8 DAYS SANYO-SAN’IN PRIVATE TOUR

Himeji Castle is also known as the White Heron Castle and is both a Japanese National Treasure and a World Heritage site. Its status as one of Japan's 12 remaining original castles makes this fortress a must for anyone interested in the history of Japan.

Kokoen Garden is an authentic Japanese garden with a view of Himeji Castle, a world heritage site, and is a popular place for sightseeing in Himeji.

Korakuen Garden is one of the Three Great Gardens of Japan. The Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter is an area with a history of nearly 400 years, featuring traditional architectural buildings that form the streets and the scenic views along the Kurashiki River, blending a vintage and modern aesthetic. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful sceneries of white-walled storehouses, tiled-roof walls, and streets lined with willow trees.

Onomichi City has many historical and cultural resources and was designated a Japanese Heritage in 2015. It is a small town that is highly popular due to its beautiful natural scenery, ancient streets, and Shimanami Kaido, a well-known mecca for cyclists. 

Takehara Townscape Conservation Area - Takehara, often referred to as the "Little Kyoto of Aki," has a rich history as a prosperous estate of the Kamogawa Shrine in Kyoto during the Heian period. A symbol of this historic town is the Nationally Designated Important Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings, which exudes a calm and serene atmosphere through its well-preserved townscape.

The Itsukushima Shrine, located on the island of Miyajima near Hiroshima, is said to have been founded in 593 AD. Over the centuries, the shrine has sustained damage from natural disasters and has been rebuilt numerous times. In 1996, the shrine was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The shrine is unique in Japan, with its wooden structures standing in the sea inlet. 

 Kozan Lavender Hill - A tourist farm where you can experience picking herbs and blueberries. You can enjoy seasonal flowers such as Iceland poppies in the spring, lavender in the summer, and cosmos in the fall.

Taishakukyo Gorge - There is a huge natural bridge called Onbashi Bridge here. This was made by the erosive action of mountain streams and limestone caves due to the spread of the karst plateau that formed through deep erosion by a limestone plateau. In addition, you will also find the Lake Shinryu-ko here. This is a landscape harmonized with nature to the extent you won’t see it as an artificial lake. 

Former Senkyo Jinjo Elementary School - A symmetrical wooden school building constructed in the 40th year of the Meiji period. It is a nationally designated Important Cultural Property. 

Adachi Museum of Art - Ranked No. 1 among Japanese gardens for 21 consecutive years! Honored with 3 Michelin stars!

Tamatsukuri Onsen - Storied hot spring renowned for its skincare effects.

Eshima Ohashi Bridge - The notorious bridge was featured in a Daihatsu car advertisement in Japan and has appeared in numerous online newspapers worldwide. It is often referred to as the world's “craziest” or “scariest” bridge.

The hometown of the manga artist of its namesake, Sakaiminato’s Mizuki Shigeru Road, is a popular destination for children and adults alike. The road, extending from Sakaiminato Station into the city proper, is an 800-meter-long arcade with some 153 bronze statues of Mizuki’s fantasy creatures on display, including details on each character.

Samtokusan Sambutsuji Temple is a mountain temple located on Mount Mitoku at an altitude of 900 meters. Its Nageire Hall was built in a hollow in a vertical cliff and was recognized as a national treasure because of its unique architectural form.

Tottori Sand Dunes - The largest dune in Japan.

Shukuba-machi Hirafuku - Hirafuku was a bustling post town along the historical Inaba Kaidō Highway during Japan's Edo Period (1603-1867). This roadside shop is the gateway for sightseeing in the Hirafuku area, where the old castle town remains.

The Osamu Tezuka Manga Museum is located in Takarazuka City, Hyogo Prefecture expands the dreams and hopes of young people into the future, based on the themes of "love of nature" and "respect for life" that Osamu Tezuka has always advocated. 

Nakayamadera Temple - A temple to pray for a safe birth and pregnancy.