Is there a guide regarding places least known/visited in Japan?

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While I can find guides regarding places to visit in Japan, they all seem to promote the same places Tokyo shopping, inner city shrines, etc. Is there a website or book regarding places in Japan that promote the lesser known parts of Japan?






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What is the least visited place in Japan?

Fukui Prefecture is located directly North of Kyoto Prefecture and is accessible by train in about an hour. It happens to be the least-visited prefecture in all of Japan, perhaps due to its proximity to other popular Kansai prefectures such as Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara.

Where should you avoid in Japan?

Places to Avoid as a Tourist in Japan
  • Kamagasaki, Osaka. The largest homeless population in Japan is in Kamagasaki. ...
  • Kabukicho, Tokyo. Not only is Kabukicho the biggest red-light district in the country, but it's also the largest in the world. ...
  • Roppongi, Tokyo. ...
  • Shinsekai, Osaka. ...
  • Ueno, Tokyo.


When should you avoid Japan?

The Worst Times to Visit Japan Since weather significantly depends on which region you visit, bad weather in one area could mean clear skies in another. Rainy season typically runs from early June to mid-July throughout most of the country \u2014 Tokyo included \u2014 except in Okinawa where showers begin in early May.

What should you not do in Japan?

If you're planning a trip to Japan, here are a few cultural faux pas you should be aware of.
  • Don't break the rules of chopstick etiquette. ...
  • Don't wear shoes indoors. ...
  • Don't ignore the queuing system. ...
  • Avoid eating on the go. ...
  • Don't get into a bathtub before showering first. ...
  • Don't blow your nose in public. ...
  • Don't leave a tip.




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