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Aerial View of Miyakojima Beach, with Miyakojima Tokyu Hotel

About Okinawa

Okinawa Prefecture is the southernmost prefecture in Japan, consisting of 160 islands, of which approximately 50 are inhabited. The prefectural capital is Naha on Okinawa Honto, the main island, where approximately 90% of the prefectural population resides. The majority of the prefecture lies within the subtropical zone, boasting pristine oceans, fine-sand beaches, and a treasure trove of rare animals secluded amongst lush

          Japan's Most Popular Route for First Time Travelers.

The Golden Route is the name of Japan's most popular first-timer's tour route that includes some of Japan's famous cities and attractions. It is a great way for first-time visitors to Japan to experience the country's history, culture, and modernity. For example, these are some of the famous stops along the Golden Route. Tokyo: A dynamic metropolis. Hakone & Mt. Fuji: A place of scenic beauty and indulgent relaxation. Nagoya: The four

The Hokuriku region is located in the center of Honshu, the largest and populous island of Japan. Ishikawa and Toyama Prefectures are jewels of this region, and they each feature a Tokyu Hotel!

More About Toyama and Ishikawa Prefectures

The western coast of both Toyama and Ishikawa prefectures face the Sea of Japan. From these waters, abundant with fish and crustaceans, come fresh and delicious snow crabs, yellowtail and white shrimp, making the region a seafood mecca for both locals and tourists

Osaka is Best Known for its Ubiquitous Cuisine and Energetic Locals.

Osaka is located roughly in the center of Japan's main island of Honshu. It is about 500 kilometers from Tokyo but can be reached in two and a half hours via Shinkansen bullet train. Osaka is often referred to among Japanese as a rival city to Tokyo, but Osaka has a longer history as a metropolis. Toyotomi Hideyoshi, who united Japan for the first time, built Osaka Castle in the center of the city, and although rebuilt after Wor

Shibuya AXSH!

Tokyo's Shibuya district, famous for its iconic Shibuya Scramble Crossing, where between 1,000 and 3,000 people crowd the crossing on an average signal change, is one of the most dynamic and modern areas of the city. Now, adding to the newness comes Shibuya AXSH! This 23-story multi-use complex is scheduled to open on July 8, 2024, at the intersection of Aoyama and Shibuya wards. It will house restaurants, retail shops, art galleries, and business offices. The retail, food and beve

The Andaru Collection Niseko features only six private villas. Each villa unit has two exclusive-use floors, with personalized service to all guests from across the world. The sight of these villas standing side-by-side, like a kamakura, Japan's traditional snow hut, evokes the feeling of a fairy tale village.

They are located in Niseko, the most prominent ski resort region of Hokkaido, Japan's northern-most main island. It is a 2-hour drive Southwest from Sapporo, Hokkaido's capital and largest

Kyoto, once home to emperors and aristocrats, has a history of more than 1,200 years and is one of the most refined and sophisticated places in the world. This long-standing culture is not an ancient art, but rather a living, evolving tradition that continues to transform in the modern age. People are always fascinated by the beauty and sophistication of its diverse offerings such as its perfectionist Japanese food culture, registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage and elegant crafts,

Shops and restaurants on the south side of Kichijoji Station

Kichijoji is one of the most popular residential areas in Tokyo. In fact, the vast and lovely Inokashira Park, just a few-minutes-walk from Kichijoji Station, is a relaxing, green respite within the city. In the center of Inokashira, is an expansive boating lake, beckoning you to jump into a rental rowboat or swan pedal boat.

In Spring, Sakura Surround the Boating Lake at Inokashira Park.

On the other side of the park, the Ghibli Museum,

THE HOTEL HIGASHIYAMA by Kyoto Tokyu opened July 7, 2022. Situated in a prime location, surrounded by an array of cultural and artistic facilities, this luxury boutique hotel exudes Japanese sensibility in both design aesthetics and warm omotenashi hospitality. Guests will find their stay so pleasurable that it becomes a purposeful part of their Kyoto visit.

Inspired by Traditional Kyoto Culture with a Modern Twist
The five-story hotel features 168 guest rooms located on floors 1 to 5.

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Yonezawa is a castle town in Yamagata Prefecture (Northern Honshu) that was once home to the Uesugi clan (14th-17th Centuries). The original castle buildings have been long destroyed, but Ueshugi Jinja Shrine, which was built at the center of the site, remains. The shrine is dedicated to the powerful warrior, Uesugi Kenshin, and features a treasure house filled with original artifacts, which enhance the town’s Samurai-era ambiance. Yonezawa is also famous for traditional crafts and local culinar

For more than 1,200 years since the emperor Kanmu moved the capital from Nara, Kyoto has been Japan’s center of culture, art, and cuisine. The Higashiyama ward especially, is home to a plethora of national treasures, temples, shrines, and historic districts. These include Kiyomizudera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Gion, an entertainment district famous for its Geisha. Also, Higashiyama ward is surrounded by the Higashiyama mountains and the Kamo river, where visitors can stroll and take in

The Capitol Hotel Tokyu, located in the heart of Tokyo and already honored with a Five-Star rating by Forbes Travel Guide, has now been certified as a "Legend Collection" property by "Preferred Hotels & Resorts." This graceful building with modern flare and traditional Japanese subtleties was designed by famed architect Kengo Kuma. It recently celebrated its tenth anniversary as a luxurious oasis in Akasaka. It is Japan’s first-ever Legend Collection hotel. Described as an elegant cocoon of Japa

Kanazawa is the capital of Japan's Ishikawa Prefecture, along the Japan Seacoast. Because of its rich cultural history and preserved art and architecture, it is often called the Jewel of the Hokuriku - Central Honshu - region.

Historically, Kanazawa was the headquarters of the Kaga Domain during the Edo Period (1603-1868). The Kaga Domain was Japan’s second most powerful, after the Tokugawa Shogunate, located in Eastern Honshu. 

The Maeda Clan, headquartered in Kanazawa, were the Kaga Domain's feu