Travelling to Japan - again? Planning your itinerary as a frequent traveller can get repetitive, and while classic tourist spots like Tokyo remain as a must-go, ever wondered where do the Tokyo locals go for a quick trip? If you need a break from the city, here are some quaint spots in the countryside that make for good day trips...
PHOTO: AsiaOne/Kimberly FooPlanning your itinerary as a frequent traveller can get repetitive, and while classic tourist spots like Tokyo remain as a must-go, ever wondered where do the Tokyo locals go for a quick trip?
Instead, snap some pictures along the beach and take in the scenery of the serene torii gate standing against the powerful waves from afar.Add a burst of colour to your Instagram feed at Hitachi Seaside Park! With rolling hills of seasonal blooms, step into a vibrant world of endless flowerbeds - just don't forget to wear your best dress for the perfect shot.
Nestled right at the foot of Mt Nantai, add some excitement to your trip by taking in the views while paddling across the lake! Sail away with dynamic mountain views as your backdrop on a unique Stand-Up Paddling trail. Observe the falls up close through an elevator that brings you all the way to the foot of the waterfall to a safe viewing platform area.
Luckily for us fruit lovers, fruit picking and tasting are part of the experience at Harada Farm. We got there just in time to pick fresh Shine Muscat grapes off the vine and filled up our baskets with beautiful ripened Akagi apples - which are native to Gunma prefecture.Here's another hidden gem you don't want to miss - the Fukiware Falls which was sculpted by nature, by a river cutting through a dramatic stone canyon formed by a volcanic eruption over nine million years ago.
And if that's not enough, dive into the sprawling seafood spread at the table located right in the centre of the restaurant. Choose to grill or steam your picks just the way you like!Find refuge after a long day in the mountains at this outpost in Nikko City. Housed in a traditional Japanese house, Nikko Coffee is a quaint little cafe serving up coffee and desserts with a Western influence.
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