Discover Hidden Japan
I've explored all 47 Prefectures over 15 years and now I'm sharing my favorite places around the country.
My personal Google Map is one big splash of colorful drop pins and I'm selecting the best of the best to share with you!
Adventure seekers, outdoors people, culture lovers, historians, and hot spring hoppers... I have something special for you!
My map will continually grow as I build out each Prefecture one-by-one!
I'll be listening to my audience to discover what you're looking for and include those categories for you!
Happy travels! https://www.instagram.com/im.mattguy/ https://www.youtube.com/@im.mattguy
Hike
Mount Asama
Hike the most active volcano in close to Tokyo
Waterfall
Zengorono Falls
Frozen waterfall hike
Café
Siphon Do
Bonsai inspired cake and siphon tea artistry experience
Waterfall
Kaminari Falls
Walk behind this waterfall that freezes in winter
Park
Onioshidashi Volcanic Park
Lava landscape and illuminescent moss
Sightseeing
Flying Mud Boat
Whimsical tea house installation acorn
Culture
Shakuson-ji Temple / Nunobuki Kannon
Hidden cliff temple with legends
Restaurant
Lumber Jack
Hearty food with lake and mountain views
Hot Spring
Tsubame Onsen Kogane no Yu
Outside "wild" hot spring
Hot Spring
Maguse Onsen
Mountain hot spring with incredible views down the valley
Café
カフェ傳之丞 (Cafe Dennojo)
Cozy cafe for tasty treats
Restaurant
St.Cousair Winery & Vineyards (and restaurant)
Charming winery with scenic views and great food
Culture
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Sacred mountain shrine in Nagano
Culture
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Painted ceiling temple with heart window
Hot Spring
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Mountain hot spring with beautiful views
Activity
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Outdoor adventures by Lake Suwa
Museum
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Jomon Period and snow country history
Bakery
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Scenic ice cream shop near Mount Fuji
Bakery
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Hidden bakery full of goodness
Museum
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Insect museum with an extensive in the mountains
Photospot
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Panoramic views of Northern Alps
Culture
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Stunning fall foliage at Reishoji plus incredible views
Historic
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Secret wartime bunker complex in Japan
Sightseeing
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Charming Showa hot spring and snack bar town