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Inagawa Town

Inagawa Town, located in southeastern Hyogo, is a "heart-soothing Satoyama" blessed with rich greenery and clear streams, even though it is right next to the city. There are the ruins of the Tada Silver and Copper Mine, which flourished with silver and copper mining since ancient times, where you can enjoy exploring mine tunnels that evoke historical mystery. In addition, a 360-degree panoramic view spreads from Mt. Ono at an altitude of 753 meters, making it a popular camping site where you can gaze at the starry sky at night. It is a recommended area for travelers who want to...

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Uzu-no-Oka Onaruto Bridge Memorial Hall

This is an entertainment facility located on a hill with a view of the whirlpools and the Onaruto Bridge at the southernmost tip of Awaji Island. Here, unique experiences themed around "onions," a specialty of Awaji Island, are plentiful. The giant onion monument "O-Tamaneghi" is world-famous as a photo spot, and you can also enjoy playful attractions like the onion catcher. The local gourmet "Awaji Island Burger" enjoyed while looking at the superb view and fresh seafood dishes are also excellent. There are also exhibits to learn the science of whirlpools, making it a popular spot full of hospitality where...

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Nada Kuroiwa Suisenkyo

Nada Kuroiwa Suisenkyo, located in the southern part of Awaji Island, is one of Japan's leading scenic spots where about 5 million wild narcissuses bloom on steep slopes. In winter from January to February each year, the entire area is covered with the lovely white flowers of narcissuses, and a sweet, gentle scent wafts around. Against the backdrop of the blue and calm Kii Channel, the contrast of narcissuses blooming powerfully in the cold winter air is breathtakingly beautiful. Climbing up the walkway, a panoramic superb view where the sea and flowers meld together spreads out, making it a popular...

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Naruto Strait

The Naruto Strait, located between Awaji Island and Shikoku, is a spot where you can witness a wonder of nature, famous for the world's largest "whirlpools." The intense currents created by the ebb and flow of the tide produce huge whirlpools up to 20 meters in diameter, which is truly a masterpiece. By boarding a sightseeing cruise ship, you can observe the swirling sea up close with the roaring sound and experience its dynamism with all five senses. Also, the Onaruto Bridge running overhead has a walkway called "Uzu-no-Michi," where a thrilling experience of looking down at the whirlpools from...

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Tanba City

Tanba City, surrounded by the mountains of eastern Hyogo, is a place like a "hometown of the heart" with silence, natural beauty, and scattered old shrines and temples. The autumn leaves are particularly wonderful, and the sight of ancient temples such as Kogen-ji and Entsu-ji being dyed crimson evokes a quiet impression different from Kyoto. It is also known as the place where the watershed that divides Japan north and south (the point where water separates into the Sea of Japan and the Seto Inland Sea) is located, making it a geologically interesting spot. Organic farming is flourishing, and you...

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Tanba-Sasayama City

Tanba-Sasayama City is a town like a "living history museum" that conveys the remnants of a former castle town to the present. The Sasayama Castle ruins remaining in the center, and the streets lined with samurai residences and old merchant houses, are designated as a National Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings. Here, there are many accommodations and cafes that have renovated traditional townhouses, allowing you to stay while feeling Japan's rich past firsthand. In addition, unique food cultures such as "Botan Nabe" to taste wild boar meat and the high-grade Tanba black edamame beans released in autumn...

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Awaji Island

Awaji Island, boasting the largest area in the Seto Inland Sea, is a mysterious place considered the "first island born in Japan" in Japanese mythology. From the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge at the northern tip to the Naruto Whirlpools at the southern tip, the entire island is full of dynamic views. Long called "Miketsukuni" (Land of Royal Food), it is known as a treasure trove of ingredients such as fresh seafood, high-sugar onions, and Awaji Beef. Recently, the island has also seen an abundance of latest attraction facilities like "Nijigen no Mori," where you can experience the worldviews of anime and...

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Hanshin Area

Located between Kobe and Osaka, the Hanshin area is a region where rich nature surrounded by sea and mountains harmonizes with sophisticated residential areas. It includes the western half of "Nada-Gogo," Japan's leading sake brewing center, where you can enjoy historic brewery tours. It also has unique entertainment cultures such as Takarazuka, home to the all-female "Takarazuka Revue," and "Koshien Stadium," the holy ground for Japanese professional baseball. There are many historical shrines and temples such as Nishinomiya Shrine, making it popular as an area where you can enjoy urban convenience while efficiently experiencing Japan's unique subcultures, traditional lifestyles, and...

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Kobe City

Kobe is a beautiful port town sandwiched between mountains and sea, a sophisticated city that developed by quickly incorporating Western culture since its opening in 1868. The cityscape, where multi-cultures fuse, is attractive, including the exotic "Kitano Ijinkan district," the lively "Nankinmachi (Chinatown)," and the modern "Former Foreign Settlement." After enjoying the world-famous "Kobe Beef," the "10-million dollar night view" from Mt. Rokko or Mt. Maya colors your trip. Also, sake tasting at "Nada-Gogo," where representative Japanese sake breweries stand in line, is a must. Within a compact city, history, gourmet food, superb views, and high-quality shopping are condensed, making...

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Tanba Area

Located inland in eastern Hyogo, the Tanba area is a place with rich agricultural products nurtured by misty basins and old-fashioned Japanese Satoyama scenery. "Tanba Black Beans" and "Tanba Chestnuts" are prized as some of the most luxurious ingredients in Japan, and in autumn, you can enjoy a gastronomic trip to celebrate the harvest. It is also known as the production area of "Tanba-yaki," one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns, where you can visit traditional climbing kilns that have continued for over 800 years and experience pottery making. Surrounded by quiet mountains, this land is loved by authentic travelers who...

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Harima Area

The Harima area, which spreads across southwestern Hyogo, is a region that strongly retains Japanese history, centered on the National Treasure Himeji Castle. Ancient shrines, temples, and burial mounds are scattered across the vast plains, allowing you to feel Japan's progress from ancient to medieval times. It is also a treasure trove of traditional industries where craftsmanship shines, such as "Banshu Miki Cutlery," which boasts some of the world's best sharpness, and high-quality "Banshu-ori" textiles. Blessed with the mild climate of the Seto Inland Sea, it is also famous as the home of "Yamada Nishiki," high-quality rice suitable for sake...

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Akashi City

Akashi City is a "city of food and history" facing the Seto Inland Sea. In particular, "Akashi Sea Bream" and "Octopus" are known for being the highest quality in Japan, and you can enjoy fresh seafood on the spot at the lively "Uonotana Shopping Street." It is also the place where "135 degrees East Longitude," the basis for Japan Standard Time, passes through, and the Akashi Municipal Planetarium is popular as a symbol of the "City of Time." Along the coast, the majestic Akashi Kaikyo Bridge stretches out, and the beautiful stone walls and turrets of the Akashi Castle ruins...

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Hyogo Prefecture

Hyogo Prefecture is Japan's only vast prefecture facing two seas: the Sea of Japan to the north and the Seto Inland Sea to the south. It condenses Japan's diverse charms, including the exotic port town of Kobe, the World Heritage Himeji Castle, and the historic Arima Onsen with over 1,300 years of history. Consisting of five distinct regions once called "Gokoku," each breathes its own unique food culture and traditional crafts. It is a treasure trove of gastronomy, featuring the world's finest "Kobe Beef" and sake from "Nada-Gogo," Japan's top brewery district. Surrounded by mountains and sea, Hyogo offers diverse...

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Hotel Keihan Universal Tower

Located right next to Universal Studios Japan (USJ), this is one of the tallest hotels in the area at 138 meters. Its main feature is the natural hot spring observatory bath on the 31st floor, where you can heal from the excitement of the park while having a private view of Osaka's night cityscapes. Guest rooms are over 30 square meters, providing a relaxing space for families or groups. With easy access to USJ and a perfect view, it’s a hub that upgrades the quality of your journey.

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Hotel Keihan Tenmabashi Ekimae

Located in the waterside Temmabashi area, this hotel offers the latest functionality convenient for both sightseeing and business. Directly in front of the Keihan station connecting to Kyoto, it serves as an ideal base for travelers wishing to efficiently tour both Osaka and Kyoto. Modern, clean guest rooms feature a calm design with Japanese touches. Surrounded by the Okawa River, famous for cherry blossoms in spring, you can enjoy a smart, comfortable stay while feeling the beauty of Osaka's waterfront.

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Hirakata Park

Affectionately known as "Hira-pa," this is the amusement park with the longest history in Japan. With over 40 types of attractions, from thrilling roller coasters to gentle rides for children, it can be enjoyed by the whole family all day. Large-scale seasonal illuminations and rose gardens are also beautiful, providing a great location to escape the city bustle. You can experience Japan’s unique, friendly, and warm amusement park culture, and its good access from Osaka city makes it perfect for travelers wishing to spend a fun holiday alongside locals.

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Shinsekai

A bustling downtown area centered around Tsutenkaku Tower, where the Showa-era retro atmosphere still lingers strongly. Flashy signs crowd the streets, and the savory scent of the famous "Kushikatsu" wafts through the air. Retaining traces of the former theme park area once modeled after world expos, you can experience the nostalgic and incredibly cheerful "local vitality" of Osaka. A treasure trove of cheap and delicious gourmet, it's an area where you can meet the deep, human side of Osaka daily life, loved by travelers worldwide.

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Sayamaike Museum

A museum designed by world-renowned architect Tadao Ando, themed on the history of "Sayamaike," Japan's oldest dam-type pond. The dynamic space of concrete walls and water is itself a work of art, overwhelming visitors from the moment they enter. You can learn about 1,400 years of water control and ancient engineering through real exhibits, enjoying the fusion of Japan's engineering roots and modern architecture. A hidden masterpiece in the Osaka suburbs that stimulates intellectual curiosity and aesthetic sense.

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Torimi

A long-established chicken specialty restaurant in Kishiwada, loved by locals. Their "Kashiwa" (chicken) dishes using fresh local poultry are exquisite, especially their menus focusing on secret sauces and grilling techniques, allowing you to feel the depth of Japanese food. In a casual atmosphere, you can enjoy authentic regional flavors that can't be found in tourist-targeted restaurants. Perfect for travelers seeking the real, local tastes of southern Osaka with warm hospitality.

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Kishiwada Danjiri Kaikan

A museum where you can experience the thrill of the "Kishiwada Danjiri Matsuri," Japan's most passionate festival, all year round. It exhibits giant Danjiri carts used in the actual festival and screens powerful footage on a large screen. You can also try riding the roof like a "Daikata" dancer or examine the intricate carvings up close. It offers high excitement and emotion for international travelers wishing to directly experience the spirited festival culture of Osaka.

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Kishiki Jinja Shrine

Located near Kishiwada Castle, this shrine is a spiritual pillar for locals where the "Danjiri Matsuri" festival’s shrine visit takes place. Known for blessings in marriage and warding off evil, it becomes incredibly heated during the festival as carts rush into the precincts. On normal days, it offers a quiet atmosphere of a castle town, with beautiful shrines and lush greenery giving peace to the heart. A power spot to deeply feel the strong regional culture and quiet Shinto prayer.

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Kishiwada Castle

Built around 1334, this historic castle features beautiful stone walls and a surrounding moat. Its standout feature is the "Hachijin no Niwa" garden designed by Mirei Shigemori, a National Scenic Spot. You can view this avant-garde dry landscape garden, representing the universe, from above the castle tower—a unique experience. Combining solemn history and modern garden beauty, it’s highly photogenic and symbolizes regional pride, blending dignity and strength.

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Jikko Cutlery Sakai Main Store

A century-old elite brand of Sakai knives. The shop displays diverse knives shining like jewels, their sharpness and beauty fascinating top chefs worldwide. You can receive pro advice to find your perfect match, and customization services like name engraving are popular. A holy land for travelers wishing to experience the pinnacle of Japanese craftsmanship and bring home a "best tool for a lifetime" as a souvenir.

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Sakai利晶之杜

A cultural facility tracing the footsteps of two icons born in Sakai: Sen no Rikyu (Tea Ceremony) and Akiko Yosano (Literature). You can experience formal tea service in a real tea room and learn the history and spirit of tea ceremony in an easy-to-understand way. Akiko Yosano's passionate world of poetry also lets you touch the beauty of modern Japanese literature. A high-satisfaction learning spot for travelers wishing to deeply understand Japanese spirituality and creativity beyond just viewing historical materials.

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