Features Both World-renowned Destinations and Underexplored Gems
Tokai area is located where the Japanese archipelago divides into east and west. The area gets a marine culture from the Tsushima Current on the Sea of Japan coast and the Kuroshio Current on the Pacific Ocean coast. It also has a mountain culture created by its many peaks, such as the Japan Alps. There are many diverse ways to enjoy the region.
Tokai, made up of Shizuoka, Yamanashi, Aichi, Mie and Gifu prefectures, is located in the very center of Japan. Possibly the most quintessentially Japanese of all the country's regions, the five prefectures that comprise Tokai mix ancient heritage, modern industry and stunning nature. Mt. Fuji, flanked by the hot springs of Izu Peninsula and the Fuji Five Lakes, is one of the world's most iconic peaks. Tokai both embraces the past and looks toward the future with World Heritage site Shirakawa-go and its thatched-roof cottages, the nation's biggest green tea plantations and Ise-jingu, the most revered shrine in Japan.
Tokai, made up of Shizuoka, Yamanashi, Aichi, Mie and Gifu prefectures, is located in the very center of Japan. Possibly the most quintessentially Japanese of all the country's regions, the five prefectures that comprise Tokai mix ancient heritage, modern industry and stunning nature. Mt. Fuji, flanked by the hot springs of Izu Peninsula and the Fuji Five Lakes, is one of the world's most iconic peaks. Tokai both embraces the past and looks toward the future with World Heritage site Shirakawa-go and its thatched-roof cottages, the nation's biggest green tea plantations and Ise-jingu, the most revered shrine in Japan.
Shirakawa-go
Historic Villages
There are approximately 180 thatched farmhouses, sheds, and barns, built about 200-300 years ago.
There are approximately 180 thatched farmhouses, sheds, and barns, built about 200-300 years ago.
The Fuji Five Lakes
Recreational Pleasures
The majestic appearance of Mount Fuji has always fascinated travelers for centuries.
The majestic appearance of Mount Fuji has always fascinated travelers for centuries.
Asagiri Highland
Foothills of Mt. Fuji
Walking along the prairie you'll come across picture-perfect scenes of Mt. Fuji mirrored in lakes and ponds.
Walking along the prairie you'll come across picture-perfect scenes of Mt. Fuji mirrored in lakes and ponds.
Ise Grand Shrine
Japan's Most Sacred Shrine
Known as the spiritual home of the Japanese people, it remains the most important shrine in all of Japan.
Known as the spiritual home of the Japanese people, it remains the most important shrine in all of Japan.
Yamanashi Winery
Magic of Japanese Wine
Yamanashi Prefecture is Japan’s top wine region and the birthplace of Japanese winemaking.
Yamanashi Prefecture is Japan’s top wine region and the birthplace of Japanese winemaking.
Izu Peninsula
Diverse Landscape
Gaining attention from international travelers looking for a beachy escape around Tokyo.
Gaining attention from international travelers looking for a beachy escape around Tokyo.
Nagara River
Refreshing Experience
Views from the north side of the river do justice to the beauty of the river and the mountain.
Views from the north side of the river do justice to the beauty of the river and the mountain.
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Regions of Tokai
Regions of Tokai
Ideas
for Your Tokai Trip
for Your Tokai Trip
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- Shizuoka
- Yamanashi
- Gifu
- Aichi
- Mie

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