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Whether you already have a destination in mind or are seeking inspiration, Michi & Co. is here to craft your perfect journey to Japan.
Discover our featured prefectures, each with highlight-worthy places to explore.
Hokkaido is Japan’s northernmost prefecture, known for its natural beauty, snowy winters, fresh seafood, and vibrant seasonal festivals.
HOKKAIDO
Nagano is a mountainous prefecture
in central Japan, known for Kamikōchi Valley, hot springs, ski resorts, and
historic temples.
Gifu is a landlocked prefecture in central Japan, known for the traditional thatched-roof village of Shirakawa-go and historic towns like Takayama.
GIFU
Niigata is a coastal prefecture in central Japan, known for its high-quality rice, sake, ski resorts, and the scenic Kiyotsu Gorge, along with Sea of Japan views.
NIIGATA
Kyoto Prefecture is known for its ancient temples, traditional tea houses, and cultural heritage, also the iconic torii gate of Fushimi Inari Shrine.
KYOTO
Hyogo Prefecture is located in western Japan and is known for Kobe’s city charm, Himeji Castle, and scenic hot springs like Kinosaki Onsen.
Hiroshima Prefecture is known for
its historic Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, and
the sacred island of Miyajima.
HIROSHIMA
FUKUOKA & OITA
MIYAZAKI & KUMAMOTO
NAGASAKI & SAGA
Toyama, a scenic prefecture on the Sea of Japan, is known for the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, fresh seafood, and mountain views, also seen from river cruises.
TOYAMA
Shizuoka is a coastal prefecture famous
for its views of Mount Fuji, green tea plantations, and relaxing hot springs.
SHIZUOKA
Tokyo is Japan’s bustling capital,
known for its mix of modern skyscrapers, historic temples, pop culture, and
endless entertainment.
TOKYO
Kanagawa, a coastal prefecture south of Tokyo, is known for Yokohama’s port city vibe, Hakone’s hot springs, historic Kamakura, and Hayama’s serene beaches.
KANAGAWA
Ishikawa is a coastal prefecture known for the historic city of Kanazawa, traditional crafts, and beautifully preserved samurai and geisha districts.
ISHIKAWA
Nara Prefecture is known for its ancient temples, friendly deer in Nara Park, and being Japan’s first permanent capital.
NARA
Mie is a coastal prefecture in central Japan, known for the sacred Ise Grand Shrine, scenic coastal landscapes, and traditional pearl cultivation.
MIE
Osaka Prefecture is known for its vibrant city life, street food culture, historical landmarks, and friendly, lively atmosphere.
OSAKA
Yamagata Prefecture is known for scenic mountains like Mount Zao’s famous snow monsters in winter, and hot springs like Ginzan Onsen.
YAMAGATA
AOMORI & AKITA
Fukushima Prefecture is known for its scenic nature, hot springs, and Ōuchi-juku, a historic post town with preserved
Edo-period thatched-roof houses.
FUKUSHIMA
Tochigi Prefecture is known for
Nikkō’s historic shrines, hot springs, and Ashikaga Flower Park’s stunning wisteria.
TOCHIGI
Fukui Prefecture is known for its
dinosaur fossils, rugged coastline, and Eiheiji Temple, a historic Zen monastery.
FUKUI
Wakayama Prefecture is known for
Kōya-san’s sacred temples,
coastal hot springs, and Nachi Falls, Japan’s tallest waterfall.