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JAPAN GUIDE for
RUGBY WORLD CUP
2019™
DISCOVER JAPAN
Welcome to RUGBY WORLD CUP 2019™ Host Country
RWC 2019 HOST CITIES
A. Sapporo A
B. Iwate, Kamaishi
C. Saitama, Kumagaya
D. Tokyo
E. Kanagawa, Yokohama
F. Shizuoka
G. Aichi, Toyota
H. Osaka, Higashiosaka
I. Kobe
J. Fukuoka B
K. Kumamoto
L. Oita
International Airport from Europe Narita airport
C
D
E
Fukuoka airport
G F Haneda airport
I
H
J
Chubu Int’l airport
L
Kansai Int’l airport
K
Travel time Airplane Shinkansen (bullet train)
Tokyo Sapporo 1h 30min
Shizuoka 1h 00min
Nagoya 1h 30min
Kyoto 2h 15min
Osaka 2h 30min
Kobe 2h 45min
Fukuoka 1h 30min
5h 00min
Oita 1h 40min
Kumamoto 1h 50min
Sapporo
Osaka 2h 10 min
Kobe 2h 05min
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RUGBY WORLD CUP 2019™
MATCH SCHEDULE
POOL A POOL B POOL C POOL D
IRELAND NEW ZEALAND ENGLAND AUSTRALIA
SCOTLAND SOUTH AFRICA FRANCE WALES
JAPAN ITALY ARGENTINA GEORGIA
EUROPE 1 AFRICA 1 USA FIJI
PLAY-OFF WINNER REPECHAGE WINNER TONGA AMERICAS 2
Fri 20 Sept - 19:45 Sat 21 Sept - 18:45 Sat 21 Sept - 16:15 Sat 21 Sept - 13:45
Tokyo Stadium International Stadium Yokohama Tokyo Stadium Sapporo Dome
Japan v Europe 1 New Zealand v South Africa France v Argentina Australia v Fiji
Sun 22 Sept - 16:45 Sun 22 Sept - 14:15 Sun 22 Sept - 19:15 Mon 23 Sept - 19:15
International Stadium Yokohama Hanazono Rugby Stadium Sapporo Dome City of Toyota Stadium
Ireland v Scotland Italy v Africa 1 England v Tonga Wales v Georgia
Tues 24 Sept - 19:15 Thurs 26 Sept - 16:45 Thurs 26 Sept - 19:45 Wed 25 Sept - 14:15
Kumagaya Rugby Stadium Fukuoka Hakatanomori Stadium Kobe Misaki Stadium Kamaishi Recovery Memorial Stadium
Europe 1 v Play-off winner Italy v Repechage winner England v USA Fiji v Americas 2
Sat 28 Sept - 16:15 Sat 28 Sept - 18:45 Sat 28 Sept - 13:45 Sun 29 Sept - 14:15
Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa City of Toyota Stadium Hanazono Rugby Stadium Kumagaya Rugby Stadium
Japan v Ireland South Africa v Africa 1 Argentina v Tonga Georgia v Americas 2
Mon 30 Sept - 19:15 Wed 02 Oct - 19:15 Wed 02 Oct - 16:45 Sun 29 Sept - 16:45
Kobe Misaki Stadium Oita Stadium Fukuoka Hakatanomori Stadium Tokyo Stadium
Scotland v Play-off winner New Zealand v Repechage winner France v USA Australia v Wales
Thurs 03 Oct - 19:15 Fri 04 Oct - 18:45 Sat 05 Oct - 17:00 Thurs 03 Oct - 14:15
Kobe Misaki Stadium Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa Tokyo Stadium Hanazono Rugby Stadium
Ireland v Europe 1 South Africa v Italy England v Argentina Georgia v Fiji
Sat 05 Oct - 19:30 Sun 06 Oct - 13:45 Sun 06 Oct - 16:45 Sat 05 Oct - 14:15
City of Toyota Stadium Tokyo Stadium Kumamoto Stadium Oita Stadium
Japan v Play-off winner New Zealand v Africa 1 France v Tonga Australia v Americas 2
Wed 09 Oct - 16:15 Tues 08 Oct - 19:15 Wed 09 Oct - 13:45 Wed 09 Oct - 18:45
Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa Kobe Misaki Stadium Kumagaya Rugby Stadium Oita Stadium
Scotland v Europe 1 South Africa v Repechage winner Argentina v USA Wales v Fiji
Sat 12 Oct - 19:45 Sat 12 Oct - 13:45 Sat 12 Oct - 17:15 Fri 11 Oct - 19:15
Fukuoka Hakatanomori Stadium City of Toyota Stadium International Stadium Yokohama Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa
Ireland v Play-off winner New Zealand v Italy England v France Australia v Georgia
Sun 13 Oct - 19:45 Sun 13 Oct - 12:15 Sun 13 Oct - 14:45 Sun 13 Oct - 17:15
International Stadium Yokohama Kamaishi Recovery Memorial Stadium Hanazono Rugby Stadium Kumamoto Stadium
Japan v Scotland Africa 1 v Repechage winner USA v Tonga Wales v Americas 2
QUARTER-FINAL 1 QUARTER-FINAL 2 QUARTER-FINAL 3 QUARTER-FINAL 4
Sat 19 Oct - 16:15 Sat 19 Oct - 19:15 Sun 20 Oct - 16:15 Sun 20 Oct - 19:15
Oita Stadium Tokyo Stadium Oita Stadium Tokyo Stadium
WINNER POOL C WINNER POOL B WINNER POOL D WINNER POOL A
RUNNER UP POOL D RUNNER UP POOL A RUNNER UP POOL C RUNNER UP POOL B
SEMI-FINAL 1 BRONZE FINAL SEMI-FINAL 2
Sat 26 Oct - 17:00 Fri 01 Nov - 18:00 Sun 27 Oct - 18:00
International Stadium Yokohama Tokyo Stadium International Stadium Yokohama
WINNER QF1 RUNNER UP SF1 WINNER QF3
WINNER QF2 RUNNER UP SF2 WINNER QF4
FINAL Sat 02 Nov - 18:00
International Stadium Yokohama WINNER SF1 WINNER SF2
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ENGLAND
POOL C
ENGLAND
FRANCE
ARGENTINA
USA
TONGA
Quarter Final
Date Kick-Off Match Venue
Sun 22 Sept 19:15 v Tonga Sapporo Dome
Thurs 26 Sept 19:45 v USA Kobe Misaki Stadium
Sat 05 Oct 17:00 v Argentina Tokyo Stadium
Sat 12 Oct 17:15 v France International Stadium Yokohama
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WALES
POOL D
AUSTRALIA
WALES
GEORGIA
FIJI
AMERICAS 2
Quarter Final
Date Kick-Off Match Venue
Mon 23 Sept 19:15 v Georgia City of Toyota Stadium
Sun 29 Sept 16:45 v Australia Tokyo Stadium
Wed 09 Oct 18:45 v Fiji Oita Stadium
Sun 13 Oct 17:15 v Americas 2 Kumamoto Stadium
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SCOTLAND
POOL A
IRELAND
SCOTLAND
JAPAN
EUROPE 1
PLAY-OFF WINNER
Quarter Final
Date Kick-Off Match Venue
Sun 22 Sept 16:45 v Ireland International Stadium Yokohama
Mon 30 Sept 19:15 v Play-off winner Kobe Misaki Stadium
Wed 09 Oct 16:15 v Europe 1 Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa
Sun 13 Oct 19:45 v Japan International Stadium Yokohama
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IRELAND
POOL A
IRELAND
SCOTLAND
JAPAN
EUROPE 1
PLAY-OFF WINNER
Quarter Final
Date Kick-Off Match Venue
Sun 22 Sept 16:45 v Scotland International Stadium Yokohama
Sat 28 Sept 16:15 v Japan Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa
Thurs 03 Oct 19:15 v Europe 1 Kobe Misaki Stadium
Sat 12 Oct 19:45 v Play-off winner Fukuoka Hakatanomori Stadium
7
Tokyo
Welcome to Tokyo, the city that dazzles with nostalgia and pop culture.
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hit pedestrianized Centre Gai, the dishes using ingredients rarely
entrance to which is marked by the found in Tokyo.
109 Building packed with boutiques
selling the latest youth fashions.
Not only the skyscrapers, Tokyo has
preserved much of its traditional
culture, as can be seen in the Shita-
machi area. Shitamachi literally Shopping & Restaurant Street
means “city centre” and has been Harajuku
the place to experience a taste of For more outlandish and youth-ori- Kabukicho
the old town Tokyo atmosphere entated kawaii fashions, a trip to Ha- Kabukicho, located just northeast of
since the Edo Period, long before rajuku is the best course of discov- Shinjuku Station is Japan’s largest
the economic miracle of the seven- ery. While navigating your way and wildest red light district, featur-
ties and eighties overtook Japan. along the shopping alley Takeshita ing numerous department stores,
Street which is popular among teen- subterranean malls and electronic
agers, visitors can discover more shops.
Asakusa and Tokyo Sky Tree spacious and elegant surrounds of
nearby Omotesando to find Kiddy Roppongi
Asakusa in Taito Ward is a place Land, a major toy store selling mass- Roppongi is known for its nightlife
where the historical culture is still es of character goods inspired by among foreigners, offering a large
very much alive. Its centre is Senso-ji anime and manga, with all the latest number of foreigner-friendly bars,
Temple, an ancient Buddhist temple hits as well as old favourites. restaurants and night clubs. Also,
with about 1400 years history. And there are two modern buildings
since the opening of Tokyo Sky Tree Electric Akihabara called Roppongi Hills and Tokyo
in 2012, this spot has received much Midtown, which have allowed Rop-
attention for its harmony of tradi- pongi to expand its appeal to a
tional culture and hypermodern de- wider range of visitors and residents
velopment. with their elegant atmospheres.
Tokyo’s Pop Culture Golden Gai
Golden Gai is a time-warped tumble
Computer gamers, comic-book of bars in Kabukicho packed with
geeks, and kawaii fashions are over 200 small bars and eateries
among the fantastic characters in which is famous both as an area of
Tokyo’s subcultural pantheon. Dis- Known as Akiba among Japanese, architectural interest and for its
cover what inspired anime and Akihabara created its reputation as nightlife.
manga masters, check out the city’s Tokyo’s prime shopping area for
latest fashion at Harajuku and electronic goods.
Shibuya or tech crazes, with this es-
sential guide to Tokyo pop culture. Underpass of Yurakucho
Station on JR Yamanote Line
Shibuya
The pop culture trends are bubbling Yurakucho is home to antenna
up from Shibuya. This dazzling com- shops from across Japan, and is now
mercial district has inspired many a famed as a new type of yokocho
fashion craze so keep your eyes (eatery alleyway). The establish-
peeled as you leave the station and ments lining this alley serve local
8
Kanagawa, Yokohama
A modern marine city and only a hop, skip and a jump from Kamakura and Hakone.
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As it is quite close to Yokohama, a screen tuned to the matches, so we
hosting city of Rugby World Cup can keep on watching the matches
2019, it would make a great side trip over a few craft beers.
from the matches. Hakone is both
popular amongst Japanese and for- The Local Cuisine in
eign sightseers alike, due to the ma- Yokohama
jestic natural beauty and serenity of
Hakone’s luscious Lake Ashi, and the The Roots of Gyunabe, for The
surrounding Fuji-Hakone-Izu Na- Wagyu Beef Lovers
tional Park.
Yokohama is the capital city in Kana- Lake Ashi is a water filled volcano
gawa Prefecture which will host crater on the top of Mt. Hakone.
Rugby World Cup in 2019. The city is From the lake visitors can enjoy a
only about 20 minutes away from gorgeous view of Mount Fuji. Near
Tokyo by Shinkansen (bullet train), the top of Mt. Hakone visitors can
which happens to be the easiest way witness the volcanic gasses being
to get there. From Osaka in Kansai released by the volcano, and eat a
region, it takes about 2 hours by the tasty egg that has been cooked in
bullet train. Regardless of direction, the heat. The local gourmet foods of Yokoha-
Yokohama is easily accessible. ma have played an integral role in
A Great Gateway to Japan modern Japan. One of the repre-
sentative cuisines is Gyunabe, a beef
The Historical City of hotpot dish that is made with thinly
Kamakura in Kanagawa sliced beef, simmered with tofu and
Prefecture vegetables in a soy sauce soup, then
dipped in raw beaten egg before
The Historical City eating for a creamier flavour.
About 1,000 years ago, Kamakura
was governed by the first shogun, Yokohama Ie-kei Ramen
Minamoto no Yoritomo. Today, Kam- Yokohama Ramen is known locally
akura is gaining popularity amongst as “Ie-kei ramen”. With its thick noo-
those who seek out the footsteps of The metropolis of Yokohama has dles in a soy flavoured pork broth, it
famous samurai. Kamakura is home many urban skyscrapers alongside includes several toppings such as
to numerous temples, shrines and beautiful harbor scenes, especially at roasted pork, boiled spinach, sheets
other historical monuments and na- the area known as Minato Mirai. Also, of nori(seaweed) and green onions.
tional treasures. due to the prosperity and growth of Needless to say, it’s very popular!
Japan’s foreign trade after the Meiji If you want to taste other regional
restoration (1867-1868), visitors can ramen, the Shin-Yokohama Ramen
now visit many historical and cultur- Museum, near Shin-Yokohama sta-
al sites in Yokohama. This is because tion, offers samples of ramen dishes
historically Yokohama was the port from many different regions. The
for foreign trade in Japan. museum is stylised to resemble old
times, and includes a gift shop as
After the Match, Knock Back well as restaurants.
a Few Beers.
After viewing the matches, the best How We Can Enjoy in Yokohama City
The Mountainous Town place to hang out for drink is around Nowadays, the harbor area is named
Famous for its Hot Spring Spas the Yoshidamachi, Noge, and Yoko- Minato Mirai 21, which means “har-
hama station area. Here you will find bor of the future”. It offers many en-
Hakone many sport bars and pubs, and tertainment attractions including
Hakone in Kanagawa Prefecture friendly people to chat with. an amusement park and facilities,
prides itself as one of the most Inside the many sport bars in Yoko- sightseeing helicopter rides, boat
famous hot spring resorts in Japan. hama, you will usually find a big cruises and the amphibious bus.
9
Sapporo
A bustling city and the northernmost venue, nestled amongst beautiful nature.
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Sapporo Central Wholesale Curb Rugby World Cup 2019 and knock-
Market or the “Jyogai Ichiba”, is the ing back a few beers with local
biggest food market in Hokkaido. foods at the Sapporo Autumn
Here, the freshest produce and fish Fest, the night is not yet over!
are put on sale every morning. The There are many more things you
outer retail market called “Curb cannot miss in Sapporo – but the
market” is open to public and is night views really shine the bright-
composed of approximately 80 est!
stores. These stores sell a variety of
items ranging from fruit to fresh Mount Moiwa
Sapporo, in Northern Japan, will and dried fish, to Hokkaido’s spe-
host Rugby World Cup in 2019. cialties, sushi and other prepared
The easiest way to get to Sappo- foods. The freshness makes it a
ro is to take a flight from Tokyo, major tourist attraction for both
as Tokyo-Sapporo is one of the domestic and overseas visitors.
busiest routes in Japan, with
many airline options including Sapporo Ramen –
LCCs. The Best Ramen in Japan
Local Delicacies in Mount Moiwa is a forested moun-
Sapporo and Hokkaido tain located to the southwest of
central Sapporo. From the top, you
Hokkaido’s cities are renowned get a breathtaking 360-degree
throughout Asia as some of the panoramic view of the city. Not
biggest and best gourmet cities in only popular for the night views,
the region. Since Hokkaido is sur- Mount Moiwa is also a popular des-
rounded by cool, clean ocean, the tination for a day-trip climbing.
fishery industries thrive with Ja- Mount Moiwa can be reached by a
pan’s freshest and most tasty Ramen has become a world ropeway cable car, so you can skip
catch. It is also one of Japan’s best renowned noodle with many varie- the hike if that’s not your thing.
breadbasket regions, thanks to the ties, most typically popular outside
farming and livestock breeding in Japan as a cheap food source for Sapporo TV Tower
its vast and wide nature. college students. But the real thing
Needless to say, we should enjoy is much better! Ramen in Japan is
the fruits of the sea to the full and both delicious and can be a full
Hokkaido harvests while we visit, meal. How about trying a bowl of
so let’s explore the markets of Sap- miso ramen at its birthplace in
poro, Hokkaido’s main city, to find Japan?
something fresh to sink our teeth Sapporo, the main city of Japan’s
into! northern Hokkaido Prefecture, is
the place to get that authentic
Sapporo Central Wholesale ramen taste and is the birthplace
Market Curb Market of miso ramen. Sapporo TV Tower gives another
During your trip to Sapporo for 360-degree panorama view of the
Rugby World Cup 2019, make the city and is located on the grounds
great ramen journey to “Ganso of the Odori Park, which divides
Ramen Yokocho”! Sapporo into north and south.
Odori park is home to not only the
Stunning Night Views in famous Sapporo Snow Festival,
Sapporo but also the Sapporo Autumn Fes-
tival, which runs at the same time
After the excitement of a game at as Rugby World Cup 2019.
10Kobe
An attractive harbour town perched on a hillside sloping down to the sea.
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bled with fat. The meat must pass a Within this panoramic view located
series of strict tests, as only the high- 880 metres above the sea level on
est grades of meat with exceptional- Mount Rokko, visitors can take de-
ly high levels of fat marbling earn light in the shopping and gourmet
the Kobe Beef label. cuisine at the Rokko Garden Terrace.
The highlight of Mount Rokko is the
Hot Spring Culture breathtaking night views, canonized
alongside Mt. Inasa and Mt. Hakod-
Arima Onsen – A Historical Hot ate as one of the Three Great Night
Spring Resort Views of Japan. The view from the
Kobe is located on the north shore While you are visiting Kobe City for top of Mount Maya, a part of the
of Osaka bay in the Kansai region. the Rugby World Cup in 2019, you Rokko mountains, has been dubbed
You can get to Kobe City either by can take a train for about 30 min- a “Ten Millon Dollar Night View”.
plane or train (the fastest of which utes from the city centre to extend
is the bullet train, also known as your journey to Arima onsen.
the Shinkansen). As Kobe is the
sixth largest city in Japan, the city Tradition in Arima Onsen
is highly accessible. Getting to
Kobe by bullet train will take about
2 hours 40 minutes from Tokyo.
Sake History and Culture 931-metre-high Mount Rokko pro-
vides one of the most renowned hik-
Visiting a Sake Brewery in Nada District ing experiences in the Kansai region.
Hiking in the Rokko mountains is ex-
tensive, offering many trails from
beginners to veterans.
Beautiful Waterfront City
The Nostalgic and Modern
Atmosphere in Kobe
In the evening, Gaslight Street , one
Nada-Gogou, literally the “five vil- Remarkably, Arima onsen has pre- of the main streets that leads
lages of Nada,” refers to the five served the traditional culture of oza- through the centre of Kobe Har-
sake-producing areas in the cities of shiki (or geisha gatherings) since an- bourland, is illuminated with the
Kobe and Nishinomiya. Collectively, cient times. The traditional Japa- glimmer of old-fashioned gas street
they are nationally renowned as one nese female entertainers act as lamps. Visitors can then take a
of the largest, most historical hostesses, while donning kimono cruise together through the roman-
sake-producing regions in Japan. and makeup. Geisha usually operate tic evening atmosphere – making it a
in various hotels and ryokans – per- popular spot for local couples, and
forming songs, dances, and playing tourists alike.
Kobe’s Culinary Speciality shamisen (a Japanese folk instru-
ment). Ozashiki at Arima onsen pro-
Kobe Wagyu Beef, the Finest Beef vides an opportunity to experience
in Kobe in Japan this aspect of Japanese hospitality ,
Having reached international fame, and of course have fun.
you may already be familiar with Ko-
be’s culinary specialty, known by many
as Japanese Wagyu or “Kobe beef“. Stunning Nature
Kobe Beef is distinguished by its ten-
der, flavourful meat that is well-mar- Things to Do in Mount Rokko
11Shizuoka
Check out Japan's greatest symbol, "Mount Fuji" and the lush green of the Japanese tea fields.
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eties of tea that are not only for Tradition and Culture
drinking, but that can also be eaten.
One of the most famous of which is, Have a Nice Ryokan Stay to Enjoy
Kawane. Located on the mountain- the Hot Springs
side on the upper stream of Oi river,
Kawane is famous for producing
refined, deep-steamed Sencha
(green tea).
Local Food and Drink
Located in the Chubu region, Shi -
zuoka Prefecture will host Rugby Sake, Shizuoka’s Finest Quality
World Cup in 2019. Shi zuoka City,
the capital of Shi zuoka Prefecture,
is located about halfway between Shizuoka Prefecture boasts many
Tokyo and Nagoya. The Shin- hot spring resorts. It sports a collec-
kansen (bullet train) ride to get tive 1,882 hotels and ryokans to be
there is an easy one, taking about exact, making it is the prefecture
an hour from Tokyo, or two hours with the most accommodating facil-
from Osaka. ities in Japan (according to the Min-
istry of Environment in 2014.)
Whether in Izu Peninsula scattered
The Best Place for Traditional Japanese cuisine has with scenic hot springs full of health
Japanese Tea grown increasingly popular world- benefits, in Fuji area surrounded
wide in recent years. Also referred to with stunning scenery, or in Western
Visit the Green Tea Capital of Japan as a Japanese rice wine, sake is Shizuoka, amid relaxing destina-
Shizuoka is widely known as the made by fermenting rice that has tions such as Enshu coast or Lake
green tea capital of Japan, and is been polished to remove the bran. Hamana, there is no shortage of
responsible for over 40% of Japan’s places to unwind with a healing bath
tea production. The almost magical Sakura Shrimp, A Delicious Taste after watching the rugby.
beverage boasts many benefits, and and Great View with Mount Fuji
it is often touted as a contributor to Historical Sites
the longevity and health of the peo-
ple of Shizuoka. Among its healing Where to View Mount Fuji from
properties, Japanese green tea con- Along Suruga Bay, you may also find
tains Catechin and Theanine which Miho no Matsubara beach. Here,
help to prevent cancer and cavities, there are over thirty-thousand pine
as well as lower cholesterol, and trees growing across the 7km beach,
reduce bad breath. offering a breathtaking view to com-
pliment Mount Fuji all year around.
Discover the Tea Plantation’s View
with the Nostalgic Locomotive Sakura shrimp, refer to a tiny cherry
coloured shrimp that are a specialty
of Shizuoka Prefecture. Sized about
4 – 5 cm, they are said to possess the
flavour of Mount Fuji. Shizuoka is
the only place in Japan where saku-
ra shrimp can be caught; the melt-
water from Mount Fuji leads to the
clear streams of Fuji River, Oi River,
and Abe River that flow into Suruga
There are many tea plantations in Bay, making it the only suitable habi-
Shizuoka Prefecture, that offer vari- tat for sakura shrimp.
12Aichi, Toyota
Home to battlefields from the age of the samurai and a unique food culture.
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which keeps the texture not too soft. The Obara district of Toyota City is
Topped with nuts and spices like home to the traditional Japanese
walnuts, sesame and Japanese pep- artwork of washi paper, dating back
pers, please enjoy the flavour of this to the Muromachi Period (1336-1573).
mountainous area in a natural set- At Obara’s Art and Craft Centre
ting. “Washi no Furusato”, one can learn
how to craft one’s own piece of washi
Unique Culture and Traditions paper, and thus deepen their knowl-
edge and experience of Japan.
Float Festivals
Toyota City is located close to As a collection of the best Float Fes- Nature Sites in Aichi
Nagoya city in Aichi Prefecture. It tival in Japan, 5 festivals of Aichi Pre-
is conveniently located between fecture are included in “Yama, Hoko, Korankei Valley
Tokyo and Osaka, which makes it Yatai, float festivals in Japan”, a regis- Located in the Asuke district of
easily accessible by the Shin- tered UNESCO Intangible Cultural Toyota City, Korankei is a valley near
kansen (bullet train), taking either Heritage program. These include Nagoya reputed to be one of the
1 hour 35 minutes from Tokyo, or the Owari Tsushima Tenno Matsuri best spots for viewing the autumn
50 minutes from Osaka. (Festival) in July, which offers you colours. Visitors can enjoy lovely
the breathtaking sight of the floats sights of maple tree tunnels and
travelling up the Tenno river at autumn colours in combination with
Local Dishes to Try in Aichi night. The boats are lit up by over views of the river. The reflection of
365 glowing lanterns. the maple trees on a calm day are
What to Eat in Nagoya especially revered by nature lovers.
There are also a few bridges such as
the Tomoebashi Bridge, which are
illuminated in the evening.
Historical Sites
The Castles of Aichi Prefecture
Another magnificent float festival is
The local dishes of Nagoya, referred Kamezaki Shiohi Matsuri in May,
to in Japanese as “Nagoya Meshi”, where five elaborately carved floats
have a long and interesting history covered with gorgeous tapestries
within the region. Many of the rush across the beach at low tide,
Nagoya Meshi dishes date back to and charge into the water.
ancient times. Besides floats, an autumn festival
If you prefer something heavy then also takes place every year on the
Hitsumabushi, grilled eel served first Saturday and Sunday of Octo- Aichi Prefecture is the birthplace of
over rice, is the best choice! This dish ber. the Samurai heroes known as “the
is famous all over Japan, and three warlords” who fought to unify
Nagoya is its capital. Obara Washi Paper Japan into a single nation. Oda
Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi and
What to Eat in Toyota Tokugawa Ieyasu were all born in
The most popular dish is Gohei-mo- Aichi during the prolonged Sengo-
chi, a grilled rice cake on a stick ku, or “Warring States” period about
coated in a sweet sauce. The sauce is 500 years ago.
made with a soy or miso base, and At Nagoya Castle we can witness a
aromatically cooked over a flame. glimpse into this history. One of the
Usually Mochi is made with sticky castles more interesting and unique
rice, however Toyota’s Gohei Mochi aspects is the pair of golden dol-
is made from normal white rice, phins that rest on its roof.
13Fukuoka
Experience the gateway to Kyushu, from its historical Sites to lively food stands.
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kinds of spring quality, both alkales- their changing leaves in fall is not to
cent simple spring, and sulfur spring, be missed!
which has the effect of removing old
keratin and skin. Harazuru Onsen Koishiwara Ware
provides a great place to unwind Toho Village, located in the east of
while soaking in its rich springs after Fukuoka Prefecture is known for its
visiting the venue for Rugby World warm and homey atmosphere, and
Cup 2019. its renowned pottery. This village
boasts about 50 kilns, most of which
feature ceramic galleries. If you are
Getting to Fukuoka City, the largest . lucky, you may have a chance to learn
city in Kyushu, is simple either by about it from the craftsman working
flight or Shinkansen (bullet train) in their studios!
from Tokyo or Osaka. Many flights
operate between the cities, taking
only about 1 hour 35 minutes from
Tokyo, or 1 hour 10 minutes from
Osaka. By Shinkansen, it takes about
4 hours and 50 minutes from Tokyo,
or 2 hours and 30 minutes from
Osaka.
Culture and the Tradition Fukuoka City Guide
in Fukuoka
One of the Most Liveable Cities in
Hojoya Festival Historical Sites in Fukuoka the World
Hojoya holds a buddhist festival at Fukuoka is the largest city in Kyushu,
Hakozaki shrine around the middle Munakata Taisha Shrine and one of Japan’s ten most populated
of September that packs in crowds Designated by UNESCO’s World cities.Its friendly yet urban atmosphere,
who have come to enjoy the vendors Heritage list as “Sacred Island of accessible public transportation, and
and carnival atmosphere along a Okinoshima and Associated Sites in scale of the metropolis make have
one-kilometre pathway to the shrine. the Munakata Region” in 2017, Fuku- earned it the rank of fourteenth most
oka City’s Munakata Taisha Shrine liveable city in the world according to a
Beautiful Natural Spots represents the head of several thou- survey by Monocle.
in Fukuoka sands of Munakata Shrines in Japan.
The shrine has attracted visitors Savour the Food of Fukuoka
Yanagawa since ancient times as the house of Fukuoka is well known for its regional
Yanagawa is known as “The City of the god of paths, to whom visitors cuisine, popular among local people
Water” located in the southern area pray for nautical and traffic safety. At as well as visitors to the city. A great
of Fukuoka Prefecture. Upon arrival, this historic sight, they showcase place to try ramen as well as many
make sure to enjoy a peaceful and about 80,000 national treasures un- other local specialities is at “yatai”– or
traditional river cruise to see plenty earthed on Okinoshima Island. food stalls. The Nakasu area in par-
of green nature from season to sea- ticular, is a great place to try yatai, as
son. After getting off the cruise, you Yusentei Park the area is packed with these bus-
might want to try Yanagawa’s tradi- Originally built as a second home for tling food stalls by night. They have a
tional local cuisine, steamed eel. the sixth lord of Fukuoka, Kuroda friendly atmosphere, and are a great
Tsugutaka, Yusentei Park is a pure way to experience Fukuoka’s local
Harazuru Onsen Japanese-style garden. Here you culture. Enjoyed by people of all ages,
Located in Asakura City along the may see koi fish swimming in the yatai provide a great venue to social-
Chikugo river, Harazuru Onsen is one pond surrounded by many kinds of ize, and maybe make new friends
of the biggest hot spring towns in trees including maples, the fragrant while chatting about Rugby World
Fukuoka. The source contains two olives, and azaleas. The beauty of Cup in 2019!
14Kumamoto
Visit one of Japan's top castles "Kumamoto Castle, " and take in the splendid nature of Mount Aso and Amakusa
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Aso Uchinomaki Onsen sa, who governed this region at the
Uchinomaki consists of about 100 beginning of the 17th century, Ku-
hot spring sources which is sur- mamoto Castle has been designat-
rounded by the volcanic crater at ed as an Important Cultural Prop-
the foot of Mount Aso. This onsen erty for its stone walls featuring
has earned fame for being one of ‘musha-gaeshi,’ a special defense
the places beloved by the famous designed to prevent enemy at-
Japanese novelist, Natsume Soseki. tacks.
While revelling in the seasonal scen-
ery of Aso Gogaku, you can enjoy Local Cuisine
Getting to Kumamoto city, situated various kinds of onsen spas.
a central part on Kyushu island, Kumamoto Ramen
involves taking either a flight, or the Breathtaking Nature
bullet train from either Tokyo or
Osaka. Many flights operate be- Aso-Kuju National Park
tween the cities, taking only 1 hour
40 minutes from Tokyo, and just 1
hour 10 minutes from Osaka. By
Shinkansen (bullet train), the jour-
ney takes about 3 hours from Osaka.
Compared to the Hakata Ramen
Culture and Tradition found in Fukuoka, Kumamoto
Ramen uses thicker noodles. The
Kumamoto Prefecture in Kyushu is broth blends chicken stock with a
famous for the natural beauty of tonkotsu pork-bone broth, creating
Mount Aso – an active volcano and Aso-Kuju National Park, which a flavour that is mild, yet robust.
recognised UNESCO World Geo spans across the prefectures of Ku-
Park – but also for its mystifying cul- mamoto and Oita, is a mountainous Kuma shochu
tures and traditions that attract park with many volcanoes and the
people from around the world. world’s largest caldera basin – the
circumference of which measures
Kurokawa Onsen approximately 90 kilometers.
Amakusa
Amakusa is a series of islands off the
west coast of Kyushu, which are
abundant with lush greenery and
natural geological formations that
have earned the islands a designa- Kumamoto is particularly well
tion as national Geopark. Wild dol- known for its production of rice
phins live amongst the islands, and shochu, Japanese rice-based alco-
can be seen on boat tours. Amakusa holic beverage. It is home of twen-
is the perfect island gateway to ty-eight rice shochu distillers that
Kurokawa is a small hot spring town, enjoy beaches, camping, marine collectively make “Kuma Shochu”.
located to the north of Mount Aso in sports, or any of the nearby hot Kuma Shochu has reached global
Kumamoto Prefecture. Filled with spring villages that will await you popularity – The World Trade Or-
lush nature, luxurious hot springs, there. ganization’s Appellation of Origin
traditional inns, and an overall Ghib- are given exclusively to rice shochu
li-esque atmosphere, Kurokawa Historical Sites that are made with local spring
earns its reputation as one of the water and that are fermented, dis-
best hotspring destinations in Kumamoto Castle tilled, and bottled in Kumamoto’s
Japan. Built by the daimyo Kato Kiyoma- Hitoyoshi area.
15Oita
Renowned for being one of the most famous onsen destinations in Japan
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Onsen Culture in Oita rice fields, and mountains – a quin-
tessential Japanese landscape.
Yufuin Onsen
Historical Sites
Mameda Town
Nicknamed “Little Kyoto,” Mameda
Town in Hita was built in a prosper-
ous area at the beginning of the
Edo Period. Its historic buildings
Oita city (Oita prefecture) is located remain well-preserved to this day.
on the North-Eastern section of the Gas lamps and its notable lack of
island of Kyushu. Oita Airport is the visible electricity cables provide an
main commercial airport in Oita authentic atmosphere as you stroll
Prefecture, and has daily flights to At the foot of gorgeous Mt. Yufu, the around.
and from Tokyo for about 1 hour 30 Yufuin onsen resort offers a fantas-
minutes. Oita is accessible from tic selection of hot spring baths, se- Hita Onsen
Osaka, either taking a flight for rene Japanese inns, and cozy bou- In the Mikuma-gawa flowing through
about 55 minutes or by rapid train tique cafes in a picturesque natural Hita onsen area, you can ride the
and a Shinkansen (bullet train) for setting. unique Japanese-style wooden tour
about 3 hours 30 minutes. boat “Yakatabune” on which you can
Tanayu, An Open-air Bath enjoy a dinner cruise including drinks
and Japanese set meal, while sailing
Local Specialities down the river.
Surrounded by the sea and magnifi- What to See and Do in Oita
cent mountains, Oita Prefecture, a
hosting prefecture of Rugby World Sand Bath
Cup 2019, is home to a rich food cul- On the beach of Shoningahama in
ture of locally grown meat, fish, and Beppu City, you can find a chance to
vegetables. Here are some exam- get your body buried in the sands
ples of local special cuisines you can and ease your muscles by sinking
try when you visit Oita. into their warmth by the blue ocean.
It is beneficial for healing various ail-
Bungo Beef ments, from cuts, to stiff joints, sen-
sitivity to colds, and more.
At the heart of Beppu onsen town,
Sugioi hotel holds an attractive bath Mud Bath
named ‘Tanayu,’ an open-air bath with Myoban onsen is part of “Beppu
a superb view. It consists of a complex Hatto,” and is known for the large
series of tubs, spread out over five and spacious open-air-mud bath.
tiers like terraced rice paddies. Here The white, smooth mud is said to be
you can overlook Beppu Bay and the great for your skin and face.
night view of the town.
Scenic Nature Spots
This iconic, high-end gourmet item
of Oita, is treated with a prestige Harajiri Falls
similar to that of Kobe Beef. With Nicknamed as “Asia’s Niagara Falls,”
Teppanyaki or Steak, you can enjoy Harajiri Falls represents a horseshoe
its sensational, melt-in-your-mouth shaped waterfall rated one of Ja-
texture, and admire the marbling of pan’s “top 100 waterfalls”, which
the fat through the meat. stands boldly among a scattering of
16Osaka, Higashiosaka http://visitjapan2019.com/venues/cities/osaka
The bustling commercial areas of Osaka, and the picturesque Osaka Castle.
Higashiosaka City is located in East- comes from its time as Japan’s rice
ern Osaka (the literal translation of hub during the Edo Period.
its name,). The easiest way to get
there is by train or flight. As Osaka Varieties of Osaka Food
is the biggest metropolitan hub in When you think of Osakan fast-food,
the Kansai area, getting there is ex- the first thing that comes to mind is
tremely convenient – taking only Takoyaki – balls of wheat-based batter
about 2 hours 30 minutes by Shin- that are cooked in special takoyaki
kansen (bullet train) or about a 1 pans, and generally filled with diced
hour and 10 minute flight from octopus. However, Osaka is known for
Tokyo. its seasonal cuisine as well, one exam-
ple of which is the gorgeous winter
Historically, Osaka’s nickname “tenka delicacy, Tecchiri – a fugu (blowfish)
no daidokoro” (the nation’s kitchen) hot pot.
Saitama, Kumagaya http://visitjapan2019.com/venues/cities/kumagaya
Discover the rural landscapes of Saitama, close-by to Tokyo.
Kumagaya City is located North Edo” (Oedo). Kawagoe is dubbed
from Tokyo, and is easily accessible “Small Edo” (Koedo) in contrast to
by either JR train local lines, or the the bigger city, and is one of the most
bullet train. Omiya, the centre of famous castle towns in Japan. Once
Saitama City is about 30 minutes you step in you will experience ku-
from Tokyo by train, and from Osaka, ra-zukuri buildings, which are strong,
about 3 hours by train via Tokyo. fire-resistant type of buildings. These
old warehouses and houses still
Historical Spots in Saitama stand strong along the street today.
Koedo Kawagoe is a historically pre- Visitors also have the opportunities
served and nostalgic townscape to enjoy a rickshaw ride, try tasty au-
from the Edo period. In the Edo peri- thentic traditional sweets, and see
od Tokyo was known as “Edo”, and several shrines in Kawagoe, which
the main area that is now Tokyo, “Big are all unique to Japan.
Iwate, Kamaishi http://visitjapan2019.com/venues/cities/kamaishi
World heritage sites in Iwate and Kamaishi.
Kamaishi City (Iwate Prefecture) is a of the northern realm of Japan during the
city in Northern Tohoku region. It is Heian period (8th-12th centuries.) For a
accessible by plane or by train. It vibrant but short 100 years, Hiraizumi
boasts a convenient location, locat- existed as a small kingdom in present-day
ed about 2 hours 10 minutes from Iwate Prefecture and its prosperity and
Tokyo by the Shinkansen (bullet grandeur rivalled that of even Kyoto. Its
train), or about 1 hour 20 minutes founder, Lord Kiyohira of the Oshu-Fuji-
from Osaka by plane. wara clan, grew up in a land ravaged by
war,thus strived to make Hiraizumi a place
Hiraizumi of peace for all. He did this according to
The Cultural Heritage of Hiraizumi was the tenets of Pure Land Buddhism, and
inscribed on the World Heritage List in indeed Hiraizumi’s temples and gardens
2011. This historic city of Iwate is home to were built as a representation of the Bud-
ruins that once served as the government dhist “Heaven on earth”.
17Fukuoka Hakatanomori Stadium
Address: 1-1 Higashihirao Koen,
Hakata-ku Fukuoka, 816-0052
Capacity: 22,563
Access: From Fukuoka Airport, take the
Nishitetsu Bus to ‘Higashi-Hirao
Koen-Iriguchi’ (15 minutes) bound for
AEON mall Fukuoka or No3. Umm
Eigyosho, then walk 5 minutes to the
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Kumamoto Stadium
Address: 2776 Hirayamamachi, Higashi Ward,
Kumamoto, Kumamoto Prefecture 861-8012
Capacity: 32,000
Access: From Kumamoto Station on either I
JR Kyushu Shinkansen, JR Kagoshima Line,
or JR Hohi Line, take the Kyushu Sanko Bus
to ‘Park Dorm Kumamoto mae’ (50 minutes)
bound for Shika No8. Menkyo Center, then Kobe Misaki Stadium
walk 3 minutes to the stadium. Address: 1-2-2 Misaki-cho, Hyogo-ku, Kobe
652-0855
Capacity: 30,132
Access: About 10 minutes from Kobe
Sannomiya Station to Misaki Koen Station
on the Kobe City Subway Kaigan Line and
then approx. 5 minutes on foot from there
to the stadium. Or 6 minutes on foot from
JR Wadamisaki Station on the JR
Wadamisaki Line.
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Oita Stadium L
Address: 1351 Yokoo, Oita, Oita Prefecture
870-0126
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Capacity: 40,000
Access: At platform no.3 (Oita Station) on
either JR Kyudai Line, JR Nippo Line, or JR Hohi
Line, take the Oita Bus to ‘Oita Sport Park
Higashi’ (45 minutes) bound for ‘Park Place via
Mera BP’, then walk 5 minutes to the stadium.
City of Toyota Stadium
Hana zono Rugby Stadium Address: 7-2 Sengokucho, Toyota, Aichi
Address: 1-1-1 Matsubaraminami, Prefecture 471-0016
Higashiosaka, Osaka Prefecture 578-0923 Capacity: 45,000
Capacity: 30,000 Access: About 50 – 60 minutes from
Access: About 20 minutes from Osaka Nagoya Station to Toyotashi Station and
Namba Station to Higashi Hanazono then approx. 15 minutes on foot from there
Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line and then to the stadium. Or 17 minutes on foot from
H approx. 10 minutes on foot from there to Shintoyota Station on the Aichi Loop
the stadium. Railway.
18Kumagaya Rugby Stadium Sapporo Dome
Address: 300 Kamigawakami, Kumagaya, Address: 1 Hitsujigaoka, Toyohira Ward,
Saitama Prefecture 360-0004 Sapporo, Hokkaido Prefecture 062-0045
Capacity: 24,000 Capacity: 41,410
Access: Take the train to Kumagaya Station Access: 13 minutes from Sapporo
on the JR Joetsu Shinkansen (bullet train), Subway Station to Fukuzumi Subway
Takasaki Line or Syounan-Shinjuku Line. Out Station on the Toho Line and then
from the North Exit of the Kumagaya Station, approx. 10 minutes on foot from there to
take a bus at the No.3 bus stop to the the Dome (500m).
‘Kumagaya Dome’ or to the ‘Kumagaya
Sports and Culture Park’ (10minutes). A
VENUES
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B
Kamaishi Recovery
Memorial Stadium
Address: Unosumai Kamaishi, Iwate
Capacity: 16,187
Access: Will be announced as soon as the
B stadium is open.
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Shi zuoka Stadium Ecopa
C Address: 2300-1 Aino Fukuroi City,
Shizuoka 437-0031
D Capacity: 50,889 D
E Access: About 50 minutes from Shizuoka
Station or about 20 minutes from
Hamamatsu Station to Aino Station on the
JR Tokaido Line and then approx. 15 Tokyo Stadium
minutes on foot from there to the stadium. Address: 376-3 Nishimachi, Chofu, Tokyo
182-0032
Capacity: 49,970
Access: About 13 minutes from Shinjuku
Station or about 30 minutes from Shibuya
Station to Tobitakyu Station on the Keio
Line and then approx. 5 minutes on foot
from there to the stadium.
International Stadium
Yokohama
Address: 3300 Kozukuecho, Kohoku
Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
222-0036
Capacity: 72,327
Access: About 10 minutes from Yokohama
Station to Shinyokohama Station on the
JR Yokohama Line, or Yokohama Municipal
G Subway and then approx. 14 minutes on E
foot from there to the stadium.
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