Japan's Regions
Central Honshu
Chubu, which means Central Section is the middle region of Honshu, and the center of the entire country. It straddles central Honshu from the Pacific Ocean to the Japan Sea, encompassing... More
Kansai and Kyoto
Boasting more than 1600 Buddhist temples, more than 400 Shinto shrines and 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites, Kyoto is one of the world’s most culturally rich treasures. Such riches are... More
Shikoku
The smallest of Japan’s main island, Shikoku lies just across the Seto-naikai from Honshu. While it hosts a long history of religious and political significance, Shikoku remains overwhelmingly... More
Tokyo
Everyone knows something of Tokyo. Most of this knowledge lies in the fact that the city is a dizzying idiosyncrasy, rooted in the international influence that makes this city uniquely Japanese.... More
Western Honshu
Chugoku, or the western section of Honshu, is the land between the island of Kyushu to the west and Hyogo-ken to the east. It is a land with a distant past and charming allure. Discover the... More
