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Welcome to the Visit Japan page for U.S. fans! We are THE Official U.S.A. page of the Japan National Tourism Organization.

For more info please visit our website at https://www.japan.travel/en/us/

15/08/2026

What kind of scenery comes to mind when you think of Japan?🏞️✨
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From lush forests and dramatic mountain valleys to sweeping sand dunes and crystal-clear rivers, Japan is home to an astonishingly diverse range of breathtaking landscapes🇯🇵 Every stop reveals a completely different side of the country — inviting you to walk, explore, and experience moments of awe through all five senses🌿💧
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Which of these stunning landscapes would you most love to see in person?
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📍 Hakuba Valley/ Nagano
📍 Tateyama Kurobe / Toyama & Nagano
📍 Tottori Sand Dunes / Tottori
📍 Takachiho Gorge / Miyazaki
📍 Niyodo Blue / Kochi
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10/08/2026

What does summer in Japan sound like to you?🌿🎐
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At Takekoma-jinja Shrine, hundreds of colorful wind chimes sway in the breeze, filling the historic shrine grounds with soft, soothing sounds and a peaceful summer atmosphere✨☀️🍃 As the gentle ringing echoes through the air and the breeze brushes past, the shrine feels calm, refreshing, and quietly removed from the summer heat.
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Would you stop by to hear them for yourself?🎐💭
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📍 Takekoma-jinja Shrine / Miyagi
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07/08/2026

How incredible would it be to experience this festival in person?✨
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At the Aomori Nebuta Festival, enormous illuminated floats depicting warriors and legendary figures parade through the city, creating one of Japan’s most spectacular summer festival scenes🌙🏮 With glowing lights, festival music, and an electric atmosphere, it’s an unforgettable summer experience🎐✨
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Tempted to add it to your Japan bucket list?💭
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📍 Aomori Nebuta Festival / Aomori
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31/07/2026

Have you ever seen a train pass through a sea of sunflowers?🌻🚃
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At the Ohmi Railway sunflower fields, vibrant yellow blooms stretch across the landscape, creating a refreshing summer scene beneath the blue sky✨ From late July to mid-August, local trains glide past the fields in fleeting moments of motion, while warm sunlight, open skies, and the peaceful atmosphere make the scenery feel unmistakably like summer🌿☀️
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Would you stop here for a slow summer moment?🌻💛
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📌 Note:
If you're visiting to capture this beautiful view, please be respectful of the local community. Please avoid entering private property and refrain from parking on roadsides. Thank you for helping preserve this special place for everyone.
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📍 Ohmi Railway / Shiga
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30/07/2026

Get the most out of your tax-free shopping experience while traveling in Japan! 🛍️

Japan’s tax-free shopping system will move to a refund-based method starting November 1, 2026. For details on eligible products and how to receive a refund on qualifying purchases, please visit the link below:

https://www.mlit.go.jp/kankocho/tax-free/page01_000001_00028.html

28/07/2026

Ever seen a glowing castle move through the night?🏯✨
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At the Noshiro Tanabata Festival, towering castle-shaped lantern floats parade through the city streets. As their lights, music, and slow movement fill the evening air, the whole town takes on a dreamlike summer glow🌙🎐
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Save this festival for your summer wish list!
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📍 Noshiro Tanabata Festival “Tenku no Fuyajo” / Akita
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26/07/2026

Hakuba’s alpine scenery feels almost surreal. ⛰️✨

Captured from a striking perspective, this tranquil mountain scene in the Japanese Alps is beautifully reflected in the water below. 🌿

For travelers looking to experience Japan beyond the cities, Hakuba offers a refreshing mountain escape in Nagano and a perfect place to beat the summer heat.

Would you add this Japan Alps view to your next itinerary? 🗺️

📍 Hakuba Village, Nagano
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24/07/2026

What does summer look like in a mountain village?🌿🏡
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In Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage village, traditional farmhouses stand among green mountains and quiet fields. Walk through the village in summer and you may hear streams, birds, and insects while the scent of grass and clear mountain air surrounds you🍃✨
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Save this peaceful village view for later!
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💡Travel tip: Shirakawa-go is not only a historic village but also a living community where people still reside today. When visiting, please take your trash with you and be mindful of local residents so everyone can continue to enjoy this special place respectfully!
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📍 Shirakawa-go / Gifu
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21/07/2026

Looking for a scenic shrine with a dramatic horizon?🌊⛩️
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The Torii Gate of Kuratake-jinja Shrine stands on a mountaintop in Kumamoto’s Amakusa area, overlooking the sea and scattered islands below. With the gate, sky, and ocean aligned in one view, the scene feels both peaceful and cinematic, especially on a clear day✨⛰️
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📍 Kuratake-jinja Shrine / Kumamoto
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19/07/2026

Want to venture beyond Japan’s familiar sights?🌊⛩️
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At Motonosumi-jinja Shrine, 123 crimson torii gates stretch along the rugged coastline, creating a breathtaking contrast against the deep blue ocean. As you walk beside the gates, surrounded by sea breeze, crashing waves, and endless ocean views, the scenery feels almost all-encompassing — as though you’ve stepped directly into the landscape itself✨ On select days, you can even walk beneath the torii gates⛩️
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Could this be your reason to explore Japan?🤗
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📍 Motonosumi-jinja Shrine / Yamaguchi
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住所

Takayama-shi, Gifu