Hidden Gems - 秘宝 - Japan

Hidden gems and less known places in Japan.
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a train is coming down the tracks near some trees with pink flowers on them and people standing next to it
Gunma Prefecture
Japan has many minor lines in country areas, the majority of which are single track and carry few passengers. Some of the train lines twist and turn through mountainous scenery while in some of them you might enjoy wonderful nature that surrounds train lines. This kind of trains are the best solution if you want to go for a scenic journey to explore nature!⁣⁣ 📷 kotankotankotan182⁣⁣
pink flowers are blooming on the trees and in the water
Hirosaki Park
Did you know that cherry blossom (Sakura in Japanese) blooming season lasts from late March to mid-April and is considered by many as one of the best times to visit Japan. ⁣⁣ 📷 traveler_sui⁣⁣
the sun is setting behind cherry blossom trees and reflecting in the water at this park
Aichi Prefecture
Did you know that the Aichi Prefecture is a prefecture of Japan located in the Chūbu region of the main island of Honshū. Its capital and largest city is Nagoya, and its other big cities are Toyota, Okazaki, and Ichinomiya. Aichi Prefecture is famous for being the home to the Toyota Motor Corporation.⁣⁣ 📷 criss1016⁣⁣
a person in a small boat on a river with cherry trees lining the bank and people walking along side
Kawagoe
If you are in Ikebukuro during the cherry blossom season, make sure to visit the Shingashi River and the Kawagoe located nearby. It is a perfect place to enjoy sakura.⁣⁣ 📷 japantravelplanet⁣⁣
the steps lead up to an old building in the woods with moss growing on them
Fukui Prefecture
Eiheiji is a large temple complex and active monastery standing on a cedar-covered slope in the mountains just outside Fukui City.⁣⁣📷 kazunobu_camera⁣⁣
the train tracks are lined with pink flowers and trees in full bloom on either side
Keage Incline
Don't you just love it when the sakura season comes and the whole place takes on a whole new look. Warm pink colors of the cherry blossom make the view really appealing.⁣⁣ 📷 puraten10⁣⁣
cherry blossoms are blooming on the trees in front of a water canal at night
Meguro River
One of the best places in all of Tokyo to see the beautiful sakura is the Meguro River Cherry Blossoms Promenade. This several kilometers long promenade is truly a must see place if you come to Tokyo during the cherry blossom season. Make sure to see it at night as well, since the lanterns make the whole scene even more beautiful.⁣⁣ 📷 onotch.x⁣⁣
a large tree sitting on top of a lush green hillside
Shizuoka Prefecture
Japan is truly an amazing country to visit, and in spring, it is somehow even better. One might say that there is no better place to be when spring comes. Don't you agree?⁣⁣ 📷 moto_graphys⁣⁣
two people in a boat on a river with cherry blossom trees lining the banks and walkways
Japan
Do you miss spring? It's one of the best times to visit Japan, you can experience the captivating beauty of Japan in its full.⁣⁣ 📷 hiro_510⁣⁣
two people in a canoe on the water with cherry trees behind them and one person standing up
Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine
The city of Kawagoe, located in the Greater Tokyo area, is known as ""Little Edo"". It got that name beacuse it retains an atmosphere of an old town from the Edo Period. During the spring, it is famous for it beautiful cherry blossoms shown here.⁣⁣ 📷 kj_z8⁣⁣
pink flowers are blooming on the ground near trees
Aomori Prefecture
In Aomori Prefecture, there are many famous spots for cherry blossoms and you can enjoy those from late April to early May.⁣⁣ 📷 youkixxx⁣⁣
two people are walking down the stairs in front of some cherry blossom trees and buildings
Nagano Prefecture
The Kiso Valley is a mountain valley located in Nagano Prefecture, and runs among the mountains of the Central Japanese Alps. There are a lot of interesting places to see here such as the historic towns of Magome, Tsumago and Narai.⁣⁣📷 buchimates⁣⁣
a car driving down a street lined with blossoming trees and flowers on either side of the road
Shibuya
Shibuya is famous for Shibuya Crossing, which is known as one of the bussiest intersections in the world. But, there are a lot of other, less known places, that you'll surely enjoy when you visit Shibuya.⁣⁣ 📷 onotch.x⁣⁣
a woman walking next to a tree with pink flowers on it and a train in the background
Chiba Prefecture
Wouldn't it be perfect to stand beneath these beautiful trees as pink cherry blossoms fall all around you like spring snow.⁣⁣ 📷 chocolate.317⁣⁣
an overhead view of a city street at night with cars and buses on the road
Yokohama
Yokohama Chinatown is called “Yokohama Chukagai” in Japanese and is one of three Chinatowns in Japan. The others are located in Kobe and Nagasaki, but Yokohama Chinatown is the largest and covers an area of 500 square meters with around 620 businesses. ⁣⁣ 📷 ebi_times⁣⁣
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