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Japan Travel Updates March 2022 |
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Current COVID-19 Advisory Information
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Japan Safe Travel Twitter – Stay Up to Date
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Educational Tools & Resources |
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Fukui Prefecture –
Experience Japan’s Largest Zen Buddhist Training Site
At Eiheiji Temple ―founded in 1244 by Master Dogen― visitors get to walk around as actual monks in training go about their daily lives. Next to the Zen monastery stands the Hakujukan hotel, where guests can practice ‘zazen’ under the guidance of “Zen Concierges” trained at Eiheiji and try ‘shojin-ryori’, the vegetarian cuisine of Buddhist monks. Visitors who spend the night at Hakujukan can also take part in the temple’s daily morning service at the break of dawn.
Find more travel inspiration on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube at #ExperienceFukui
Learn More: https://www.hakujukan-eiheiji.jp/en/index/
Contact: tour291@fuku-e.com
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Visit Kinosaki – Mother Earth Adventure Tours
Mother Earth Adventure Tours take people all around the Takeno coast, which forms part of the San’in Kaigan UNESCO Geopark. Exploring caves and learning about the geological history of Japan are two highlights of the company’s guided tours. Weather permitting, those who embark on Mother Earth Adventure Tours’ activities can enjoy the area’s white sandy beaches and stunningly crystal clear water.
Learn More: http://visitkinosaki.com/things-to-do/mother-earth-adventure-tours/
Contact: meri@t-motherearth.com
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Visit Kinosaki TikTok Account
We are now spreading the word about Kinosaki Onsen, one of Japan's best
hot spring towns, through our new TikTok account! Widely recognized as one
of Japan's most picturesque destinations for a hot spring getaway, future
guests can experience the beauty and ambience of Kinosaki and surrounding
areas through our TikTok account @visitkinosaki.
Viewers can relish in Kinosaki's 1300-year-old rich history as they
virtually stroll through the willow-lined streets of town next to the
magnificent Otani River. In person, visitors are encouraged to go "onsen
hopping," where they can appreciate the unique bathing experiences each hot
spring has to offer.
Contact: info@toyooka-tourism.com
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Kochi Prefecture – Osaka to Kochi
Need some new ideas for extended trips from Kansai? The new website will suggest you 4 routes with different theme and mode of transportation from Osaka to Kochi, located in the southern part of Shikoku island.
Whichever route you choose, the combination of megacity and countryside will take you to the journey between modernity and tradition which remains in rural Japan making your trip an unforgettable one.
Shikoku was awarded 6th place in the Top 10 Regions in “Best in Travel 2022” by Lonely Planet.
Learn more: https://osakatokochi.com/
Kochi Visitors & Convention Association Contact: inbound@kvca.jp
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Kyoto City Tourism Association – Joshokoji Temple
Joshokoji Temple is a great place in Kyoto for taking in the globally celebrated cherry blossom season. This schedule lends some insight into the best times for cherry blossom views based on previous years’ blooming timing; it can be inferred that the tail end of March is the best time for seeing full bloom. In addition to enjoying the cherry blossoms, visitors can learn about this site’s fascinating history, including the garden’s very old trees.
Learn more: https://kyoto.travel/en/
Contact: +81-075-853-0003
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Explore Shizuoka – Guided Hiking Tours to Summit of Mt. Fuji
Mt. Fuji is open to hikers from July 1 to August 31. Whole Earth Nature School, founded at the base of Mt. Fuji in 1982, offers eco-tours ranging from summiting the mountain to exploring the lava caves. With an unwavering focus on environmentalism, Whole Earth Nature School dedicates itself to not only taking people on exclusive nature tours, but also teaching them how to protect the natural beauty of Mt. Fuji and the surrounding areas.
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Planning Incentive Trips?
JNTO is here to help! We can provide you with updated information, advice, brochures, and more to make yours a trip to remember. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our office between 9 AM and 5 PM Pacific Standard Time. We look forward to assisting you!
JNTO Hotline: (213) 623-1952
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Learn about Japan and become a Japan Travel Specialist (JTS)
Will your customers be able to find you when they click on that link from our website? If you have registered as a Japan Travel Specialist, the answer is yes. Just watch a few educational videos and take three short quizzes to become part of our JTS Program. See the website for details.
You can also contact our office for travel brochures and language handbooks. Please e-mail infolax@jnto.go.jp for more information. |
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THE FINE PRINT/LEGAL STUFF
Information is provided in this Japan Travel Update as a courtesy to readers of this newsletter. Though JNTO endeavors to ensure the information is accurate, users of the information are to act on such using their own judgment and at their own risk. Neither JNTO nor any holder of a copyright to the information shall be held responsible in any way whatsoever for any loss or misunderstanding, either direct or indirect, that is incurred as a result of utilizing the information. |
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