Location List

<The Last Samurai> and popular television dramas have been shot. The historical and natural landscape could be used for various scenes.

A 23.7-kilometer-long bike path stretching from the rural area of Kande in Nishi Ward, Kobe, to Minodani in Kita Ward.

A mountain trail winding through a rocky ridge with exposed rock faces on Mount Yokoo. Part of the trail consists of a narrow path that resembles a horse’s back. With cliffs on both sides, it’s a p...

Suma-dera Temple is known nationwide as an “ancient temple associated with the Genpei War,” home to numerous treasures and historic sites, including Taira no Atsumori’s Aoba Flute, Benkei’s Bell, A...

This park was created by renovating the site of the former Muko Detached Palace, which once served as a royal villa. It consists of the main garden (featuring a rose garden, fountain plaza, and Eur...

Spanning approximately 14 hectares, the grounds are home to the graves of some 2,700 individuals from 61 countries around the world, including prominent figures who have influenced Japanese life an...

Scattered throughout the vast grounds are welfare facilities, sports fields, an equestrian park, lawn areas, campgrounds, recreational facilities, lodging facilities, hot spring facilities, and a J...

The Hakogi House is said to be the oldest surviving private residence in Japan. It has been designated as an Important Cultural Property by the national government.

The hiking trail that runs north along the clear stream in the upper reaches of the Ikuta River, starting just past the Jizodani fork, is called Twenty Cross. It gets its name from the fact that hi...

A shrine situated on the banks of the Ogo River amidst rural scenery. The main hall, featuring a hip-and-gable roof, is designated as a municipal cultural property.

The site, which had been the villa of the prominent businessman Kihachirō Ōkura in 1910, was developed and took on its current form around 1975. It features numerous sculptures and monuments.

Japan's oldest gravity concrete dam. Designated as an Important Cultural Property by the national government.

A facility designed to promote the healthy development of young people through outdoor activities and other programs in a natural environment.

Located near Yamadera (Risshaku-ji Temple), a representative tourist spot in Yamagata City, this ruin boasts a breathtaking, mystical beauty created by nature. As you proceed along the mountain pat...

Set across approximately 12 hectares at the base of the Iide Mountain Range, this expansive auto campground offers an immersive outdoor retreat surrounded by lush greenery. Visitors can enjoy the s...

This is the remains of a mine located deep in the mountains. Ruins of an office building made from karami bricks—slag bricks that evoke a scene reminiscent of an anime setting—still remain on th...

Located in the Saidaiji district of Okayama City’s Higashi Ward—an area known for enjoying some of the highest numbers of sunny days in the prefecture—this orchard is a popular destination for frui...

Rising to 1,218 meters, Mount Hakubasen is the highest peak in Shinjo Village. With no tall trees at the summit, the landscape opens dramatically, offering sweeping views of the sacred Mount Daisen...

During the summer season, the ski resort is closed, allowing the entire area to be used extensively for filming. Large set constructions and open‑set builds can also be accommodated. Note: Fro...

Stone quarrying at this site began around 1887. After World War II, the growing use of cement caused demand for stone to decline sharply, and the quarry was abandoned, remaining largely untouched. ...

This scenic driving route is popular with motorists for its beautiful views and has also been used as a filming location for television commercials. The road climbs 9.7 kilometers to the summit ...

This low mountain, rising about 300 meters, features paved roads, hiking trails, and animal paths. The summit can be reached in roughly ten minutes by car and rewards visitors with sweeping view...

Situated in Mizunami City, Gifu Prefecture, this integrated junior and senior high school occupies an expansive campus of approximately 290 hectares. The grounds are equipped with extensive spor...

Founded by ceramic artist Handeishi Kawakita, this pottery complex unfolds across spacious grounds reminiscent of a small traditional village. The site is home to eight kilns of five different t...