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Go Under the Sea, and Stay Totally Dry! It's an Undersea ObservatoryClear water and lively fish... at first glance, the shore along the coast of Katsuura City in Chiba might look a little like the tropics. Perhaps we teleported to Okinawa?
But no, this is the Boso Peninsula, across Tokyo Bay from the big city itself. And yet, despite the conveniently mundane location, here you'll find the very cool Katsuura UnderSea Observatory! Much like the distant observatory at Okinawa's Busena Marine Park, climb under the water and you'll see the local marine life swimming right by., この投稿をInstagramで見る Umihotaru is basically a rest stop and a shopping area, but it's designed to look like a big five-story cruise ship. 🛳️ (article link in bio) • #japankuru #tokyobay #tokyo #umihotaru #cruisestyle #tokyosunset #千葉 #海螢休息站 #夜景 #哥吉拉 #夕陽 #富士山 #치바여행 #아쿠아라인 #우미호타루 #japantrip #japanlife #explorejapan #visitjapanjp #travelislife #roamtheplanet #Japan #日本 #Japon #일본 #япония #Japón #Japão #ญี่ปุ่น Japanese Stories🇯🇵さん(@japankuru)がシェアした投稿 - 2019年 8月月4日午前5時20分PDT #kanto#entertainment#chiba 
Top 5 Pools & Water Parks in the Tokyo Area: This Summer, We're Diving in and Keeping...If you're in Tokyo this summer, or you will be soon, you know it's pretty sweltering out there. The best way to keep cool? Chill out (literally) in the water! Read on for the best spots to do that in Tokyo, and the surrounding regions.,Which one will you visit during your trip to Japan? We're thinking we might make a tour of all five spots this summer! What do you think?
If you make it over to any pools this summer, let us know in the comments, or on facebook / instagram / twitter!#tokyo#entertainment#water park
Nagatoro River Rafting in Saitama!Nagatoro River rafting is one of the must-do activities in Nagatoro, Saitama prefecture.
The rafting is separated into two different courses, and each course takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the condition of the river.
(We have tried the A course this time, so we won't be talking about the B course.),Once you get off the train at the Nagatorostation, you will find your way to the ticket booth.
Purchase a ticket and there will be a bus that will take you down to the line rafting commencing point.
,You will be riding in these boats down the river.
They are actually quite comfortable to ride in.
You will be asked to wear a life vest just in case! It's always good to be safe than sorry.
Once you hop in the boat the ride begins!
There will be a tour guide that attends the whole ride, but that is only available in Japanese.,There are few points to look out for, but we will keep that a secret for you to discover for yourself.,This place is also close to the Nagatoro station, just walk up the stairs to get back to the station where you started.
It's not a long way to get back to the station, but on the way back, you will see many small shops selling local specialties and restaurants with local cuisine.
It’s interesting to even just walk along the way up to the station.
There's also street food available along this way, try the delicious miso potatoes or if you're feeling too hot, try the shaved ice, or there's even gelato on the way back. If you're planning to have lunch, there are the local specialty Soba noodles with walnut dipping sauce or locally caught fish on the grill.
Fill your hungry stomach after the ride.,Here's an outdoor activity for you to try this summer. Also, take a look at their official website for further details.
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The Top three Fireworks events in Japan!In Japan, Hanabi 【花火・はなび: fireworks】 play a very vital part of the Japanese summer.
The origins of fireworks festival as an event for entertainment and appreciation in Japan dates back to the Edo period around the 1730s.
Since then fireworks spread all around Japan, and each local area started to develop their own fireworks artisan skills and made improvements on the quality in their own way., この投稿をInstagramで見る Getting ready for a summer full of Japanese fireworks? 🎆 You can learn more about this festival (the Adachi Fireworks Festival) and way more at our event calendar! https://bit.ly/2Fk3WHm • #japankuru #fireworks💥 #🎆 #adachi #fireworksfestival #花火大會 #煙火 #夏天 #浴衣 #納涼 #足立煙火大會 #아다치하나비 #도쿄 #대형불꽃 #불꽃놀이 #1시간 #tokyo #japantrip #japanlife #explorejapan #visitjapanjp #travelislife #Japan #日本 #Japon #일본 #япония #Japón #Japão #ญี่ปุ่น Japanese Stories🇯🇵さん(@japankuru)がシェアした投稿 - 2019年 6月月24日午前5時15分PDT ,Planning your way to the fireworks festival in Japan this year?
Here are a few tips for you that you may want to keep in mind when going out to to see the fireworks in Japan.,The Nagaoka Hanabi, originated in 1879 has been nominated as one of the top three fireworks in Japan, is known for its spectacular scale!
A 650m diameter firework in the air is one huge firework to see!
The so-known the "Niagara Falls" and the "Phoenix" are also artworks of the Hanabi that you can't miss in this Nagaoka festival.,The Niagara Falls of Nagaoka Fireworks, この投稿をInstagramで見る 長岡まつり大花火大会プログラム 19:25 ナイアガラ超大型スターマイン ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ #長岡花火 #長岡市 #新潟 #niigata #nagaokahanabi #visitjapan #絶景 #日本の絶景 #写真から見つける旅 #花火 #夏 #新潟観光 #fireworks #일본 #불꽃놀이 #烟花 #煙花 長岡花火(長岡花火財団)さん(@nagaokahanabi0823)がシェアした投稿 - 2019年 7月月19日午前7時50分PDT ,Begun in 1910, this Omagari fireworks festival is famous because this is the time and place where they decide Japan's No.1 firework artisan!
Each year artisans from all around Japan aim to be showing their work here, some spend over a year to come up with ideas to win this competition.
If you love the fireworks in Japan, come to see Japan's No.1 Hanabi artisan!,Who will be nominated this year?, この投稿をInstagramで見る ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ 大曲の花火 春の章：Omagari Hanabi - Spring Chapter. 大曲：Omagari. 秋田県大仙市：City Daisen,Akita in Japan. ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ #秋田#東北#日本#旅#観光#akita#tohoku#japan#japanese#travel#trip#ท่องเที่ยว #การท่องเที่ยว#여행#일본#관광#游#follow#tflers#instalove #instafollow#instagramjapan#花火#fireworks#春#spring #大曲の花火 #omagarihanabi 秋田県仙北地域振興局さん(@tourism_semboku)がシェアした投稿 - 2018年 5月月21日午後11時31分PDT ,This one in Tsuchiura is known for its competition as the name goes.
Fireworks artisans come to this event from all over Japan to compete for their skills and quality of their fireworks.
There are three categories that a firework will be judged on.
1. the Star Mine
Starmine is the technique of launching fireworks, the timing between each firework and the rhythm of the whole show.
2. the Shakudama (30cm) fireworks
Shakudama is a kind of measurement and is approximately 30cm diameter sized ball.
What they look at here is the shape when it opens up in the sky, the clarity of the colour and the arrangement. Some have three layers in one shot and the colours in that are so beautiful.
3. the Originality and Creativity
This one is obvious as there are variations in timing, the form of the fireworks, the way they express a pattern in each one.
If you are interested, here are a few more terms related to fireworks in Japanese and some interesting facts.,Find your favourite!, この投稿をInstagramで見る ・ ・ 去年から楽しみにしていた土浦花火🎆 ・ 事故により中止になりました😭 ・ が、楽しい旅になりました。 ・ また来年も行けたらリベンジしたいです🎆 ・ ・ #土浦全国花火競技大会 #茨城 #team_jp_東 #team_jp_ #tokyocameraclub #東京カメラ部 #phos_japan #loves_nippon #japan_night_view #japan_of_insta #daily_photo_jpn #instagramjapan #japan_of_insta #s_shot #indies_gram #whim_life #japan_art_photography #picture_to_keep #bestjapanpics #as_archive #art_of_japan #pics_jp #jp_gallery #hubsplanet #light_nikon #visitjapan #rox_captures #pashadelic takaさん(@tak_508)がシェアした投稿 - 2018年10月月12日午後10時33分PDT ,Just a couple more top threes in Japan for you to finish off.
Three great festivals of Edo
Top three scenic views in Japan,
Let us know how you think about this article, or if you have any other topics you would want us to cover or further explore, comment below, or send us a message via our Facebook account or Instagram.
Also, follow our accounts for more interesting articles on Japan.#kanto#entertainment#fireworks
Stay Cool in the Tokyo Heat, Yomiuriland's Summer Water Park is OPEN!A trip to Japan in the spring = cherry blossoms galore (which Yomiuriland does fabulously, by the way), but a trip during the summer...?
Well, it's summer, the obvious choice is to splash around in a pool all day, isn't it!? And a trip to Yomiuriland's water park will mean having a blast alongside the rest of Tokyo, just like a local. The city's weather might not be as bad as some parts of the world, but when the thermometer starts to blow past 30°C/86°F every day, a dip in the pool looks pretty good. So grab your swimsuit, or pick up a frilly new Japanese number from the nearest mall, it's time to jump in!,Yomiuriland has been around for more than 50 years now, earning it a special place in many Japanese hearts. It's Tokyo's biggest amusement park, with both fantastic seasonal celebrations, and 44 rides and attractions. In winter 6 million holiday lights blanket the park, in spring the trees burst to life covered in pink cherry blossoms, and in summer the fantastic Pool Wai (プールWAI) water park opens to the public! With five different pools, three types of water slides, and frequent pool events, you'll be having so much fun all day, you might just want to come back the next day too. Let us show you around!
Pool Wai at Yomiuriland Amusement Park (よみうりランド・プールWAI)
Address: 4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi, Tokyo
Access: Keio Yomiuriland Station (京王よみうりランド駅)
Pool Wai Calendar & Hours
Pool Wai Entry Fees
Official Yomiuriland Website / Pool Wai Official Page
~ A warning to the inked among us: unfortunately, visible tattoos are not allowed at Pool Wai! ~
Official Rules:
As of 2008, guests with tattoos (including small pieces and temporary tattoos) are absolutely forbidden from entering Pool Wai. If guests are found to have tattoos, they will be escorted to the exit with no chance of refund or compensation.,Not only does the arrival of summer mean the opening of Pool Wai at Yomiuriland, but other rides go into hot weather mode as well! The rollercoaster "Bandit" runs 1,560 m (5118 ft) through the air and the trees all year round (and in spring the cherry blossoms are a little magical), but a special jet of water during the ride will really keep you cool during the summer months!,Something about spending time in and around pools really takes it out of you, doesn't it? One of the most exhausting things about water parks is that so often, there's no good places to take a break. Fortunately, there are some places around Pool Wai where you can grab a spot and take a break before going back in for the next round!
☀Paid Rest Areas☀,☀Food Break☀
Next to the pool you'll find Yomiuriland's restaurant La Piscine (ラ・ピシーヌ). During the summer, they serve seasonal dishes, breaking the stereotype of terrible amusement park food with solid lunch options. If you'd rather keep it light and get back to the pool in the rush, they also serve smaller snacks and drinks. Thanks to the recent explosion of bubble tea in Japan, you can even get boba at the water park!,In recent years, nighttime trips to the swimming pool have been a rising trend in Japan, for some pretty Japanese reasons. First, you don't have to worry as much about sunscreen! Your skin is safe from skin cancer. Secondly, the colorful nighttime lighting makes for some pretty sweet pictures.
During Pool Wai's Night Pool time, the park's atmosphere changes to become a little more ~sophisticated~. If you're not quite up for a whole day of water park fun, you and some friends might have a nice time just going over for this nighttime event. There's different music to change the vibe, syncronized swimming shows, and even a special bubble experience (しゃぼんパーティー) where scented bubbles float by as you swim., ⇩ See more of what Pool Wai is like in our video below! ⇩ #tokyo#entertainment#theme park
The World University Rugby Invitation Tournament 2019 in TokyoHaving Waseda University in Japan as the hosting team, the universities from around the world are uniting under a rugby tournament for the second time in history.,1. For the Development of the Players
Under the code of "Noblesse Oblige", those with power, knowledge, wealth or prestige are responsible for the development and advancement of society!
Through playing rugby, players will develop and learn these skills.
2. As an International Exchange
Creating an opportunity for participants to gather and communicate with one another from different countries. Helping them to develop and widen their world.
3. To Promote the Values of Rugby to the World
Hoping to send out the true meaning and the idea of “One for all, All for one”.
What the rugby community is trying to promote.
"All for the better of the game and community over the individual.",Let's take a look at the details of the games that are going to be held this year.,Country - University: Team
Japan - Waseda University: Waseda University Rugby Football Club *The host
England - Oxford University: Oxford University RFC(England) *Previous hosts
South Africa - University of Cape Town: UCT Ikey Tigers *Previous Tournaments Champions
Canada - University of British Columbia: UBC Thunderbirds
Russia - Siberian Federal University: SibFU Rugby Club
New Zealand - New Zealand University: New Zealand Universities Rugby Football Inc *Collective Team
Australia - The University of Sydney: Sydney University Football Club *First Time Participants
France - University of Bordeaux *First Time Participants and the planned host for the 2023 WURIT
,- Monday 16th September: The Opening Ceremony
Waseda University Building 14 Hall.
Followed by an opening party at Okuma Garden House.
- Tuesday 17th September: Training
Training at Nerima Ward Training Pitch/ Kami Igusa Sports Centre etc.
※Followed by an event with the local children.
- Wednesday 18th September: Match Day 1
Kami Igusa Ground/ Yokokawa Electric Corp Ground
- Thursday 19th September: Training
Nerima Ward Oizumi Sakura Park/ Kami Igusa Sports Centre etc.
※Followed by an event with the local children.
- Friday 20th September: Match Day 2
Kami Igusa Ground/ Yokokawa Electric Corp Ground/ Meiji Yasuda Ground
- Saturday 21st September: Training
Nerima Ward Training Pitch／Suginami Ward Igusa Mori Public Park.
※Followed by an event with the local children.
- Sunday 22nd September: Match Day 3
Placing tournament for the 5th to the 10th at Kami Igusa Ground.
- Monday 23rd September: Match Day 4
Placing tournament for the 1st to the 4th.
Aftermatch Function at Kami Igusa Ground,Promote the Founding Values of Rugby
To pass on the legacy for a bigger and better game of Rugby.
Pros or amateurs, future players, all in to make this happen under the world of DIVERSITY, which plays a huge role contributing to this.
For a game that helps build the spirit, gathers people to unite.
WURIT serves the players a core role allowing them to discover or rediscover these pure values.
Hoping that this will help people who were involved grow and create a path to make a world that is better.
,The Rugby World Cup is also being held in Japan this year.
Head to read the "The Ultimate Rugby World Cup Region Guide" for info on where to go around the locations where the rugby games are to be held.,We are very happy that our crowdfunding team was able to take part in supporting this tournament.
We wish all the best to those who are playing and watching this tournament.
Hope all goes well.#tokyo#entertainment#world university rugby invitation tournament
The Ultimate Rugby World Cup Region GuideAre you ready for the RWC2019!?
Covering the basics of the games
- When is the world cup held?
- Where are the games held at?
- Which countries are participating?
to more in detail on what you can do nearby those venues.
- What's available around the area?
Let's take a look at how to get the most out of your RWC 2019 visit to Japan!
,When:
The games are held between 20th of September till the 2nd of November.
That's 44 days in total and the seasons during this period in Japan is from the end of summer going into autumn/winter.
The temperature can be somewhere around in the late 20s (degrees in Celsius) in September, dropping down to somewhere around 10 degrees in November.
So, depending on when you are coming you'll need to pack for totally different clothes.
Where:
There are 12 stadiums/venues across the country.
(I'll take you through the different areas later in this article.)
Attending Countries:
There are 20 countries participating, and those are;
Argentina (10), Australia (6), Canada (21), England (4), Fiji (9), France (8), Georgia (12), Ireland (3), Italy (14), Japan (11), Namibia (23), New Zealand (1), Russia (20), Samoa (16), Scotland (7), South Africa (5), Tonga (13), Uruguay (17), USA (15), Wales (2)
Numbers in the brackets are the country's world ranking.,
Sapporo Dome (Sapporo, Hokkaido)
Official Website
Things to do: Visit the Sapporo beer museum for the
Food nearby: Try the Kaisendon, the Japanese seafood delight in a bowl.
Places to go: See Biei - A Spectacle to Behold! Rolling Hills and Rainbow Fields! or see the Best 9 Sightseeing Spots in Sapporo!
Trekking through Hokkaido w/ a NISSAN Rent a Car!,
Kamaishi Unosumai Memorial Stadium (Kamaishi, Iwate)
Official Website
Things to do: Take a road trip around the Tohoku region or head down to Miyagi to the Zao Fox Village.
Food nearby: Try the "Wankosoba" or drive down to Yamagata to try the cuisine in Tendo city.
Places to go: It's not just the cuisine that's famous in Tendo, visit Ginzan Onsen town to take a great soak in the hot springs. See the temple with a great history.,Kumagaya Rugby Stadium (Kumagaya, Saitama)
Official Website (Japanese)
Things to do: Go to Tobu Zoo to hop on the rides and to see the animals.
Food nearby: Try the unique udon noodle that is only available here at the Hanyu Parking Area.
Places to go: Visit Kawagoe, the so-called the Little Edo town
Nissan Stadium (Yokohama, Kanagawa)
Official Website
Things to do: Shop at Yokohama's largest shopping mall for goodies to take back home.
(Also don't forget to grab your free train pass for the Enoden to head down to Enoshima!)
Food nearby: Enoshima's famous Japanese whitebait dishes!
Places to go: head down to Enoshima and Kamakura for a historical yet modern journey. ,Ajinomoto Stadium (Tokyo)
Official Website
Things to do: Shop at the famous Japanese knife shop in Kappabashi culinary shopping streets near Asakusa, or rent a kimono at the hotel you're staying.
Food nearby: There's just too many to choose from but here are some to get you started.
- 4 places you can try the Japanese beef at.
- The culture of All you can eat. The "Houdai" restaurants to cure your cravings of food.
Places to go: Try the Sento, to soak up some Japanese culture of the public baths.
See the famous robot restaurant! (Grab the 25% discount coupon on this page!),Ogasayama Sports Park ECOPA(Shizuoka)
Official Website
Things to do: Do a road trip to enjoy the scenery around the area.
Food nearby: Head down to Shizuoka's Numazu port in Shizuoka.
Places to go: Go to see Mount Fuji. See the famous distillery in Yamanashi
Toyota Stadium (Toyota, Aichi)
Official Website
Things to do: Head down to Mie for a great family vacation at the Suzuka Racing Circuits.
Food nearby: have the time to travel? Go to Kanazawa for a gourmet exploration.
Places to go: Go to Nagoya for a day trip,
Hanazono Rugby Stadium (Higashi-Osaka, Osaka)
Official Website (Japanese)
Things to do: See the local arcade market in Kuromon.
Food nearby: Go for a true local bowl of noodles.
Places to go: Go to the Osaka castle.
Noevir Stadium (Kobe)
Official Website (Japanese)
Things to do: Take a look at this Kansai drive around guide.
Food nearby: Must try the Kobe Beef!
Places to go: Go to see the cute Rilakkuma Cafe in Kyoto or head to Himeji for a story of Cosmetics and Japan's World Heritage.,Higashi (Fukuoka, Fukuoka)
Official Website (Japanese)
Things to do: Shop at the famous Canal City in Hakata
Food nearby: Try the street food or the Yatai at the heart of Fukuoka.
Places to go: See the amazing geology of Akiyoshidai in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Egao Kenko Stadium (Kumamoto, Kumamoto)
Official Website
Things to do: Go east, for a road trip around the four prefectures in Shikoku!
Food nearby: Head to Hiroshima to experience the ultimate gourmet tour.
Places to go: Go on a road trip around Kyushu
Oita Sports Park (Oita)
Official Website
Things to do: Soak in Japan's oldest hot springs in Ehime, also known as the sight of Spirited Away
Food nearby: Try the pork in Kagoshima, the Kagoshima Black Pork! See the difference in the flavour and its texture. Or give this Kagoshima Ramen a go?
Places to go: See the great Motonosumi Inari Shrine, voted by CNN as a must-see shrine in Japan. Go on a road trip around south Kyushu.,About the World University Rugby Invitation Tournament (WURIT).
Our crowdfunding team J-Funding has successfully completed this support, the games are happening and will take place soon. Keep up to date with this Official Website.#tokyo#entertainment#hokkaido
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