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The mileage is 320km, which is quite long, so we recommend starting early. Also, be sure to use the expressway where it can be used, and try to shorten the travel time.

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If you can get up early, we recommend eating breakfast at [Numazu Fish Maket]. There are some restaurant streets where you can enjoy fresh seafood just landed at Numazu Port, and it is crowded with many tourists every day.

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Next, take the highway (E1) to [Nihondaira]. This is a hilly area with an altitude of 307m. The panoramic view of Mt. Fuji, Shimizu Port, the Izu Peninsula, and the Southern Alps below is truly one of the best views in Japan. You can drive to the top of the hill.

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The next recommendation is [Tea Museum Shizuoka], a museum specializing in tea. Shizuoka is the largest producer of tea in Japan. In addition to a museum that introduces the tea industry, history, culture, and functionality, there are also Japanese gardens, tea rooms, restaurants, and shops. Of cause you can enjoy high quarity tea and tea products.

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The last place to visit on this day is [Toyokawa Inari Temple]. During the Edo period (1603-1868), Toyokawa Inari spread throughout the country as a god of prosperous business, family safety, and good fortune among the common people. Even now, about 5 million people visit here every year.

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Nagoya offers a variety of delicious gourmet foods. In particular, hitsumabushi, miso katsu, miso stewed udon, Nagoya cochin, and kishimen are recommended.

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The mileage is 320km, which is quite long, so we recommend starting early. Also, be sure to use the expressway where it can be used, and try to shorten the travel time.

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The first place to visit on this day is [Toyokawa Inari Temple]. During the Edo period (1603-1868), Toyokawa Inari spread throughout the country as a god of prosperous business, family safety, and good fortune among the common people. Even now, about 5 million people visit here every year.

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The next recommendation is [Tea Museum Shizuoka], a museum specializing in tea. Shizuoka is the largest producer of tea in Japan. In addition to a museum that introduces the tea industry, history, culture, and functionality, there are also Japanese gardens, tea rooms, restaurants, and shops.Of cause you can enjoy high quarity tea and tea products.

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Next, take the highway (E1) to [Nihondaira]. This is a hilly area with an altitude of 307m. The panoramic view of Mt. Fuji, Shimizu Port, the Izu Peninsula, and the Southern Alps below is truly one of the best views in Japan. You can drive to the top of the hill.

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If you have time, we recommend that you stop by [Numazu Fish Maket]. There are some restaurant streets where you can enjoy fresh seafood just landed at Numazu Port, and it is crowded with many tourists every day.

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On this day you will stay in Hakone or Atami. Both are super famous hot spring areas. Please relax and heal from the active day.

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The mileage is 190-270km, which is very long, so it is recommended to leave the hotel early. Also, be sure to use the expressway where it can be used, and try to shorten the travel time.

(Note) The arrival time is calculated based on arrival at Osaka. Please subtract about 30 minutes if arriving in Kyoto. Also, please add about 30 minutes when arriving at Kansai Airport.

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The first destination of the day is [Gifu]. Please visit Gifu Castle, the old streets of Gifu, and the Great Buddha Hall as a set. However, if your schedule is tight on this day, take a smaller walk to save time.

[Gifu Castle] is the most recommended point in Gifu. Built on top of Mt. Kinka, this castle is also known as an impregnable castle, and was once the residence of Oda Nobunaga, the leader of Japan’s Warring States period. The ropeway takes you to the top of the mountain, and the view from the top of Mt. Kinka is also great.

[Old streets of Gifu] is located in Kawara Town, about 600m from Ropeway Sanroku Station. It is a spot where you can enjoy good old Japanese houses, traditional crafts, gourmet food, etc. just by walking around. It is convenient because there are cafes and restaurants that can be used for lunch and breaks.

[Gifu Great Buddha] is a seated statue considered to be one of Japan’s three great Buddhas, and is 13.63 meters tall. Its gentle expression and majesty, and the quiet interior of the Great Buddha Hall are truly a healing space. It is located at Shoboji Temple, about 500m from Ropeway Sanroku Station.

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Your next visit will be [Hikone Castle]. It is famous as one of the original castle towers designated as a national treasure. You can enjoy seasonal scenery such as cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, autumn leaves, and snowy scenery.

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Next, you will drive to [Omihachiman]. Hachimanbori here is a tourist destination that is also known as a location for historical drama, and the season of cherry blossoms and autumn leaves is especially recommended. The cityscape, which retains the remnants of the old days, is lined with townhouses and warehouses and looks as if time has stopped for centuries. We recommend that you take a leisurely stroll here.

If you get tired, take a short break at a Japanese sweets shop called [La Collina Omihachiman]. You can replenish sweets in a calm atmosphere. You can also eat lunch on the 2nd floor.

１７：３５

On this day you will stay in Hakone or Atami. Both are super famous hot spring areas. Please relax and heal from the active day.

９：００

The mileage is 190-270km, which is very long, so it is recommended to leave the hotel early. Also, be sure to use the expressway where it can be used, and try to shorten the travel time.

(Note) The arrival time is calculated based on leaving Osaka. Please subtract about 30 minutes if leaving Kyoto. Also, please add about 30 minutes when leaving Kansai Airport.

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Your first visit for the day is [Omihachiman]. Hachimanbori here is a tourist destination that is also known as a location for historical drama, and the season of cherry blossoms and autumn leaves is especially recommended. The cityscape, which retains the remnants of the old days, is lined with townhouses and warehouses and looks as if time has stopped for centuries. We recommend that you take a leisurely stroll here.

If you get tired, take a short break at a Japanese sweets shop called [La Collina Omihachiman]. You can replenish sweets in a calm atmosphere. You can also eat lunch on the 2nd floor.

１２：１５

Your next visit will be [Hikone Castle]. It is famous as one of the original castle towers designated as a national treasure. You can enjoy seasonal scenery such as cherry blossoms, fresh greenery, autumn leaves, and snowy scenery.

１４：３０

The last destination of the day is [Gifu]. Please visit Gifu Castle, the old streets of Gifu, and the Great Buddha Hall as a set. However, if your schedule is tight on this day, take a smaller walk to save time.

[Gifu Castle] is the most recommended point in Gifu. Built on top of Mt. Kinka, this castle is also known as an impregnable castle, and was once the residence of Oda Nobunaga, the leader of Japan’s Warring States period. The ropeway takes you to the top of the mountain, and the view from the top of Mt. Kinka is also great.

[Old streets of Gifu] is located in Kawara Town, about 600m from Ropeway Sanroku Station. It is a spot where you can enjoy good old Japanese houses, traditional crafts, gourmet food, etc. just by walking around. It is convenient because there are cafes and restaurants that can be used for lunch and breaks.

[Gifu Great Buddha] is a seated statue considered to be one of Japan’s three great Buddhas, and is 13.63 meters tall. Its gentle expression and majesty, and the quiet interior of the Great Buddha Hall are truly a healing space. It is located at Shoboji Temple, about 500m from Ropeway Sanroku Station.

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Nagoya offers a variety of delicious gourmet foods. In particular, hitsumabushi, miso katsu, miso stewed udon, Nagoya cochin, and kishimen are recommended.

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The mileage is normal at 140km, but if you are going to many sightseeing spots, we recommend leaving the hotel early. In addition, please try to shorten the travel time by using expressways wherever possible.

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Your first visit for the day is [Karato Market & Kamon Wharf]. You can enjoy fresh seafood, especially the nationally famous puffer fish from Shimonoseki. We recommend eating breakfast here rather than at the hotel.

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Next, you will head to Mekari Daini Observatory. It is a secret observatory to see Kanmon bridge over the Kanmon Strait. Known as a filming location for movies, it is also popular as a viewing point for the sunset.
Enjoy amazing veiw which only road trippers can enjoy!

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The next destination is [Mojiko Port Retro Area]. From the late Meiji period (1868-1912), Mojiko prospered as an international trading port along with Yokohama and Kobe. There are many retro buildings that still retain the vestiges of those days, and you can enjoy the feeling of having slipped back in time to the good old days.

If you want to have lunch, “Yaki curry-焼きカレー”, a grilled curry rice is the most famous local dish.

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Next, you will head to [Hiraodai], one of the three major karsts in Japan. Over a long period of time, the earth has been eroded by rainwater and groundwater, and the topography (the view of limestone pillars standing in a grassland) is a masterpiece. The drive on the karst plateau to the destination is also exhilarating and the best.

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The last place to visit on this day is [Miyajidake Shrine]. Many worshipers come from all over the country as the god of business prosperity, traffic safety, and home safety. In addition, the large shimenawa rope hanging over the main hall of the shrine is 11 meters long, 2.6 meters in diameter, and weighs 3 tons, making it the largest in Japan.

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There are many hotels in Fukuoka city. Any area is convenient as long as it is central. Fukuoka offers a wide variety of culinary delights. For dinner, try Hakata ramen, Motsu nabe (Motsu hot pot), and other local Fukuoka foods, or even try one of the famous Yatai stalls.

If this is the end of your Kyushu road trip, please refuel and then return the car to the car rental branch. Use the MAPCODE on the driving map for the nearest rental car stores and gas stations at Hakata Station and Fukuoka Airport.

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The mileage is normal at 140km. But if your departure time is late, such as leaving in the afternoon, adjust your schedule by taking the expressway or skipping some spots.

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The first place to visit on this day is [Miyajidake Shrine]. Many worshipers come from all over the country as the god of business prosperity, traffic safety, and home safety. In addition, the large shimenawa rope hanging over the main hall of the shrine is 11 meters long, 2.6 meters in diameter, and weighs 3 tons, making it the largest in Japan.

To next spot Hiraodai, we recommend you to take expressway(E3).

１１：５０

Next, you will head to [Hiraodai], one of the three major karsts in Japan. Over a long period of time, the earth has been eroded by rainwater and groundwater, and the topography (the view of limestone pillars standing in a grassland) is a masterpiece. The drive on the karst plateau to the destination is also exhilarating and the best.

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The next destination is [Mojiko Port Retro Area]. From the late Meiji period (1868-1912), Mojiko prospered as an international trading port along with Yokohama and Kobe. There are many retro buildings that still retain the vestiges of those days, and you can enjoy the feeling of having slipped back in time to the good old days.

If you want to have lunch, “Yaki curry-焼きカレー”, a grilled curry rice is the most famous local dish.

１５：３０

Next, you will head to Mekari Daini Observatory. It is a secret observatory to see Kanmon bridge over the Kanmon Strait. Known as a filming location for movies, it is also popular as a viewing point for the sunset.
Enjoy amazing veiw which only road trippers can enjoy!

１７：００

Your last visit for the day is [Karato Market & Kamon Wharf]. You can enjoy fresh seafood, especially the nationally famous puffer fish from Shimonoseki. We recommend eating breakfast here rather than at the hotel.

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In Shimonoseki, hotels are concentrated between Shimonoseki Station and Kanmon Bridge, but restaurants are concentrated on the station side.

For dinner, enjoy a nationally famous “Fugu-河豚” Puffer fish dish, a specialty of Shimonoseki.

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The mileage is long at 200km, but the first half is on the highway. However, if you plan to visit many tourist sites, we recommend leaving the hotel early.

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The first recommendation is Mt.Azuma Kofuji. From Sendai, take the highway (E4) to Fukushima, then drive along the mountain road along the Bandai Azuma Skyline to arrive at [Mt.Azuma Kofuji]. Please note that the Bandai Azuma Skyline is closed from mid-November to early April every year.

After climbing the mountain trail (stairs) from the side of the Jododaira parking lot for about 10 minutes, you will arrive at the summit. The view of the crater with a diameter of about 500m is a masterpiece. It takes about an hour to go around the crater wall, so after enjoying the scenery, don’t go around the crater and head to the parking lot. The view of Jododaira and the Fukushima Basin, which has a mysterious scenery due to volcanic gas, is also outstanding.

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Next, you will go through the Bandaiazuma Lake Line and head for [Nakatsugawa Valley]. There is a path down to the river from the parking lot. If you go down there, you can see the clear stream of Nakatsu River. Especially from early October to early November, the surrounding autumn leaves are wonderful.

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The next recommendation is [Goshikinuma pond], which has been certified as one star in the Michelin Green Guide. Here, lakes and marshes of various colors such as emerald green and cobalt blue spread out, and you can take a walk on the walking path among them. Considering the schedule for the day, it would be a good idea to go from the parking lot to Bentennuma and then turn back. From mid-October to early November is the season of autumn leaves, and you can see even more beautiful scenery.

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The final destination of the day is [Aizuwakamatsu Castle (Tsuruga Castle)]. This is a very famous castle that became a big stage of the war just before the Meiji Restoration about 150 years ago. Now it has been recreated and you can see the beautiful appearance of the past.

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Hotels in Aizuwakamatsu are concentrated around Nanukamachi Street and Higashiyama Onsen. The distance between Nanukamachi-dori and Higashiyama Onsen is relatively short, about 5 km and 15 minutes, so you can stay at either. We recommend Higashiyama Onsen, where you can relax in the hot springs, but if you prefer convenience, Nanukamachi-dori area is also good. Please enjoy local gourmet dishes such as nikomi (simmered) sauce katsudon and tofu mochi.

９：００

The mileage is long at 200km, but the second half is on the highway. However, if you plan to visit many tourist sites, we recommend leaving the hotel early.

９：１０

If you haven’t been there, you will head to [Aizuwakamatsu Castle (Tsuruga Castle)]. This is a very famous castle that became a big stage of the war just before the Meiji Restoration about 150 years ago. Now it has been recreated and you can see the beautiful appearance of the past.

１１：００

The next recommendation is [Goshikinuma pond], which has been certified as one star in the Michelin Green Guide. Here, lakes and marshes of various colors such as emerald green and cobalt blue spread out, and you can take a walk on the walking path among them. Considering the schedule for the day, it would be a good idea to go from the parking lot to Bentennuma and then turn back. From mid-October to early November is the season of autumn leaves, and you can see even more beautiful scenery.

１２：４０

Next, you will go through the Bandaiazuma Lake Line and head for [Nakatsugawa Valley]. There is a path down to the river from the parking lot. If you go down there, you can see the clear stream of Nakatsu River. Especially from early October to early November, the surrounding autumn leaves are wonderful.

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The last recommendation for the day is Mt.Azuma Kofuji. Please drive along the mountain road named the Bandai Azuma Skyline to arrive at [Mt.Azuma Kofuji]. Please note that the Bandai Azuma Skyline is closed from mid-November to early April every year.

After climbing the mountain trail (stairs) from the side of the Jododaira parking lot for about 10 minutes, you will arrive at the summit. The view of the crater with a diameter of about 500m is a masterpiece. It takes about an hour to go around the crater wall, so after enjoying the scenery, don’t go around the crater and head to the parking lot. The view of Jododaira and the Fukushima Basin, which has a mysterious scenery due to volcanic gas, is also outstanding.

From Fukushima, take the expressway (E4) to Sendai.

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In Sendai, there are many hotels and restaurants around the station, especially towards the west exit. If you want to explore the city of Sendai after checking in, it is convenient to book a hotel on the west exit side of the station. In Sendai, try the famous beef tongue and zunda mochi.

If this is the end of the drive trip, please refuel and return the car to the car rental company branch.
For those who use Sendai Airport, the airport is about 20km from Sendai Station, about 30 minutes away.
Please use the MAPCODE of the nearest car rental store on the drive map.

９：００

The mileage is 140km and it is an average length. However, if you plan to visit many sightseeing spots, we recommend leaving the hotel early.

９：１０

If you haven’t been there, you will head to [Aizuwakamatsu Castle (Tsuruga Castle)]. This is a very famous castle that became a big stage of the war just before the Meiji Restoration about 150 years ago. Now it has been recreated and you can see the beautiful appearance of the past.

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The next recommendation is [Ouchijuku]. During the Edo period (1603-1868), it prospered as a post town on an important road connecting Aizu and Nikko. Even today, houses with thatched roofs still stand along the road, just like the Edo period.

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Next, you will head to [To no Hetsuri]. This beautiful valley was named “To no Hetsuri” using a local word, meaning a cliff lined with towers. A suspension bridge is built up to the cliff in the shape of a tower, and you can also see part of the cliff’s interior. This place is designated as a national natural monument.

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Next, you will take the highways (E4, E81) to Nikko and visit the highlight of the day, the Shrines and Temples of Nikko (Toshogu Shrine). Enjoy world heritage shrines and temples with a long history, including Toshogu.

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On this day you will stay in Nikko. An inn near Toshogu is convenient for sightseeing. If you drive about 15km from Toshogu, you will reach Kinugawa, a hot spring resort that represents the Kanto region. There are many inns, and you can relax in the hot springs, so this is also recommended. Yuba is famous for gourmet food in Nikko, and we recommend eating it for dinner.

９：００

The mileage is 140km and it is an average length. However, if you plan to visit many sightseeing spots, we recommend leaving the hotel early.

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First thing in the morning, you will head to the highlight of the day, [Shrines and Temples of Nikko (Toshogu Shrine)]. Enjoy world heritage shrines and temples with a long history, including Toshogu.

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Next, you will head to [To no Hetsuri]. This beautiful valley was named “To no Hetsuri” using a local word, meaning a cliff lined with towers. A suspension bridge is built up to the cliff in the shape of a tower, and you can also see part of the cliff’s interior. This place is designated as a national natural monument.

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The next recommendation is [Ouchijuku]. During the Edo period (1603-1868), it prospered as a post town on an important road connecting Aizu and Nikko. Even today, houses with thatched roofs still stand along the road, just like the Edo period.

１６：００

Your last visit for the day will be [Aizuwakamatsu Castle (Tsuruga Castle)]. This is a very famous castle that became a big stage of the war just before the Meiji Restoration about 150 years ago. Now it has been recreated and you can see the beautiful appearance of the past.

１７：１０

Hotels in Aizuwakamatsu are concentrated around Nanukamachi Street and Higashiyama Onsen. The distance between Nanukamachi-dori and Higashiyama Onsen is relatively short, about 5 km and 15 minutes, so you can stay at either. We recommend Higashiyama Onsen, where you can relax in the hot springs, but if you prefer convenience, Nanukamachi-dori area is also good. Please enjoy local gourmet dishes such as nikomi (simmered) sauce katsudon and tofu mochi.