge of Lake Akanko on the northern island Hokkaido. Akanko Onsen attractions are views of the lake and of course the onsen.

Asahikawa is the second largest city in the northern island Hokkaido. Asahikawa is also officially the coldest city in Japan. Asahikawa has many nearby ski resorts, has a famous winter festival and features a wide varity of restaurants.

Chuo-ku is the central ward or area of Sapporo, the capital and largest city of the northern island of Hokkaido. Chuo-ku attractions include Odori Park, Sapporo Clock Tower, Hokkaido Shrine and the entertainment district of Susukino. Most of the government administration buildings are in the Chuo-ku including the historic Former Hokkaido Government Office.

Esashi (Hiyama)

Furano is a popular ski destination located in the centre of the northern island of Hokkaido. Furano is famous for its large quantities of dry powder snow which is popular with skiers and snowboarders alike. Furano is also famous for its beautiful fields of lavender, vineyards, and its unique Hokkai-Heso Matsuri — the Hokkaido Belly Button Festival.

Hakodate is a city and port located in Oshima, Hokkaido, Japan. It is the capital city of Oshima Subprefecture. Hakodate is dominated by Hakodateyama (Mount Hakodate), a totally forested mountain, and the sea. Hakodate is also famous for its European-style Goryokaku fort, which was built in the shape of a five-pointed star in 1866.

Kawakami is located near Lake Kussharo in the northern island of Hokkaido. Kawakami attractions include the many hot springs and Onsen in the area.

Kitami is a city located in the northern part of the northern island of Hokkaido. Kitami attractions include Onneyu Azalea Hill where 28,000 purple azaleas bloom in May and the Wakka Wild Flower Park where 300 different kinds of wild flowers bloom between May and September. Kitami also has five golf courses and many more gold parks. In winter you can enjoy skiing in the ski fields surrounding Kitami.

Kushiro is a port city on the eastern coast of the island of Hokkaido, which has the distinction of being one of the few reliably ice free ports during winter. Kushiro, also known as The Town of Mist, features Kushiro Marsh, a national park and Japan's largest marshland and Kushiro Tancho Nature Park, which was the first to breed tancho cranes (Japanese cranes).

Minami-ku is the south ward (Minami-ku literially translates as the south ward) or area of Sapporo, the capital and largest city of the northern island of Hokkaido. Minami-ku is the largest ward in Sapporo and covers 60% of the total area of Sapporo including pars of the Shikotsu-Toya National Park and 17 mountains including the highest mountain in Sapporo, Mt Yoichi. Minami-ku attractions include Jozankei hot springs resort, Sapporo Art Park and Makomanai Park which includes the Makomanai Ice Arena, Makomanai Open Stadium and the Sapporo Salmon Museum.

Muroran is a port city on the south eastern coastline of the northern island of Hokkaido. Muroran is the capital city of the Iburi Subprefecture. Muroran attractions include the eight scenic sites, Muroran-Hakkei, with the Chikyu Misaki (Earth Cape), which features the light house, being the most popular. The other main Muroran attraction is the Hakucho Bridge, which features a main span of 720m.

Niseko is a popular ski resort town on the northern island of Hokkaido, Japan. Niseko has excellent deep powder snow and a long ski season. Niseko is widely regarded as the best ski resort in Japan for three main reasons: weather, size and infrastructure.

Noboribetsu is located on the northern island of Hokkaido, Japan. Noboribetsu actually comprises the nearby towns of Noboribetsu, Horobetsu and Washibetsu. The main attraction is the hot spring village of Noboribetsu Onsen, 6 km inland from Noboribetsu itself. The vast majority of tourists are drawn to the 11 types of water found in the local hot springs, which contains sulfur and iron.

Obihiro is located in the southern part of the northern island of Hokkaido. Obihiro attractions include the Obihiro Centennial Memorial Hall which depicts the natural history of the Tokachi Plan, local archaeology and pioneer history. Another Obihiro attraction is the Obihiro Racecourse where the Hokkaido style of Banei horse racing can be seen, where the horses drag steel sleds weighing around 500kg.

Otaru is a port city on the coastline of Ishikari Bay, which joins to the Sea of Japan, on the island of Hokkaido and is located north west of the nearby Sapporo. Otaru is both a popular tourist destination and satellite city of Sapporo, with many residents driving the 25 minutes to Sapporo each day for work. Otaru attractions include the Nishin Goten (mansion), a large wooden building constructed in 1897 and once the home to the herring fishing magnate Hunkumatsu Tanakaa. Other Otaru attractions include the nearby ski fields. Otaru is famous for its fresh sushi and Otaru Beer.

Sapporo is the capital and largest city of the northern island of Hokkaido. Sapporo is known as the home of the Sapporo beer and miso-flavored Sapporo ramen, plus the famous Sapporo Snow Festival. The 1972 Winter Olympics were held in Sapporo as it also famous for its winter activities including skiing.

Wakkanai is the northern most city in Japan, located on the northern tip of the island of Hokkaido. Wakkanai attractions include the nearby ski fields and the Daisuke Matsuzaka Museum.

Hyogo Prefecture

Himeji is a city in Hyogo Prefecture, at the western edge of the Kansai region. Himeji is most famous for its World Heritage Listed Himeji Castle, which is the best example of intact Japanese Castle.

Hyogo-ku is one of 9 wards of Kobe in Japan.

Kobe is a city located in Kansai, close to Osaka and Kyoto. Kobe is a cosmopolitan port city with an international flavour, hemmed in by Mt. Rokko. Kobe is known worldwide for its exquisitely marbled premium Kobe beef. Kobe attractions include Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge (world's longest suspension bridge), Kobe Harborland, Kobe Port Tower and Kobe Maritime Museum.

Ibaraki Prefecture

Mito is located about 100km northeast of Tokyo in Ibaraki Prefecture. This close proximity to Tokyo, has made location Mito a satellite city of Tokyo, with many people living in Mito and working in Tokyo. Mito is famous for three things: Kairakuen, one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, Mito Komon, a famous ruler in 17th century, and Natto, fermented beans.

Ishikawa Prefecture

Kaga is a city in the most southern part of Ishikawa Prefecture in the Chubu region. Kaga is a historic city which still features many great attractions including Yamashiro Hot Spring with 1300 years of history, Kutani Kiln Museum, Dainichizakari Brewery Museum, Nakaya Ukichiro Museum of Snow and Ice, Kitamae-bune no Sato Museum, Zorokuen Garden and Kutaniyaki Art Museum. In addition there is the beautiful Katayamazu Hot Spring with its views of Lake Shibayamagata.

Kanazawa is a very attractive city with its famous Kenrokuen Garden (one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan), Kanazawa Castle, nostalgic Geisha town (second only to Kyoto), many museums and its food culture. Kanazawa, the capital of Ishikawa Prefecture, is located along the western coast of Honshu on the Sea of Japan.

Komatsu is the second largest city in Ishikawa Prefecture in the Chubu region. The name Komatsu has been made famous around the world as it is the brand of earth moving equipment, which is based in Komatsu city. The Komatsu company built a park on the site of its old factory, which includes a recreation of the original head office building and a model of the world's largest class of dump truck. The main airport for Ishikawa Prefecture, Komatsu Airport, is located on the edge of the city. Komatsu attractions include Nata -dera Temple which was established in 717AD, Motorcar Museum of Japan which is the largest car museum in Japan and has over 500 vehicles, and Rojo Koen, a beautiful traditional Japanese garden.

Iwate Prefecture

Hiraizumi is a town in Iwate Prefecture of Tohoku region, which is famous for the three temples which form the World Heritage Site known as the "Historic Monuments and Sites of Hiraizumi". The three temples include Chusonji Temple, Kanjizaio-in Temple and Motsuji Temple. Hiraizumi was the base for Hiraizumi Fujiwaras and thus has several historic sites, which also include the ruins of Muryoko-in Temple and Takkoku no Iwaya Bishamon Hall.

Morioka is the capital city of Iwate Prefecture which is located in the Tohoku Region. Morioka is famous for its brewing industry, Nambu Senbei (rice cracker) and noodles. Until 803 the area around Morioka was controlled by the Emishi people who were an indigenous group of people who lived in the area for thousands of years. In 803 Sakanoue no Tamuramaro built Shiwa Castle.

Kagawa Prefecture

Kotohira is a city located in Kagawa Prefecture on the island of Shikoku. Kotohira is the site of the famous Konpira Shrine, also known as Kotohira-gu, which is a Shinto Shrine located half way up Mt Zozu. Konpira Shrine is famous for the large number of steps on the way up to the shrine: 785 to the outer shrine and a total of 1,368 to the inner shrine. Kotohira attractions also include Japan's oldest Kabuki playhouse, Kanamaru-zu.

Naoshima is a small town located on Naoshima Island which is located in the Seto Inland Sea. Naoshima is part of Kagawa Prefecture. Naoshima is famous for it many art galleries and museums including the Chichu Art Museum which features works by Claude Monet. Other include the Benesse House and the Naoshima Fukutake Art Museum.

Takamatsu is a port city located on the north eastern end of Shikoku Island on the Seto Inland Sea. Takamatsu is the closest port to Honshu. The main attractions in Takamatsu are Ritsurin Garden; a historic and beautiful Japanese garden which is designated as a "Special Place of Scenic Beauty" and Takamatsu Castle.

Kagoshima Prefecture

Kagoshima, located on the south western tip of Kyushu, is frequently referred to as the "Naples of Japan", as it features a semi tropical climate, a bay side location and is dominated by a massive volcano, Sakurajima. Kagoshima City is the capital of Kagoshima Prefecture. Kagoshima attractions include the ruins of Kagoshima Castle, also known as Tsurumarujo Castle, Kagoshima Aquarium, Museum of Meiji Restoration, Senganen Japanese garden and Siroyama Observatory.

Kirishima is the second largest city in Kagoshima Prefecture and is located in the north eastern part of the prefecture. Kirishima is surrounded by the Kirishima Volcanic Chain which includes Mt Sakurajima, Yakushima Islands and ten crater lakes. Kirishima is located at the entrance to Kirishima-Yaku National Park. Kirishima attractions include Kirishima Shrine, which is designated Important Cultural Property and the nearby hot springs at Myoban, Yunotani and Shin-yu.

Kanagawa Prefecture

Hakone is located in the Ashigarashimo District, in the western more mountainous part of the Kanagawa Prefecture near Mt Fuji and is a popular day trip destination from Tokyo. Hakone is more a region than focused town and covers a fairly large area. Hakone is very popular and many people come to Hakone to relax, for treatment at the health resorts, or to enjoy the parks and mountains. The volcanically active Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, centered around Ashi, is a popular tourist attraction well known for its Onsen hot springs and its views of Mt Fuji. There are also famous museums and art galleries.

Hakone-en is a tourist area at the foot Mt Komagatake in the Hakone region. Hakone-en is on the edge of Lake Ashi. Hakone-en features Hakone-en Aquarium and the terminus for the Hakone Komagatake Ropeway.

Hakone-Yumoto is the gateway as well as the main town of Hakone area, where you can find many souvenir shops and cafes. You change the train here to enjoy the further trip in Hakone.

Kamakura is famous for its many beautiful temples and shrines including the statue of the Great Buddha. Kamakura is a very popular tourist destination for both Japanese and foreigners as it located 50 km south-west of Tokyo.

Kawasaki City is located between Tokyo and Yokohama, so is part of the great urban area of Tokyo. The main attractions in Kawasaki are: Kawasaki Daishi (the second most popular Buddhist temple in the Kanto region), Nihon Minka-en (an open area museum featuring 20 traditional Japanese farm houses) and Koreatown.

Motohakone is a town in the Hakone region, located next to Lake Ashi.

Odawara is a city located in western Kanagawa Prefecture, on the island of Honshu, Japan. Odawara attractions include Odawara Castle and the clear coastal waters which are popular with scuba divers.

Togendai is the site of a port on Lake Ashi and a station for the Hakone Ropeway.

Yokohama is located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay directly south of Tokyo in the Kanto region. Yokohama is effectively part of greater Tokyo area. Yokohama attractions include Yokohama Landmark Tower (Japan's tallest skyscraper), Yokohama Marine Tower , Yokohama Port Museum and Shin-Yokohama Raumen Museum.

Yugawara is a quiet haven nestled peacefully between the natural beauties of the Izu - Hakone Mountains and Sagami Bay. Located in the most south - westerly corner of Kanagawa Prefecture, this historic spa town reflects the traditions and tranquillity of a by - gone era. With its quiet, narrow streets, picturesque houses, and hospitable inns, Yugawara invites the visitor to come and relax a while, and enjoy the many pleasures that make Yugawara a hidden treasure to be discovered.

Kochi Prefecture

Kochi City is the capital of Kochi Prefecture on the island of Shikoku. Kochi is located at the head of Urado Bay on an alluvial plain. The major attraction of Kochi is Kochi Castle which is the only Japanese Castle which retains both an original keep and palace.

Kumamoto Prefecture

Kumamoto is the capital city of Kumamoto Prefecture on Kyushu island of Japan. The city's most famous landmark is Kumamoto Castle, a large, and in its day, an extremely well fortified Japanese Castle and Suizenji Park, a formal garden neighbouring the Suizenji Temple.

Kyoto Prefecture

Amanohashidate, the town is located next to Amanohashidate (Bridge to Heaven) Scenic Area, one of the Three Views of Japan. Amanohashidate is located near the Sea of Japan in Kyoto Prefecture.

Fushimi is one of the eleven wards of Kyoto city. Fushimi is located to the south of central Kyoto city and was originally a town in its own right focused around Fushimi Castle. The most famous attraction in Fushimi is Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine with its thousands of torii.

Higashiyama is one of the eleven wards that make up Kyoto city. Higashiyama is located between the Kamo River and the Higashiyama mountain range. Higashiyama includes the Geisha district of Gion and the World Heritage Site Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Higashiyama attractions include Yasaka Shrine, Tofukuji Temple and Kenninji Temple.

Kamigyo is one of the eleven wards of Kyoto city and includes the northern part of what today is central Kyoto city. Kamigyo includes the Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho) and Kitano Tenman-gu Shrine.

Kita is one of the eleven wards of Kyoto city. Kita literially means "North Ward", and is located to the north of central Kyoto city. Kita attractions include the World Heritage Sites of Kinkakuji - Golden Pavilion and Kamigamo Shrine. Kita also includes the Daitokuji Temple complex which features 22 sub-temples.

Kyoto, a former capital of Japan, located in the Kansai region, it is famous for its history and culture. Kyoto features 17 World Heritage Sites, 1,600 temples, 400 shrines, many beautiful Japanese gardens and is one of few places where you can still see Geisha walking between traditional tea houses. Some of the top Kyoto attractions include Kinkakuji - Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho) and Heian Jingu Shine.

Minami is one of the eleven wards of Kyoto city. Minami literially means "South Ward" and includes mainly residential and industrial areas south of Kyoto Station. The main attraction in Minami Ward is Toji Temple.

Mizayu is located on the Sea of Japan coastline in Kyoto Prefecture in the Kansai region, however it is quite some distance from Kyoto City. Mizayu attractions include the famous is Amanohashidate (the bridge to heaven), which is considered to be one of Japan's Three Most Beautiful Sights. Amanohashidate is a naturally formed land bridge in Miyazu Bay which is covered by 7,000 pine trees.

Nakagyo is one of the eleven wards of Kyoto city and includes part of what today is central Kyoto city. Nakagyo literially means "central capital" as the ward includes Nijo Castle which was the center of government in the past.

Nishikyo is one of the eleven wards of Kyoto city. Nishikyo literially means "West Capital" as it is located on the western edge of Kyoto city. Nishikyo attractions include the World Heritage Site of Saihoji Temple. Other attractions in Nishikyo include Katsura Imperial Villa and Matsunoo-taisha Shrine .

Sakyo is one of the eleven wards of Kyoto city. Sakyo is located in the most north eastern part of Kyoto city. Sakyo attractions include Ginkaku-ji - Silver Pavilion, Nanzenji Temple, Kamigamo Shrine, Heian Jingu, Shugakuin Imperial Villa, Manshuin Temple and Kyoto Botanical Gardens.

Shimogyo is one of the eleven wards of Kyoto city and includes the busy central area of the city around Kyoto Station. Shimogyo extends as far north as Shinjo Street.

Uji is a city on the southern outskirts of the city of Kyoto. Uji is famous for it tea making and for several World Heritage Site including Byodoin Temple. Uji is focused around the Uji River.

Ukyo is one of the eleven wards of Kyoto city. Ukyo extends from just west of central Kyoto city and expands as it sweeps around to the north of central Kyoto city. Ukyo includes Arashiyama. Ukyo attractions include the World Heritage Sites of Ryoanji Temple (famous zen garden), Tenryuji Temple (most important Zen Temple in Kyoto) and Ninnaji Temple (features a five story pagoda).

Yamashina is one of the eleven wards of Kyoto city. Yamashina is located to the south east of central Kyoto city. Yamashina attractions include the tomb of Emperor Tenji.

Mie Prefecture

Ise is city located on the coast of Ise Bay Mie Prefecture, situated south of Nagoya. Ise is the site of the famous Ise Grand Shrine, which is considered to be Shinto's most important sites. The Ise Grand Shrine complex includes 123 shrines focused around two primary shrines; Naiku (The Inner Shrine Kotai Jingu) and Geku (The Outer Shrine or Toyouke Daijingu). Naiku is located south of central Ise City in Uji-tachi and is dedicated to the worship of the Sun Goddess, Amaterasu-omikami. Geku is located 6km from Naiku and is dedicated to the worship of deity of agriculture and industry, Toyouke no omikami.

Tsu is the capital of Mie Prefecture in the Kansai region, but is actually close to Nagoya. Tsu is located on coastline of Ise Bay. Tsu attractions include Mitake is a small village which is famous for its cherry blossom and Tsu Castle. Tsu is only 40km from Ise Shrine complex, which is considered to be Shinto's most important sites.

Miyagi Prefecture

Matsushima is famous for featuring what is considered to be one of the Three Most Scenic Views of Japan. Matsushima is a coastal area which looks out onto Matsushima Bay which is filled with 260 islands covered with pine trees. Matsushima, located in Miyagi Prefecture Tohoku (northeast) region of Japan, is only 30 minutes by train from Sendai .

Sendai is the capital city of Miyagi Prefecture, and the largest city in the Tohoku (northeast) region of Japan. The Sendai is well known by its nickname, the City of Trees.

Miyazaki Prefecture

Miyazaki is a coastal resort city, located in Miyazaki Prefecture on the island of Kyushu. Miyazaki is the capital of Miyazaki Prefecture. Miyazaki attractions include Miyazaki Jingu Shrine, Heiwadai Tower (Hakko ichiu monument), Aoshima Subtropical Botanical Garden, golf courses, Miyazaki Sea Gaia (resort) and several popular surfing beaches including Kizakihama, Aoshima, and Shirahama.

Nagano Prefecture

Hakuba is one of the best ski resorts in Japan. Hakuba features 14 ski areas joining together to form six large ski resorts. Hakuba is ideal for skiing and snowboarding. Hakuba is located in Nagano Prefecture.

Karuizawa is a well known mountain resort town located in Nagano Prefecture in the foothills of the Japanese Alps. Karuizawa is famous for bird watching and hiking.

Matsumoto is in Nagano Prefecture at the eastern end of the Japan Alps. Matsumoto is surrounded by mountains and is acclaimed for its beautiful views, hiking and climbing in the mountains. Matsumoto attractions include Matsumoto Castle, which is one of the four best preserve Japanese Castle.

Nagano is the capital city of Nagano Prefecture, situated near the junction of the Chikuma River and the Sai River on the island of Honshu, in the Chubu region. Nagano was the host city to the 1998 Winter Olympics and thus is clearly related to winter tourism activities. The Olympics also brought with them new infrastructure including a Shinkansen link to Tokyo. Nagano attractions include Zenkoji Temple and the nearby Snow Monkeys.

Nagasaki Prefecture

Nagasaki is the largest city and capital of the island of Kyushu. Nagasaki is famous for having an atomic bomb dropped on it, but it also has long and diverse history, much of which survived the bombing.

Nara Prefecture

Asuka, located near Nara was one of the Imperial capitals of Japan during the Asuka period (538 A.D. - 710 A.D.).

Fujiwara-kyo was the Imperial capital of Japan for sixteen years between 694 and 710. Fujiwara-kyo is located near Nara.

Heijo-kyo, located near Nara, was the capital city of Japan during most of the time (710-740 and 745-784) of Nara period (710-794).

Kashihara is a city located in Nara, Japan. Kashihara is the second largest city in the prefecture.

Nara is located in Kansai region on the main island of Honshu. Nara, the capital of Nara Prefecture, is a former capital of Japan and features many great monuments from that period with ten World Heritage Sites from two listing including Horyuji Temple (containing the world's oldest wooden structure), Todaiji Temple (world's largest wooden structure) and Heijo Palace. There are more World Heritage Sites in the surrounding Nara Prefecture.

Sakurai is a city located in Nara, Japan.

Tenri is a city located in Nara, Japan.

Yamatotakada is a city located in Nara, Japan.

Yoshino, located in Nara Precture, is famous for the best cherry blossom in Japan. Mount Yoshino features around 30,000 cherry blossom trees. Yoshino is also the location of four World Heritage Sites.

Niigata Prefecture

Niigata is the capital city of Niigata Prefecture in the Chubu region of Japan. Niigata became a free port following the Meiji Restoration, and today is the largest city along the Sea of Japan coast.

Oita Prefecture

Beppu is a city on the island of Kyushu which is famous for its traditional Japanese bath houses, onsen built around natural hot springs.

Oita is the capital city of Oita Prefecture on the Kyushu island of Japan. Oita is famous for their puffer fish (fugu). Outside Oita city, nearby scenery includes seaside fishing villages, Takasaki-yama mountain inhabited by monkeys, towns renowned for onsen (geothermal hot springs), and mountain plateaus. This area also includes the nearby town of Beppu which is considered Japan's capital of Onsen.

Yufuin is a town located near the center of Oita Prefecture, on the island of Kyushu. Yufuin is a famous Onsen (spa) town, which also features many art museums, galleries, restaurants and coffee shops.

Okayama Prefecture

Kurashiki is a historic city which has some well preserved merchant areas. Kurashiki is located close to Okayama.

Okayama is the capital city of Okayama Prefecture Chugoku, on the southern coast of Honshu. Okayama is famous for having one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, Korakuen Garden, the beautiful black Okayama Castle, and historical town Kurashiki.

Okinawa Prefecture

Naha is a coastal city located on the southern part of Okinawa Island facing the East China Sea. Naha is the largest city and capital of Okinawa Prefecture. Naha features banks, many shopping malls, a long shopping strip, restaurants, bars and tourist gift shops. Naha also features Shuri Castle, a World Heritage Site, which is a reconstruction of the most important Okinawan Castle and the former Ryukyu Dynasty palace.

Osaka Prefecture

Chuo literally means the center, in this case, the center of Osaka and historically this meant Osaka Castle as the focus of the city. Chuo attractions also include Osaka Prefecture Government Office and Osaka Museum of History.

Ikeda is one of the popular suburbs in Osaka. Ikeda has many things to offer from its beautiful Satsukiyama (Mt Satsuki), many significant temples and shrines in plus the birthplace of instant noodle.

Izumi is a city located in Osaka, Japan.

Izumiotsu is a city located in Osaka, Japan.

Izumisano is a city located in Osaka, Japan. Izumisano is home to the offshore Kansai International Airport, and to the 256m/840ft Rinku Gate Tower Building, the second tallest building in Japan.

Kadoma is a city located in Osaka Prefecture, Japan.

Kaizuka (Kaidzuka) is a city located in Osaka, Japan on Osaka Bay, southwest of the prefectural capital of Osaka.

Kashiwara is a city located in Osaka, Japan.

Kawachinagano is a city located in Osaka, Japan.

Kishiwada is a city located in the South of Osaka Prefecture, Japan. Kishiwada is famous for its Kishiwada Castle.

Kumatori is a town located in Sen'nan District, Osaka, Japan.

Matsubara is a city located in Osaka, Japan.

Mino is a popular day trip destination from Osaka. Mino is 15Km north of central Osaka. It features museums, temples and park lands.

Osaka is located in Kansai region on the main island of Honshu. Osaka is Japan's second largest city and is a major industrial, port and economic centre. Osaka attractions include Osaka Castle and Umeda Sky Building. Osaka, being close to Kansai Airport, is a good location to base yourself to visit near by Kyoto, Kobe and Nara

Sakai is a city located in Osaka Prefecture, Japan. Sakai has been one of the largest and most important seaports of Japan since the Medieval era. Sakai is known for its keyhole-shaped burial mounds, or kofun, which date from the 5th century. The largest of these, Daisen Kofun, is believed to be the grave of the Emperor Nintoku and is the largest grave in the world by volume.

Sennan is a city located in Osaka, Japan.

Tadaoka is a town located in Senboku District, Osaka, Japan.

Taisho is one of 24 wards of Osaka, Japan.

Takaishi is a city located in Osaka, Japan.

Tondabayashi is a city located in Osaka, Japan.

Yao is a city located in Osaka, Japan.

Saga Prefecture

Saga is the capital of Saga Prefecture on the island of Kyushu. Saga attractions include Saga Castle and Kakurintei Tea House in Kono Koen (Park). In Autumn there is the Saga International Balloon Fiesta which attracts hot air balloonists from all over the world.

Tosu is a city located in eastern part of Saga Prefecture on the island of Kyushu. Tosu is a major transport hub point where the Nagasaki Main Line and the Kagoshima Main Line connect, along with the junction of the Kyushu Expressway, Nagasaki Expressway and the Oita Expressway. Tosu attractions include the Katsuo Castle ruins and the Mount Asahi Castle ruins.

Saitama Prefecture

Saitama city is located only 30km north west of central Tokyo, but while being located in Saitama Prefecture and being the capital of the prefecture, Saitama city is effectively part of the greater urban area of Tokyo with many residents commuting to central Tokyo each day. Saitama attractions include Omiya Park which is famous for its cherry blossom and the Railway Museum.

Shiga Prefecture

Hikone is a historically significant castle city located to the North West of Kyoto, but in Shiga Prefecture. Hikone is located on the edge of Lake Biwa, the largest lake in Japan. Much of the history of Hikone revolves around Kyoto, particularly when it was the capital of Japan. Hikone attractions include Hikone Castle (one of the four best preserved Japanese Castle) and Lake Biwa.

Nagahama is a charming castle town, located next to Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture and close to Kyoto. Shiga features many historical attractions including the reconstructed Nagahama Castle, the former Nagahama Station which is the oldest train station in Japan and the famous Keiunkan Guest House. Nagahama also features Ho Koen which is considered one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots.

Otsu is the capital of Shiga Prefecture and is located on next to Lake Biwa and close to Kyoto. Otsu was the capital of Japan (667AD) before it was largely destroyed in the Jinshin War and the capital was moved to Kyoto (794AD).

Shimane Prefecture

Matsue is located between Lake Shinji and Lake Nakaumi along the Ohashi River which connects the two lakes, near the Sea of Japan in Shimane Prefecture Chugoku Region. Matsue, the capital of Shimane Prefecture, is sometimes called the water city because it features many canals. Matsue attractions include Matsue Castle and the nearby Izumo Taisha Shrine which is one of the oldest in Japan and is the second most important Shinto Shrine in Japan. Matsue is considered to one of the top three areas in Japan for Tea Ceremony.

Shizuoka Prefecture

Atami, located on the coast line in Shizuoka Prefecture and is only 100Km from Tokyo and not far from Hakone. Atami is a beach and Onsen resort town which also features the reconstructed Atami Castle.

Hamamatsu is a city located in western Shizuoka Prefecture, Chubu. Hamamatsu is an important industrial hub, the city is home to many companies, including Honda Motor Company, Kawai Pianos, Yamaha, Sony, Suzuki Motor Company and Hamamatsu Photonics as well as a large air base for Japan's defence force. Hamamatsu attractions include Hamamatsu Castle, Act City Tower Observatory, Hamamatsu Flower Park and Hamamatsu Fruit Park.

Ito is a coastal city located along the Pacific Ocean coastline on the Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture in the Chubu region. Ito faces Sagami Bay and part of the city is actually located within the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. Ito is famous for its onsen and its close proximity to Tokyo make it a very popular destination. At the beginning of the 17th century, Ito became the site of the first shipyards in Japan involved in the construction on large ships.

Izu Kogen is an onsen town located near the coast in the eastern part of Ito city on the Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture.

Izu Nagaoka is an onsen resort town located on the Izu Peninsula, located south of Tokyo in Shizuoka Prefecture in the Chubu region. Izu Nagaoka attractions are the popular onsen spread around the town.

Shimoda is a port city located along the Pacific Ocean coastline on the Izu Peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture in the Chubu region. Shimoda is famous for its onsen and beaches. Shimoda features three main beaches; Tadadohama, Ohama and Iritahama, the later has been voted Japanese most beautiful beach many time.

Shizuoka is the capital of Shizuoka Prefecture Chubu. Shizuoka city features views of nearby Mt Fuji, but has several other attractions including the reconstructed Sunpu Castle and several shrines.

Tochigi Prefecture

Nikko is famous for its temples and shrines including three which are World Heritage Sites. The township of Nikko is surrounded by beautiful forrest. Located nearby is Nikko National Park with its famous waterfalls.

Utsunomiya is the capital city of Tochigi Prefecture and while not officially considered to be part of the greater urban area of Tokyo, it effectively is. Utsunomiya is located 100km north of Tokyo and 25km south east of the historic town of Nikko. Utsunomiya attractions include Utsunomiya Castle, Ohya Keikan-koen (Park), Magaibutsu (the oldest carving of Buddha in Japan), Ohya-ishi Quarry Ruins and many Buddhist temples. Utsunomiya is also famous for its roughly 200 gyoza (Chinese dumplings) specialty shops.

Tokushima Prefecture

Naruto is a city on the coastline of Tokushima Prefecture on the island of Shikoku. Naruto City is the landing point of Naruto Bridge which joins Awaji Island to Shikoku Island. Naruto is famous for the Naruto Whirlpools, which are large whirlpools in the Naruto Straits caused by large tidal flows. Naruto also features Ryozen-ji and Gokuraku-ji temples which are the first and second temples on the 88 temples of the Shikoku Pilgrimage.

Tokushima is the capital of Tokushima Prefecture, located on the eastern side of Shikoku Island. Tokushima is famous for its Awa-odori Dance Festival, which is held every year from 12th to 15th of August, and features shamisens (traditional Japanese guitar), drums and gongs playing music to go with the tradtional dance. Tokushima is a former castle town. Today Tokushima Castle Museum is located on the site of the former Tokushima Castle, along with the beautiful Omotegoten Garden.

Tokyo Prefecture

Adachi is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo. Adachi is located to the north of central Tokyo. Adachi attractions include Nishiarai Daishi Temple, Toneri Park, Higashi Ayase Park, Urban Agricultural Park and the Tokyo Budokan.

Arakawa is one the 23 special wards of Tokyo and is located to the north of central Tokyo. Although Arakawa derives its name from the Arakawa River, the river actually doesn't run through or next to the ward. The neighborhoods of Arakawa include Machiya, Arakawa, Nishi Ogu, Nishi Nippori, Higashi Ogu, Higashi Nippori and Minami Senju.

Bunkyo is one of the 23 Special Wards of inner Tokyo. Bunkyo includes the University of Tokyo, Chuo University, Toyo University, Nippon Medical School, Tokyo Dome, Yushine shrine, Gokokuji Temple, Kodokan Judo Institute, Koishikawa Korankuen and Koishikawa Botanical Garden.

Chiyoda is the central ward of Tokyo which is famous for the Tokyo Imperial Palace, Tokyo Station and National Diet Building.

Chuo literally means center (of Tokyo) and historically this was the case. Chuo includes Nihonbashi - the traditional commercial center housing the Tokyo Stock Exchange and Bank of Japan and Ginza home to the Mitsukoshi and Takashimaya department stores, and the "zero milestone" from which highway distances to Tokyo are measured. Chuo also includes the Tsukiji Fish Market.

Edogawa is the most easterly of the special 23 wards of Tokyo. Edogawa is mainly a residential area. Edogawa attractions include Edogawa Boat Race Course, Edogawa Stadium and Kasai Rinkai Park which is particularly popular in cherry blossom season, but also features the Tokyo Sea Life Park.

Itabashi is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo and is located to the north west of central Tokyo. Itabashi name is derived from the "plank bridge" which used to cross the Shakujii River as far back as the Heian Period. Itabashi attractions include Akatsuka Botanical Garden, Itabashi Botanical Garden, Jorenji temple and the Daibutsu of Tokyo.

Katsushika is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo and is located to the north north east of central Tokyo. Katsushika attractions include Mizumoto Park, which is the largest park in Tokyo and a popular place to view cherry blossom, and Shibamata Taikyakuten Temple. The main administrative area in Katsushika is Tateishi.

Kita is one of Tokyo's special wards located in north Tokyo. Kita includes Asukayama Park which is one of main cherry blossom viewing spots in Tokyo.

Koto is located to the east of central Tokyo and is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo. Koto includes the districts of Ariake, Aomi, Kameido, Kiba, Kiyosumi, Shirakawa, and Toyosu. Ariake and Aomi districts make up part of the artifical island in Tokyo Bay commonly known as Odaiba. Koto attractions include Daikanransha Ferris Wheel, Palette Town, Tokyo Big Sight and Ariake Colosseum.

Meguro is one of Tokyo's central wards located southwest of the Tokyo metropolitan centre. Meguro is a largely residential district, named after the Meguro River, which features beautiful cherry blossom trees along its banks.

Minato is one of the 23 Special Wards of inner Tokyo. Minato includes: Asakusa one of Tokyo's central business districts, full of corporate headquarters and exclusive hotels, Daiba which forms part of Odaiba, a large artificial island packed with futuristic buildings that has become one of Tokyo's most happening shopping and entertainment districts, Roppongi - Famous for its nightlife where thousands of foreigners are visible. Almost all restaurants and clubs cater to the English-speaking crowd. The famous Tokyo Tower.

Nakano is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo which is located to the north west of central Tokyo, just to the east of Shinjuku. Nakano attractions include Nakano Sun Plaza, Arai Yakushi Shingon Temple and Nakano Broadway which is famous for its manga and anime shops.

Nerima is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo which is located to the north west of central Tokyo. Nerima is the birth place of anime in Japan, and today several anime production studios still remain in the ward including Toei Animation, Studio Gallop, Mushi Production and AIC. Astro Boy was produced in Nerima. Nerima attractions include the Toshimaen amusement park, Ward Art Museum, Iwasaki Chihiro illustrated book museum, Hikarigaoka Park and Shakujii Park.

Oji Inari Shrine is a Shinto Shrine dedicated to the deity Inari, who is the patron of fertility, rice, agriculture and foxes. The Oji District in Kita Ward Tokyo, had been a major rice growing area for more than a thousand years. Oji Inari Shrine, which features a beautiful painted ceiling, dates back to Heian Period. The beautiful wooden shrine has a hand painted ceiling. The garden of Oji Inari Shrine once featured three waterfalls which are part of the famous Seven Falls of Oji as depicted by Hiroshige, however only a tiny artificial waterfall serves as a reminder.

Ota is one of the 23 Special Wards of Tokyo, which is located to the south of central Tokyo and has a significant exposure to Tokyo Bay. Ota is dominated by Haneda Airport, but other attractions in Ota include Ikegami Honmon-ji Temple, Omori Shell Mound site and Senzoku Pond.

Setagaya is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo which is located to the west of central Tokyo. Setagaya is divided into five districts: Setagaya, Kitazawa, Tamagawa, Kinuta and Karasuyama. Setagaya attractions include Kinuta Park which famous for its cherry blossom, Setagaya Castle ruins, Zenyomitsu-ji Temple, Setagaya Art Museum and Seikado Bunko Art Museum.

Shibuya is a central ward of Tokyo famous for its fashionable shopping district, with department stores and shopping malls filled with boutiques. Shibuya also includes Harajuku with its shopping area and Tokyo's most popular shine, Meiji Jingu Shrine.

Shinagawa is one of the 23 Special Wards of inner Tokyo and is located to the south of the center of Tokyo with some of the ward on the coast of line of Tokyo Bay. Shinagawa includes Shinagawa Aquarium. Shinagawa Station is located just to the north of Shinagawa Ward in the Minato Ward.

Shinjuku is one of the key parts of central Tokyo which features Tokyo's main sky scrapper area, significant shopping and entertainment areas, plus the world's busiest train station.

Suginami is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo which is located to the north west of central Tokyo. Suginami features many anime studios including Bones, Sunrise, Satelight and many more small studios. Suginami attractions include Suginami Kokaido, which is the base for the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra and includes a concert hall and Suginami Animation Museum.

Sumida is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo. Sumida is located to the north east of central Tokyo. Sumida attractions include TOKYO SKYTREE, Ryogoku Kokugikan, Edo Tokyo Museum, Asahi Breweries Headquarters and Sumida Park.

Taito is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo and is located to the north east of central Tokyo. Taito includes the districts of Ueno and Asakusa. Taito attractions include Sensoji Temple, Asakusa Shrine, Bentendo Hall Temple, Kaneiji Temple, Kiyomizu Kannon-do Temple and Toshogu Shrine. Taito also features a large number of museums and art galleries including Tokyo National Museum, National Museum of Nature and Science, National Museum of Western Art, Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum and Tokyo Metropolitan Festival Hall.

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Toshima is one of the 23 special wards of Tokyo and one of the eight central wards. Toshima is located to the north east of central Tokyo and includes the business and entertainment district of Ikebukuro which features the second busiest train station in Tokyo, Ikebukuro Station, several department stores including Seibu, Tobu, Marui and Don Quijote, the Sunshine 60 Building which was the tallest building in Tokyo and the Toyota Amlux Showroom.

Tottori Prefecture

Tottori is the capital city of Tottori Prefecture in the Chugoku region on Honshu island. Tottori is a coastal city famous for the massive beach party, San In Beach Party, which is held at the beginning of each summer. Tottori is famous for its sand dunes and castle ruins, but Tottori is very beach focused with hang gliding, paragliding, camel rides and sandboarding.

Toyama Prefecture

Gokayama is a group of small villages, located along the Shokawa River in Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture and surrounded by mountains. This isolated location has lead to the survival of whole villages featuring traditional Japanese houses with their steeply pitched thatched roofs, which along with those at Shirakawa-go, are the only examples which are in situ and have mantained continuous occupation. Many of these houses are over 300 years old. Gokayama is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and forms part of the "Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama" listing.

Toyama is the capital city of Toyama Prefecture is located in the Chubu region on Honshu island, Japan. Toyama is famous for its Toyama Castle, Museum of Modern Art and the Botanica Gardens of Toyama.

Wakayama Prefecture

Wakayama is city located to the south of Osaka on the Kii Peninsula in the Kansai region. Wakayama is both the largest city and capital city of Wakayama Prefecture with a population of just under 400,000. The centre of Wakayama city is dominated by Wakayama Castle which is located on Mt Torafusu. Wakayama attractions include onsen, Nachi waterfall and Konpon Daido (Mount Koya). Wakayama is famous for its umeboshi and mikan.

Yamagata Prefecture

Yamagata is the capital of Yamagata Prefecture and is located in the mountains Tohoku. Yamagata features beautiful mountains and wide rice fields scenery, famous Risshakuji Temple, world class skiing at Zao and many Onsen (hot springs). Yamagata is a home of Yonezawa Beef (one of the best Wagyu), Japanese cherry, pears and various Sansai (highly nutritious mountain vegetables).

Yamaguchi Prefecture

Shimonoseki is a city located at the very south western tip of Yamaguchi Prefecture Chugoku region on Honshu island and just seperated from Kitakyushu on the island of Kyushu by the narrow Kanmon Straits. Shimonoseki is sometimes referred to as the "Fugu Capital" as the city area is the largest producer of puffer fish in Japan. Shimonoseki attractions include Kaikyo Yume Tower, Akama Shrine, Kameyama Hachimangu Shrine and Kinzan Kozanji Temple (National Treasure).

Yamaguchi is located in the center of Yamaguchi Prefecture Chugoku region on Honshu island. Yamaguchi City is the capital of Yamaguchi Prefecture. Yamaguchi attractions include Ruriko-ji Temple which features a five story pagoda and Catholic cathedral.

Yamanashi Prefecture

Fujiyoshida, the largest city close to Mt Fuji. Fujiyoshida is the gateway for many people on their way to Mt Fuji from Tokyo.

Kawaguchiko (also known as Fujikawaguchiko) is the township on the edge of Kawaguchiko (lake). Kawaguchiko is a very popular destination for viewing Mt Fuji.

Kofu is the capital of Yamanashi Prefecture and is located close to Mt Fuji. Kofu attractions include Kofu Castle located within Maizuru Castle Park, Kai-Zenko Temple, Takeda Shrine, Yumura Spa and Yamanashi Science Museum.