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What comes to mind when you hear the words “travel in Japan?” Tokyo? Kyoto? Mt. Fuji? Perhaps, a place you have seen in a movie or anime?
Why not discover a lesser known side of Japan?
Although Japan is a compact country, it is home to a variety of unique regional cultures. Just as Tokyo and Kyoto have different charms, Eastern and Western Japan have distinct cultural and historical heritages.
If you are looking for a “Japan you haven’t seen yet,” why not visit Western Japan?
Together, let’s explore new perspectives of this diverse country.
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17 Oct
The Iki Ultra Marathon: Running the Island of the Gods
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17 Jul 19 Jul
Kokura Gion Taiko: A 400-Year Festival of Drums
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25 Jul
The Float That Becomes a Pyramid of Light
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12 Jul 20 Jul
Kurosaki Gion Yamakasa: The “Fighting” Floats of Yahatanishi
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25 Jul 26 Jul
Osse! Osse! : Iki Island’s 270-Year-Old Summer Festival
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Travel Info
Prepare for your trip to West Japan with these helpful tips.
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- Access
- Visit various popular tourist destinations and discover the charm of Western Japan.
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- Transit Passes
- Discover the many travel passes that can connect visitors to different destinations around West Japan.
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- Official Tourist Guide
- Please refer to the official tourist guides of each local government.
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- Information Center
- Please click here for information on tourist information centers in each local government.
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- Emergency Contact
- If a disaster or medical emergency occurs while traveling in Japan, please see here.
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- Useful Information
- We also provide other useful information for traveling in West Japan.