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An archipelago of contrasts

Get to know each region of Japan in depth.

A diversity of unique customs, culture, traditions, weather, nature and unique food, that are deeply rooted in each region.

Hokkaido

The wild heart of Japan

Hokkaido (北海道) continues to represent the untamed wilderness with many great national parks.

Tohoku

The natural paradise

Tohoku (東北地方), a region of Japan’s Honshu Island, known for its volcanoes, mountainous terrain and skiing.

Kanto

The vast plain

The Kanto (関東地方), a broad plain dominated by and nearly synonymous with the megalopolis of Tokyo and its suburbs.

Chubu

For True Adventure

Chubu (中部地方) region, filled with traditional towns, boasting vibrant, modern cities and stunning alpine scenery.

Kansai

Japan spiritual culture

Kansai (関西地方), famous for the rich cultural heritages from ancient times and is the spiritual heart of Japan.

Chugoku

The Underrated Japan

The less-traveled Chugoku (中国地方) region in the westernmost part of the main Japanese island Honshu.

Shikoku

The Unknown Island

Shikoku (四国), an often-forgotten island in Japan. The smallest of Japan’s Big Four, it lies to the south of Honshu.

Kyushu/Okinawa

Tropical Japan

Kyushu (九州) and Okinawa (沖縄県), the southernmost islands of Japan.

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