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Summer sees the temperatures climb to sweltering levels and the cicadas making a racket – otherwise this is the time gets outside to celebrate the clear skies.

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Minakami River Rafting

Minakami River Rafting

Riding the rapids through the Gunma mountains on a whitewater rafting tour on the Tone River. First part of a full day of adv...

Central Park Family Pool

Central Park Family Pool

Although only open for a couple of months a year, the outdoor Family Pool, located right downtown, can be a life saver during...

Mt. Fuji: A Day-trip Climb

Mt. Fuji: A Day-trip Climb

Mt Fuji, the majestic, sacred, and highest mountain in Japan, should not be underestimated when planning to hike it with the ...

Hayama Isshiki Beach in June

Hayama Isshiki Beach in June

Isshiki Beach in Hayama is considered to be a cool, adult beach in the Shonan area. The best time to enjoy its cozy ambience ...

Tenryu-ji Temple in Summer

Tenryu-ji Temple in Summer

One of the attractions in Arashiyama is Tenryu-ji Temple and it is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage. In summer, you will see...

Abare Matsuri 2026

Abare Matsuri 2026

Abare Matsuri, or Rampage Festival, is an annual event in the town of Noto, Ishikawa. One of Japan’s most violent and fiery f...

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