Japan is a country rich in cultural heritage and natural beauty, offering many unique destinations. Today let’s see few of the most unique places in Japan which you should explore while visiting this stunning nation. These are few of the lesser-known spots which are very unique.
1. Zao Fox Village
Zao Fox Village, also known as Miyagi Zao Fox Village, is a unique and fascinating destination located in the mountains near Shiroishi in Miyagi Prefecture. It is one of the few places in the world where visitors can interact with a large number of free-roaming foxes. Home to hundreds of adorable Japanese Foxes of different varieties and some other animals. It is also a dream come true for any animal lover who wants to get up close and personal with these adorable cuties.
2. Battleship Island
Hashima Island commonly referred as Gunkanjima laying around 20 Km from Nagasaki port this is a tiny abandoned island. Till 1974 it used to be a prosperous mining town. Once use to home of more than 5,000 people the island is opened for tourists in 2009 and later became UNESCO world heritage site in 2015. This island also has many haunted stories attached to it so, be ready to encounter some haunted experience here.
3. Cat Island
As the name indicate these tiny islands are ruled by cats. Actually, there are around 11 small islands in Japan which are ruled by cats. The most famous and touristic one is Aoshima another Cat isalnds where you could visit are Tashirojima island and Onomichi city in Hiroshima.
4. Hamamatsu Flower Garden
Hamamatsu Flower Park is a massive botanical garden laying on the shores of Hamama Lake. The park hosts over 3,000 different species of plants, offering sights of splendid colors and beautiful collaborations of flowers. You should hop on to the flower train which will show you around while guiding about all the different flowers. You can visit here throughout the year.
5. Kojima - The Jeans Town
Kojima is a paradise for fashion lovers especially those who likes to wear Jeans. Here you will find Jeans all around you from the moment you will enter Kojima Town in Okayama. These Jeans are unique and are inspired by Japanese style aesthetic. Photos and posters of jeans are everywhere on coins, vending machines, bus etc. even you will get to know the history of jeans here through these pictures.
6. Rabbit Island
Another Island in Japan dedicated to an animal. Welcome to Okunoshima Island, here you will see lots of adorable Rabbits roaming freely in forest and fields. In fact, you will encounter them reaching you asking for food. At present there are around 1,000 rabbits living on the island attracting thousands of tourists every year.
7. Hiyo Koke no Sato Moss Garden
Hoyo Koke no Sato Moss Garden is a serene and enchanting destination located in the town of Maizuru in Kyoto Prefecture. It is a hidden gem known for its lush, green moss garden that offers a tranquil escape into nature. It is home to a variety of moss species, creating a soft, green carpet that covers the ground, rocks, and tree trunks. The lush moss gives the garden an ethereal and tranquil atmosphere.
Each of these destinations showcases a different aspect of Japan’s diverse and captivating landscapes and cultures, making them unique places to explore.
Keep travelling and take care of Nature.
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