Yamanakadani: Osaka’s Secret Sakura Viewing Spot
Right at the border between Osaka and Wakayama Prefecture is Yamanakadani, where you can see beautiful cherry blossoms, along the
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Osaka Prefecture
Kuragari Pass: Japan’s Steepest Road!
After leaving Hiraoka Shrine, the Ise Honkaido crosses the Kuragari Pass on Mt. Ikoma, before going into Nara Prefecture. This
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Ise Honkaido 1: Tamatsukuri Inari Shrine to Hiraoka Shrine
Starting from Osaka, Ise Honkaido is 170km long kaido, or old road to Ise Grand Shrine in Mie Prefecture. Around
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Ikoma Nature Trail 2: Muroike Park to Takaida Station
Previously we walked on the first half of the Ikoma Nature Trail which spans about from Tsuda to Muroike Park.,
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Ikoma Nature Trail 1: From Tsuda Station to Muroike Park
Traversing Ikoma Mountain Chain, the Ikoma Nature Trail is a 45km long trail, connecting from Shijonawate to Takaida. 45 km
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The Onosatogawa River: Playing with Fiddler Crabs
Along Osaka Bay, there are many man-made factory islands and beaches, so few truly natural things are left. However, at
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Mt. Iwawaki: Susuki Paradise in Osaka
Fall is a great time for a hike. The cooler weather makes longer hikes more pleasant and the crisp air
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