Explore Asia Tourism In 2026
Explore Obihiro and Tokachi in Hokkaido: ban’ei horse racing, Tokachigawa onsen, famous sweets, garden routes, food and access from Sapporo.
Explore Susukino Sapporo: ramen alley, izakaya, shopping, safety tips, Namboku subway access and Feb 4–11 2027 Snow Festival ice sculptures.
Shuri Castle 2026 guide: Seiden main hall reopens November 23 with timed reservations; ¥400 adult entry until Nov 21, ¥1,000 afterward.
Visit Kumano Nachi Taisha in Wakayama: free shrine entry, Nachi Falls 300 yen viewpoint, Daimonzaka trail, Seigantoji pagoda and bus access.
Explore Izumi, Kagoshima in winter 2026–27: crane viewing November 1–March 14, observation center rules, samurai residences, access and ethical photography.
Visit Shiraito Falls near Fukuoka: 24-metre waterfall, seasonal nagashi somen, yamame fishing, free parking, Itoshima bus and 25-minute forest walk.
Plan Shima Onsen in Gunma: Sekizenkan ryokan, day-use baths, Shima Blue lakes, access from Nakanojo, seasonal hikes and onsen etiquette.
Visit Honpukuji Mizumido Water Temple on Awaji Island: Tadao Ando architecture, lotus pond, ¥400 adult admission, 9–5 hours and Kobe access.
Visit Heian Jingu Shrine Kyoto: free outer grounds, ¥600 Shin’en Garden, seasonal 6 a.m. opening, giant torii, cherry blossoms and Okazaki sights.
Plan Naeba Ski Resort in winter 2026–27: tentative December 18 opening, Dragondola to Kagura, lift passes, Echigo-Yuzawa buses and family skiing.
Explore South Bali’s Ngurah Rai mangroves: original trekking photos, conservation, 2026 access warning, old ticket claims and safer alternatives.
Plan Sagamiko Illumillion 2026–27: November 14–May 9, ¥1,900–2,300 adult entry by date, winter lights, night rides and 8-minute station bus.