Japan 2027

A collection of 63 places curated by Mackenzie

Places in this collection

  1. Kitayama River

    activity

    Kitayama River, Japan

    Experience traditional log rafting used for timber transport, steered by skilled boatmen. Hold on for rapids and sit during calm sections. Two daily departures at 10:40 AM and 1:00 PM, reservations required.

    Kitayama RiverView on Google Maps

  2. すさみ海中郵便ポスト

    activity

    Susami, Nishimuro District, Wakayama 649-2621, Japan

    A real working post office 33 feet underwater, operating since 1999. It holds the Guinness World Record for the deepest postbox in active use, sending around 1,500 letters a year. Beginner divers with a guide can mail postcards.

    すさみ海中郵便ポストView on Google Maps

  3. Aizu Satono Sightseeing Train

    activity

    南会津郡, Japan

    A scenic train journey to travel into the Aizu region.

    Aizu Satono Sightseeing TrainView on Google Maps

  4. Hanamiyama Park

    attraction

    福島市, Japan

    A flower park known for its seasonal blooms, located just outside of Fukushima City.

    Hanamiyama ParkView on Google Maps

  5. Mugenkyo

    activity

    19 Hayato, Mishima, Onuma District, Fukushima 969-7406, Japan

    Take a traditional boat through a peaceful and scenic river valley.

    MugenkyoView on Google Maps

  6. Kitakata Ramen

    restaurant

    4544 Itchome, Kitakata, Fukushima 966-0819, Japan

    A regional specialty from Fukushima and one of Japan's big three ramen styles.

    Kitakata RamenView on Google Maps

  7. Onsen Town

    accommodation

    福島市, Japan

    Stay in a town with traditional ryokans centered around natural hot springs.

    Onsen TownView on Google Maps

  8. Tsuruga Castle

    attraction

    1-1 Otemachi, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima 965-0873, Japan

    One of Japan's most iconic samurai-era castles.

    Tsuruga CastleView on Google Maps

  9. Aizu Snow Festival (Sky Lantern at Tsuruga Castle)

    attraction

    8-1 Hanaharumachi, Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima 965-0804, Japan

    A garden dating back to the samurai era with a tea house where you can enjoy matcha.

    Aizu Snow Festival (Sky Lantern at Tsuruga Castle)View on Google Maps

  10. Negi Soba

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒960-8254 Fukushima, Minamisawamata, Nakabiwabuchi−２９−1

    A local specialty where you eat noodles using a whole spring onion instead of chopsticks.

    Negi SobaView on Google Maps

  11. Ashinomaki Onsen Ookawaso

    accommodation

    Japan, 〒969-5147 Fukushima, Aizuwakamatsu, Ōtomachi Ōaza Ashinomaki, 字下平９８４

    A preserved Edo period post town offering a glimpse into Japan's past.

    Ashinomaki Onsen OokawasoView on Google Maps

  12. Marunaka Farm

    activity

    Japan, 〒960-0251 Fukushima, Ozaso, Kamishinden−１２

    All you can eat strawberries with a two-hour session to pick and eat them straight off the plant.

    Marunaka FarmView on Google Maps

  13. Ryokan Wakaba

    accommodation

    6431 Manganji, Minamioguni, Aso District, Kumamoto 869-2402, Japan

    Private onsen day use

    Ryokan WakabaView on Google Maps

  14. Takaragawa Onsen Osenkaku

    accommodation

    1899 Fujiwara, Minakami, Tone District, Gunma 379-1721, Japan

    Onsen hotel known for its incredible onsen bath, where you can soak in natural hot spring waters surrounded by forest and river views. It's one of the few mixed gender and tattoo friendly onsens in Japan. Stay in a Japanese style room with tatami floors and futons, and enjoy a seasonal kaiseki dinner, a multi course feast made with local ingredients. Only two and a half hours from Tokyo.

    Takaragawa Onsen OsenkakuView on Google Maps

  15. Fushimi Inari Taisha

    attraction

    68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan

    A sacred mountain pilgrimage with a main path through torii gates leading to the 233m summit of Mount Inari, topped by the Kaminoyashiro Shrine. Offers views of Kyoto from the Yotsutsuji intersection. The right path is more gradual.

    Fushimi Inari TaishaView on Google Maps

  16. Hakone Yuryo

    attraction

    4 Tonosawa, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0315, Japan

    Private onsen rooms you can book by the hour

    Hakone YuryoView on Google Maps

  17. Ubuya

    accommodation

    10 Azagawa, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0303, Japan

    Private baths with Mt Fuji views (best if you’re staying overnight)

    UbuyaView on Google Maps

  18. Sakura-yu

    activity

    Japan, 〒874-0823 Oita, Beppu, 堀田4−2

    Private family baths, some coin-operated

    Sakura-yuView on Google Maps

  19. Amagiso

    other

    359 Nashimoto, Kawazu, Kamo District, Shizuoka 413-0501, Japan

    A beautiful onsen with 6 open-air baths along the river overlooking Odaru Falls and 1 private cave onsen. Entry is 1000 Yen (6 USD) for day use, cash only. Open 10 am to 4 pm daily except Wednesdays.

    AmagisoView on Google Maps

  20. Dougashima Sea Cave Skylight

    activity

    Japan, 〒410-3514 Shizuoka, Kamo District, Nishiizu, Nishina, 字堂ヶ島

    Turquoise sea cave with glowing crystal water, visit around noon for the brightest blue water

    Dougashima Sea Cave SkylightView on Google Maps