The “Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route” is a mountain sightseeing route that runs through the Northern Alps, filled with 3,000-meter-high-peaks. Immerse yourself in Japan’s unique beautiful scenery.

There is much water accumulating on the summit of Mount Chokai, which is located in Akita Prefecture and included as one of the 100 Famous Mountains in Japan. The water is divided into three cascades: first cascade, second cascade and third cascade. As they descend quickly from the top, the scene is a magnificent spectacle. This is famous Hottai Falls. In early fall, with fall foliage covering the mountain, there is more picturesque scenery here than one can take in and hence here has become the location for many movies and televisions in Japan.

Depart from Osaka and for Nagoya (Aichi) for Sightseeing Using the KINTETSU RAIL PASS!

Depart from Osaka for Mie (Ise-Shima) for Sightseeing Using the KINTETSU RAIL PASS!

This article will introduce to you a sightseeing plan for Tokyo this summer that visits some great photogenic spots using the “Toei Marugoto Kippu”!

Cherry blossoms are a quintessential part of spring in Japan! The Kanto region is home to many locations where you can enjoy beautiful views of cherry blossoms. This time, we will be introducing popular cherry blossom viewing locations where you can enjoy a combination view of the flowers and Mt. Fuji! Certain locations also host events during the cherry blossom season, so be sure to check that out too!

In this article, I'll introduce a plan including a fashionable sundries shop and cafe you can enjoy while going around to see the cherry blossoms in several places along the Tokyo Sakura Tram (Toden Arakawa Line). For this itinerary, make use of the Toei Marugoto Kippu to take unlimited rides on the Tokyo Sakura Tram.

Nobeyama station sits at 1345.67m above sea level.
From the front of the station you can see the peak of the Yatsugatake Mountains which are called Mount Aka. The station is located on the high land, the air smells so fresh!