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Discover Matsushima: Complete Travel Guide to Japanā€™s Scenic Bay
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Discover Matsushima: Complete Travel Guide to Japanā€™s Scenic Bay

Located in the Tohoku region, Matsushima is renowned for its stunning bay, dotted with over 260 small islands covered by pine trees. This scenic wonder is a must-visit destination in Miyagi Prefecture for nature lovers and travelers looking for a relaxing getaway. In this article, Iā€™ll share my favorite spots in Matsushima, travel tips and recommendations for accommodation and restaurants.

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Explore Sarushima: A Unique Day Trip Destination in Tokyo Bay
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Explore Sarushima: A Unique Day Trip Destination in Tokyo Bay

Located not far from the port of Yokosuka, in Kanagawa Prefecture, Sarushima is the only uninhabited island of Tokyo Bay. With its fort ruins, luxuriant forest, clear sea and barbecue and leisure facilities, it is great destination for a half-day or a full day trip from Tokyo. In this article, you can learn more about this hidden gem near Tokyo and get useful information to prepare for your own visit of Sarushima.

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Ito Guide: Best Things to Do, Where to Stay, Eat and More
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Ito Guide: Best Things to Do, Where to Stay, Eat and More

Ito is a charming seaside hot springs town in Shizuoka Prefecture. It's a base to stay and explore the underrated but beautiful Izu Peninsula, which is packed with natural sites, onsen towns and other fun attractions to discover. In this article, I will share my favourite activities in Ito as well as some recommendations for accommodation and restaurants that I particularly enjoyed.

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Yakushima Island Itinerary: A Nature Paradise in Southern Japan
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Yakushima Island Itinerary: A Nature Paradise in Southern Japan

Yakushima is one of my favourite destinations, not just in Kyushu, but in the whole of Japan! Wild and mysterious, Yakushima is a nature lover's paradise and is notably famous for inspiring the forest in Ghibli's Princess Mononoke. As a big Ghibli fan, this was my main motivation for visiting this island, but I discovered that it had much more to offer than I had expected.

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