Best
Summer Spots
in Japan
in Japan
Let's go around Japan in summer well in 5
nights and 6 days!
DAY1
From Kansai International Airport, take the decorative “Hello Kitty Haruka” train to Fukui!
After sightseeing at “Tojinbo” and “Mikuni Minato,” enjoy Fukui with a “yakitori” meal at night!
Stay at the Awara Onsen, where you can rest in a large hot spring and enjoy delicious food!
Hello Kitty HARUKA
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The Hello Kitty designed train is cute with lots of kitty designs inside, making travel from Kansai International Airport to Osaka Station fun!
Tojinbo
Tojinbo is known as the most scenic spot in the Echizen-Kaga Kaigan Quasi-National
Park.
Take a stroll along the promenade (about 2 km) to Oshima, which floats nearby, and enjoy a breathtaking time
in the beauty of nature!
For those who want to see the interestingly shaped rocks even closer, we recommend the Tojinbo Sightseeing
Boat (paid)!
Mikuni Minato
On “Mikuni Minato Kitamae Dori” in Sakai-shi, Fukui Prefecture, there are old
townhouses and buildings such as the Old Kishina Family Home, which are reminiscent of a glorious era.
While strolling around Mikuniminatomachi, which is full of history and taste, let's trace the remnants of
the prosperity of the past and try various delicious foods!
Charcoal/Kushiyaki Bengaraya (Fukui-shi)
Fukui Prefecture holds many records, such as the highest happiness level and the
highest production rate of company presidents, but the consumption of “yakitori” is also the highest in
Japan!
Let's enjoy eating at “Charcoal/Kushiyaki Bengaraya,” one of the prides of Fukui prefecture!
Awara Onsen
Awara Onsen, also known as “Kansai’s Okuzashiki,” is a very popular hot spring town
visited by many bathers! There are 74 hot springs, and you can enjoy different hot spring ingredients and
qualities at each inn!
The inns are full of charm, with beautiful gardens, meals that incorporate local
foods, and elaborate hospitality!
- Hello Kitty Haruka
- Please check the website for details on how to ride.
- Tojinbo
- Address: Mikunicho Anto, Sakai-shi, Fukui
Business Hours: You can walk around freely - Mikuniminato
- Address (Old Kishina Family Home): 4-6-54 Mikunicho Kitahonmachi, Sakai-shi, Fukui
Business hours (Old Kishina Family Home): 9:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. - Charcoal/Kushiyaki Bengaraya (Fukui-shi)
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Address: 3-3-10 chuo, Fukui-shi, Fukui
Regular holiday：Tuesday
＊Restraurant hours may vary. Please contact the restaurant for the hours of operation. - Awara Onsen
- Access: From JR Awaraonsen Station take the Keifuku Bus bound for Tojinbo to “Awara-Yunomachi Station,” or take the Echizen Railway to “Awara-Yunomachi Station”
DAY2
The second day begins from one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, “Kenroku-en!”
After visiting the “Ishiura Shrine” and “Omicho Fish Market,” take a break with some gold leaf soft serve
ice cream at “Higashi Chaya District” ♪
At night, finish with the night view of the “Oyama Shrine!”
Kenroku-en
Kenroku-en, one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan, is full of highlights!
There are many attractions that harmonize with the expressive nature, such as Kotoji Stone Lanterns and the
Hanami Bridge!
Move to the nearby “Gyokusen-an” and relax with matcha tea and seasonal original namagashi sweets♪
Ishiura Shrine
The Ishiura Shrine is a power spot that is beneficial for marriages.
It has many benefits that make women happy, such as praying for fulfillment in romance, safe childbirth,
family safety, and protection from misfortune!
Buy a talisman of the mascot “Kima-chan” wearing an eboshi (headwear worn by nobles in court dress) and a
colorful stamp book and take pictures!
Omicho Fish Market
Oysters, red sea bream, and sweet shrimp are in season at the historic Omicho Fish
Market in Kanazawa's kitchen!
There are about 180 stores, such as butcher shops and fruit and vegetable shops lined up, and there are also
fresh fruits that you can eat on the spot and a popular conveyor belt sushi shop, so you will be stuffed
full of delicious food!
Higashi Chaya District
Photo courtesy of Kanazawa-shi
The Higashi Chaya District has been selected as for Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings, and you can enjoy the calm atmosphere of the castle town of Kanazawa just by walking around. Buy traditional crafts and gold leaf souvenirs here in the Higashiyama area! Don't forget the famous gold leaf soft serve!
Oyama Shrine
Photo courtesy of Kanazawa-shi
The “Shinmon” shrine gate, which uses three architectural styles of Japanese, Chinese,
and Western styles - a rarity in Japan - is famous as a tourist spot!
Designated as an important cultural property of Japan, the shrine is illuminated from after sunset until
10:00 p.m. You’ll be captivated by the fantastic atmosphere that emerges in the lights♪
- Kenroku-en
- Address: 1 Kenrokumachi, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa
Business hours: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from October 16 to the end of February) - Gyokusen-an
- Address: 3-3 Marunouchi, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa
Business hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (reception until 4:00 p.m.)
*No entrance between noon and 1:00 p.m. due to cleaning. - Ishiura Shrine
- Address: 3-1-30 Hondamachi, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa
Business hours (time when amulets can be granted): 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Omicho Fish Market
- Address: 50 Kamiomicho, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa
Business hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (may vary by store) - Higashi Chaya District
- Address: Higashiyama, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa
Business hours: You can walk around freely and it is also a place of living, so please be careful especially at night. - Hakuichi (Higashiyama shop)
- Address: 1-15-4 Higashiyama, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa
Business hours: <Shop> 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. <Cafe> 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Oyama Shrine
- Address: 11-1 Oyamamachi, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa
Business hours (time when amulets can be granted): 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
DAY3
Take the Hokuriku Shinkansen to Shin-Takaoka and go to a spot where you can meet Doraemon!
After experiencing world-class Japanese manufacturing technology in the “Metalmaking Experience,” be
overwhelmed by the beauty of the “National Treasure Zuiryuji!”
“Takaoka-shi” where you can meet Doraemon
© Fujiko-Pro Photo courtesy of Manyosen Co., Ltd
Doraemon is everywhere in Takaoka-shi, the birthplace of Fujiko F. Fujio!
Take a walk around the “Doraemon Mailbox” and the “Doraemon Walking Road” around Takaoka Station, or take
the “Doraemon Tram” to the “Takaoka Fujiko · F · Fujio Hometown Gallery!”
Traditional Culture, Takaoka Casting
Photo courtesy of Nousaku
You can feel the inherited technology and craftsmanship with all your senses! It's fun to take a experience casting where you can make a tin cup using the same techniques as the craftsmen♪ Enjoy a fun-filled day experiencing and learning!
National Treasure Zuiryuji
“National treasure Zuiryuji” is highly regarded for its Zen Buddhist temple architecture from the early Edo period. There is no doubt that you will be overwhelmed by the magnificent and elegant beauty of the buildings and layout! In 1997, the mountain gate, Buddhist temple, and temple lecture hall were designated national treasures. Fully enjoy the splendor!
- Manyosen Takaoka Station
- Address: 6-1 Shimozekimachi, Takaoka-shi, Toyama
- Takaoka Fujiko · F · Fujio Hometown Gallery
- Address: 1-1-3 Nakagawa, Takaoka-shi, Toyama (Takaoka City Museum of Art 2F) Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Admission is until 4:30 p.m.) * Please check the website for closed days.
- Casting experience "Nousaku"
- Address: 8-1 Office Park, Takaoka-shi, Toyama
Business hours: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please check each website for the times of facility tours and casting experiences. - National Treasure Takaokasan Zuiryuji
- Address: 35 Sekihonmachi Takaoka-shi, Toyama
Business hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from December 10 to January 31
DAY4
It is no exaggeration to say that this is the main spot for sightseeing in Japan. Take a leisurely stroll
through “World heritage site, Shirakawa-go!”
After seeing the carp at “Seto River and Shirakabe Dozogai Street” and cooling off, see the impressive
traditional performing arts show of “Dekonaru-za!”
Heal the fatigue of your trip at “Ryokan Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan”♪
World heritage site Shirakawa-go
Take the “World Heritage Bus” of Kaetsunou Bus Co., Ltd. to Shirakawa-go!
Of course, the “World Heritage site Shirakawa-go!”
In addition to strolling around, we also recommend the observatory and gassho-zukuri style temple that is
also a local museum and open-air museum where you can experience old-fashioned life!
This is the original scenery of Japan that will satisfy your mind and body!
Seto River and Shirakabe Dozogai Street
Photo courtesy of Hida Tourism Association
It developed as a castle town, and there are still many old townhouses and grid
divisions. The white-walled warehouses that stretch for about 500 m are worth a visit!
The Seto River, where more than 1,000 colorful carps swim against the backdrop of the white-walled
warehouses and the stone walls of the temple.
Immerse yourself in the calm atmosphere and emotional landscape.
Dekonaru-za
Don't miss the traditional performing arts original show (paid) that combines Japanese
musical instrument performance with Japanese dance by local performers!
Resonate with the traditional performing arts of Hida, Japan!
Ryokan Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan
Photo courtesy of Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan
At the Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan, a hot spring inn in Hida Takayama located in the center of the town where you can fully enjoy the atmosphere, you can rest during your trip with a delicious meal, a large bath, and a relaxing room.
- Shirakawa-go
- Address: Ogimachi, Shirakawamura, Ono-gun, Gifu
- Seto River and Shirakabe Dozogai Street
- Address: 8 Furukawa-chō Tono-machi, Hida-shi, Gifu
Business Hours: You can walk around freely - Dekonaru-za
- Address: 3-38 Honmachi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
Please see the website for details. - Honjin Hiranoya Bekkan
- Address: 1-5 Honmachi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
DAY5
Visit and observe the “Hida Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market” first thing in the morning♪
After that, walk around “Kamisannomachi” and feel the history, then take the limited express train “Wide
View Hida” to Nagoya Station and enjoy shopping!
After leaving your heavy luggage at the hotel, enjoy the last night in Japan to the fullest!
Hida Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market
Photo courtesy of Hida Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market Cooperative
Get up early and head to the “Morning Market” before breakfast♪
Shop for local vegetables and folk crafts along with the sounds of the cheerful Hida dialect coming from the
shops! It's fun just to take a walk around♪
Kamisannomachi (Old Town)
Photo courtesy of Takayama-shi
In the morning, take a leisurely stroll around Kamisannomachi, which has a reputation
for its beautiful townscape.
Water flows along both sides of the straight road, which is lined by townhouses that have been renovated
into restaurants and souvenir shops with no end of things to see!
Imagine the lively sight of the time when it was a castle town...
"Meieki" area
There are many highlights such as the large store of "UNIQLO", "Matsumotokiyoshi" and limited items of "Grand Kiosk Nagoya"! Enjoy yourself at this big city entertainment spot in the "Meieki" area to your heart's content!
JR Central Towers & JR Gate Tower
JR Central Towers & JR Gate Tower
Enjoy yourself at this big city entertainment spot by shopping at the fashionable department store “JR Nagoya Takashimaya” in the commercial complex building “JR Central Towers & JR Gate Tower,” directly connected to “Nagoya Station,” buy home appliances at specialty stores such as “Bic Camera,” and enjoy the night view while eating in the restaurant area!
"Piyorin"
Photo courtesy of JR Tokai Food Service Co., Ltd.
A new specialty of Nagoya that looks "kawaii"! "Piyorin”, well-known chick-shaped sweets made with eggs of Nagoya Cochin chickens, are wonderful in taste and appearance! Let’s take a break and have “Piyorin” at a café inside of a station, if you are tired from shopping.
Oasis 21 and TV Tower
Photo courtesy of Nagoya Convention & Visitors Bureau
After dropping off your luggage in your hotel, stretch your legs a little and go to
Oasis 21♪
A beautiful three-dimensional spot consisting of a massive glass roof with water flowing on its surface, a
large open lawn, and an event plaza! Take a selfie with the illuminations and the recently renovated TV
tower in the background♪
Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel
Photo courtesy of Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel
After a full day, you can relax at the hotel directly connected to Nagoya Station♪
- Hida Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market
- Address: Shimosannomachi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
Business hours: 7:00 a.m. to noon (8:00 a.m. to noon in winter) - Kamisannomachi (Old Town)
- Address: Kamisannomachi, Takayama-shi, Gifu
Hours: You can walk around freely, but it is also a place of living, so please be careful especially at night. - JR Nagoya Station
- Address: 1-1-4 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
- JR Nagoya Takashimaya (department store)
- Address: 1-1-4 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
Business hours: Varies by store
Please check the website for details. - Oasis 21
- Address: 1-11-1 Higashisakura, Higashi-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
Business hours: Varies by facility
Please check the website for details. - Chubu Electric Power MIRAI TOWER
- Address: 3-6-15 Saki, Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
Business hours (observatory): Weekdays and Sundays 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (last admission 8:40 p.m.)
Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 9:40 p.m. (Last admission 9:20 p.m.) - Nagoya JR Gate Tower Hotel
- Address: 1-1-3 Meieki, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi
- BicCamera Nagoya JR GATE TOWER Store
- Address: JR gate tower 9 - 10F
Business hours: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. - UNIQLO Nagoya store
- Address: JR gate tower 11F
Business hours: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Drug Store Matsumotokiyoshi
- Area: Taiko-doriguchi of JR Nagoya Station
Business hours: Weekdays 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday and Holiday 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. - GRAND KIOSK Nagoya
- Area: 1F concourse of JR Nagoya Station
Business hours: 6:15 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. - Cafe Gentiane JR Nagoya Station
- Area: 1F concourse of JR Nagoya Station
Business hours: 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. (L.O. 9:30 p.m.)
DAY6
Goodbye to Japan and the fun filled 6 days!!
Easy travel from Nagoya Station to “Chubu Centrair International Airport” in about 30 minutes♪
From Nagoya Station to “Kansai International Airport,” taking the 50-minute Tokaido Shinkansen to Shin-Osaka
Station is convenient♪
* A separate ticket is required for the Tokaido Shinkansen.
* Changing to a bus or train is required from Shin-Osaka Station to Kansai International Airport.
