日本の穴場スポット

Japan's Hidden Gems

Explore Japan’s offbeat destinations, from the Kengo Kuma-designed Asakusa Culture and Tourism Center to the historic Kōchi Castle, one of the country's few remaining original wooden fortresses. This collection includes the quirky TOTO Museum in Kitakyushu, the bronze Great Buddha of Takaoka, and artistic installations like the Regent in Olives on Shodoshima. Natural wonders like the low-tide sandbar of Kibou no Michi and the colorful shisha statues at Yoneko-yaki Pottery highlight the country's diverse regional culture and landscapes.

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Asakusa Culture and Tourism Center

Designed by architect Kengo Kuma, this building features a distinct stacked wooden aesthetic. The eighth-floor observation deck provides free views of Senso-ji Temple and the Tokyo Skytree.

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Kōchi Castle

Kōchi Castle is a castle located in Kōchi, Kōchi Prefecture, Japan.

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TOTO Museum

This unique museum displays toilets & tableware made by the Toto company, which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2016.

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Azumaya Observation Deck (Former Satomi Teahouse)

Located on Miyajima Island, this viewpoint is accessible via hiking trails. It offers panoramic views of the Seto Inland Sea and the surrounding forest.