Nara Region

A Kegon Buddhist temple in Nara, Nara Prefecture, and the sect's head temple. Founded in the 8th century by Emperor Shomu. The Great Buddha Hall is the world's largest wooden structure, housing a 15-meter-tall Great Buddha. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1998, attracting approximately 3 million visitors annually.

Nara City served as Japan's capital from 710 to 794 during the Nara period, functioning as the political and economic center. Concentrates historic cultural heritage including Todai-ji Temple and symbiosis with sacred deer in Nara Park. Nara's temples and shrines are designated two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Attracting approximately 20 million visitors annually, it represents Japan's ancient capitals.

Nara's old quarter developed around the former precincts of Gangoji Temple. Atmospheric streets lined with Edo-to-Meiji-era machiya townhouses now blend with cafes and boutiques, creating an area where visitors can stroll while sensing the rhythms of ancient capital life.

The ancient capital of Japan in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture. It served as the political and economic center for 1,200 years. Numerous historic structures including temples, shrines, and gardens remain, many registered as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Attracting over 35 million visitors annually, it represents Japan's premier tourist destination and is globally recognized as Japan's cultural heritage center.

Located in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, the birthplace of Japan's samurai culture. Home to numerous historic temples and shrines including the Kamakura Daibutsu and Tsurugaoka Hachimangu shrine. Flourishing as the capital of the Kamakura shogunate from the 12th-14th centuries, it retains status as an ancient capital, attracting approximately 18 million visitors annually. Known since the Edo period as an intellectual retreat, it remains vital for understanding Japanese history and culture.

A peninsula in northern Ishikawa Prefecture. Famous for scenic terraced rice paddies including Senmaida, registered as a World Agricultural Heritage Site. Features rocky coastlines, hot springs, and abundant seafood. Traditional crafts like Noto tiles are renowned. Attracting over 1.5 million visitors annually, it represents Ishikawa Prefecture tourism.

A Shonan-area tourist destination with 800 years of history as the ancient capital of the Kamakura Shogunate. Beyond historic sites such as the Great Buddha, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, and the bamboo groves of Hokokuji, the scenery of sea and mountains along the Enoden railway adds to its charm.