Regions

Explore the different regions of Japan, each with its own culture, climate, and attractions. This category helps travelers understand regional differences and plan where to visit.

Understanding Hokkaido: Landscapes, Climate, Culture, and History

Learn about the Hokkaido region, including its climate, natural environment, and unique culture shaped by its northern location.

Understanding Tohoku: Mountains, Snow, Sea, History, and Culture

Discover the profound depth of Tohoku. From the spine of the Ou Mountains and Dewa Sanzan mountain worship to Hiraizumi's Pure Land heritage, vibrant summer festivals, and coastal resilience, explore the cultural soul of northern Japan.

Understanding Kanto: The Great Plain, Megacity, Mountains, Sea, and History

Discover the true depth of Kanto beyond Tokyo's skyline. From the topography of Yamanote and Shitamachi to Edo highways, Kamakura's samurai history, and Gunma's Silk Road to Yokohama Port, explore the interconnected megacity region.

Understanding Chubu: The Japanese Alps, Snow Country, Mount Fuji, the Sea, and History

Discover the geographic and cultural heart of Japan. From the 3,000-meter Japanese Alps and deep snow country to the historic Nakasendo, Mt. Fuji, and the maritime Kitamaebune kelp trade, explore the diverse landscapes of Chubu.

Understanding Kansai, Chugoku, and Shikoku: Ancient Capitals, the Seto Inland Sea, Mountains, and Pilgrimage

Explore the cultural soul of Western Japan. From Kyoto and Nara's ancient capitals to the calm waters of the Seto Inland Sea, Kumano's rebirth, Shikoku's 88-temple pilgrimage, and delicate Kansai dashi cuisine, discover how mountains and sea shaped the region.

Understanding Kyushu: Volcanoes, Hot Springs, the Sea, History, and Culture

Discover the fiery and maritime soul of Kyushu. From the vast caldera and 1,000-year grasslands of Aso to Beppu’s geothermal springs, Arita porcelain, Nagasaki’s foreign trade history, and the ancient forests of Yakushima, explore the land shaped by volcanoes and the sea.