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Sannai Maruyama Site Center

4.0

568 Reviews

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Aomori Aomori-shi Sannai Maruyama 305

Aomori is known for its heavy snowfall in winter, so visiting an archeological site out in the open is not the first thing that comes to mind at that time of year. However, I still had a great time...
Kanazawa Station Tourist Information Center

4.5

321 Reviews

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Ishikawa Pref. Kanazawashi Kinoshimbomachi 1-1JR Kanazawa Station Campus

The Kanazawa Station Tourist Information Center is located directly in front of the Shinkansen (bullet train) ticket gate inside Kanazawa Station. Besides providing tourist information for Kanazawa and other parts of Ishikawa Prefecture, the Center also offers a range of other services; it can help visitors to book hotel accommodation for that evening, arrange to have luggage sent to the hotel, loan umbrellas, wheelchairs, etc., and sell one-day bus passes for Kanazawa city buses, etc. One counter is staff by volunteers who can provide tourist information in English.

Start your visit to Kanazawa here. Its not just the maps, the English counter will point out where you eat, catch the JR bus (if you have a pass) and what to do rain, snow or shine.
Sakurajima Visitor Center

4.0

228 Reviews

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Kagoshima Kagoshima-shi Sakurajimayokoyamacho 1722-29

This visitor center for Sakurajima is located in Kirishima Kinkowan National Park (Sakurajima). The center features informational exhibits about the history of the volcano's eruptions as well as the nature on the island. It is popular for allowing visitors to experience the living Sakurajima through its high-definition theater, dioramas, computers, and other media. Exhibits include volcanic projectiles of various sizes from actual eruptions, a cross-sectional model of the volcano's layers, live camera footage of its Showa crater, and real time seismograph data, and up-to-date numbers of past eruptions. There is also a museum shop where visitors can purchase souvenirs such as the island's special products as well as volcanic ash and rocks.

I had a great visit to Sakurajima today, including a stop to the Visitor Center. I actually ended up spending more time here than I thought I would. Due to ample English signage, I read through all...
Marine Station Naoshima

4.0

98 Reviews

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Kagawa Pref. Kagawagunnaoshimachou 2249-40

You’ll find this station at the Miyanoura Port ferry terminal in Naoshima Town, Kagawa County, Kagawa Prefecture. It features a bold design that befits its role as the entrance to Naoshima, and island known for its culture and artistry. Inside the facility, there’s a tourism information center, a cafe, a waiting area, a ticket purchasing area, a specialty goods shop, and a bus terminal, and the place is always bustling with tourists. Next to the building is the “red pumpkin,” an impressive outdoor art installation by Yayoi Kusama featuring a vibrant red dotted design.

直島と、高松港や宇野港とをフェリーの行き来する際に重要となるフェリーターミナルです。フェリーへの乗船チケットの購入と、目的のフェリーに乗るまでの待合スペースのみがあるだけでなく、カフェや土産物店も併設しています。待合スペースは屋外にもありますが、屋内にもあるため、日差しが強かったり悪天候の日等は屋内でのんびり過ごすのもいいでしょう。直島を周遊するためのバス停やタクシー乗り場は勿論、道路を挟んで向か...
Tokyo Tourist Information Center Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building

4.0

197 Reviews

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Tokyo Shinjuku-ku Nishishinjuku 2-8-1 Tokyo Metropolitan Government first this government office building 1F

This is a sightseeing information center established for tourists both domestic and foreign on the first floor of the North side of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s main building. The center details sightseeing routes and provides information on transportation, introduces accommodation within the city, and also sells merchandise and tickets. There is also a service that introduces volunteer sightseeing guides for foreign tourists. Open every day year-round and business hours are from 9:30–18:30.

Great english speakers and they go out of their way to help you out. they give you a wealth of information on things to do and will research for you.
Fukuoka City Tourist Information Center (Hakata Station Information Center)

4.0

185 Reviews

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Fukuoka Fukuoka-shi Hakata-ku Hakata Sta. Chuogai 1-1

A tourist information center located within Hakata Station. They offer tourist information for all prefectures in Kyushu with a focus on Fukuoka City as well as provide city transportation and station information, rental car services, and more. Information is available via pamphlets and tablet terminals and staff are available who can assist in English and Korean.

This center is located on the ground floor of the Hakata Station in between the two main exits and has maps and travel pamphlets for all of Kyushu in Japanese, English, Korean and Chinese. It is a...
Kamikochi Visitor Center

4.0

86 Reviews

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Nagano Pref. Matsumotoshi Adumi Kamikouchi 4468

Located at the entrance to Konashidaira in Azumi-kamikochi, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, the visitor center provides information on the animals and wilderness of Kamikochi. The facility teaches about local wildlife through videos, displays, and lectures; you can also find all the information needed to trek or walk through the area, such as which flowers are in season, local plants and animals, weather forecasts, and safety tips. The facility is only open from late April to November 15 when the Kamikochi area is open to visitors.

We had no idea this place was even here, but we were very excited to visit and gather information. The insdie is beautiful with great flora and fauna information of the area. The folks at the desk...
Hokkaido-Sapporo Food & Tourism Information Center

4.0

191 Reviews

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Hokkaido Sapporoshi Kita-ku Kitarokujounishi 4JR Sapporo Station West Concourse North Exit

The Hokkaido-Sapporo Food & Tourism Information Center is a collaboration between Hokkaido and Sapporo City that aims to disseminate sightseeing information and eating attractions to tourists and locals. It is located at the north exit of the west concourse on the first floor of JR Sapporo Station, and is the first facility in Japan to contain the three entities of the prefecture, municipality and JR. There is also a corner with pamphlets from all around Hokkaido and a cafe that publicizes and sells safe and sound Hokkaido foods where it is easy to savor light refreshments using local specialties.

they offer good information in multiple languages, and also many materials for tourists. Its right next to the JR office where you can purchase train tickets and exchange JR passes.
Fujisan World Heritage Center

4.0

94 Reviews

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Yamanashi Pref. Minamitsurugunfujikawaguchikomachi Funatsu 6663-1

This is a visitor’s center located near the entrance to the Fuji Subaru Line. The South Hall which was newly established in 2016 to mark Mt. Fuji’s registration as a cultural site of world heritage, the history of Mt. Fuji and the natural environment as well as Mt. Fuji themed works of art are showcased at the center. A comprehensive information center has been established which covers information on the vicinity, including such places as Mt. Fuji and the Five Lakes of Mt. Fuji; the center can also be used as a base for sightseeing.

Before leaving the national park, we went to the Fujisan World Heritage Center, which is an information center for travelers to Mt.Fuji and the Five Lakes of Fuji, and consists of two halls, north...
Notsuke Peninsula Nature Center

4.0

126 Reviews

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Hokkaido Notsukegumbetsukaichou Notsuke 63

The Notsuke Peninsula Nature Center presents information about the natural environment and history of the Notsuke Peninsula, Japan’s largest sand-spit. There are photographs of the wild bird species that are seen on the Peninsula, including the White-tailed Sea Eagle and Japanese Red-crowned Crane, and the plant species that grow there, as well as an area outlining the history and prehistory of the region. On the First Floor, visitors can try milk and soft-serve ice cream produced locally in the Bekkai district. The Nature Center is around 50 minutes’ drive from Nakashibetsu Airport. Between May and the end of October, the Nature Center can also be reached easily by tourist boat from Odaito Pond.

This centre is located facing the Notsuke Bay which was frozen when were there recently. It has a nice souvenir shop and a small museum on the first floor over looking the bay. There are no English...
Kyoto Tourist Information Center

4.0

114 Reviews

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Kyoto Kyoutoshi Shimogyou-ku Karasumashiokouji Downer Kyoto Station Building 2F along the north and south free passage

Located on the second floor of the Kyoto Station building, this information center is jointly operated by the city and prefecture of Kyoto. The facility provides tourist information, including sightseeing spots and lodging facilities throughout the prefecture, and also sells event tickets. In addition to English, the center also provides information in Chinese, and both North and South Korean dialects.

I went there twice and the staff was always helpful and spot on. I asked about the location of a ramen restaurant I had spoted, but the staff knew a lot about ramen and pointed me to 2 shops that...
Kochi Tabi Hiroba

3.5

151 Reviews

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Kouchi Pref. Kouchishi Kitahonmachi 2-chome 10-17

Kochi Tabi Hiroba is located directly in front of Kochi Station. It houses the “Tosa Terrace” Kochi tourist information center, and is the venue for “Tosa Omotenashi Kaientai” stage performances for tourists, which are held every weekend and on public holidays. The statues of famous historical figures Sakamoto Ryoma, Nakaoka Shintaro and Takeichi Hanpeita make a great backdrop for souvenir photos.

If you are taking trains at Kochi station, you would not miss this location. ANd a picture during sunny blue sky days would be very nice. It is just in front of JR station, next to Tourist...
Naruko Tourism and Hotel Information Center

4.5

83 Reviews

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Miyagi Osaki-shi Narukonsen Yumoto 2-1 JR Narukonsen Sta. Konai

A tourist information center located inside NarukoOnsen Station in NarukoOnsen Yumoto, Osaki City. They provide information regarding accommodations and sightseeing in the NarukoOnsen area. They also sell special Geta Bill coupon books that provide a variety of benefits including discounts at participating shops in the hot spring village.

This place is famous for its 1000 years history and 370 hot springs. The impression of this city is that in this place, time is passing slower than the city. So when I visited this place, it made me...
Fukuoka City Tourist Information (Sightseeing Plaza Tenjin)

4.0

125 Reviews

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Fukuoka Fukuoka-shi Chuo-ku Tenjin 2-1-1 Lion Hiroba

A tourist information center located within the Lion Hiroba (Square) at the Fukuoka Mitsukoshi Entrance in Tenjin 2-Chome. They offer tourism pamphlets about Kyushu with a focus on Fukuoka and also offer a tablet computer terminal where you can look up further information. Staff are capable to assist in Korean and English and they also offer rental strollers that can be used in the Tenjin area.

Well, it doesnt make sense to me that this is the #1 attraction in Fukuoka (that would be Ohori park of the Japanese garden within the park, in my opinion), but its a tourist info center, and if...
Hirosaki Municipal Tourist Center

4.0

100 Reviews

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Aomori Pref. Hirosakishi Shimoshiroganechou 2-1

Hirosaki Municipal Tourist Center provides tourist information by a tourist concierge, and various guide maps according to your destination. The displays of the decorated floats of the “Neputa Festival” on the first floor, and traditional crafts of Tsugaru on the second floor are also an attraction. There is also a local produce shop, restaurant, and bicycle rental service, so drop in before you begin exploring Hirosaki.

弘前城南側の観光施設です。土産物屋やレストラン、ねぶた等の展示も在りますので立ち寄ってみては如何でしょう。個人的には美味しいリンゴパイのお店を探すのに「リンゴパイマップ」が役立ちました。
Sendai Tourist Information Center

4.0

81 Reviews

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Miyagi Pref. Sendaishi Aoba-ku Chuou 1-1-1 JR Sendai Station 2F inside the Plaza

A tourist information center located in Sendai Station in Sendai City. The center was originally located at the entrance to the station but was moved to a newer, updated facility in the station's View Plaza area. The center provides sightseeing and lodging information on the Sendai area and Miyagi Prefecture. The center's walls and shelves are stuffed with pamphlets providing information on area events. The center always has English-speaking staff on hand ready to help international tourists. The center is also frequently used as a starting point for tie-up events with works of fiction taking place in the area such as the popular anime series Wake Up, Girls! and JoJo's Bizarre Adventure.

Staffs are very nice and helpful. They can communicate in English very well. They give me the completed information in Sendai and the other area around Sendai especially the updated local bus...
Jodogahama Visitor Center

4.0

69 Reviews

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Iwate Pref. Miyakoshi Hitachihamachou 32-69

This information facility is located inside Rikuchu Kaigan National Park in the Hitachihama-cho area of Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture. It gives you information about various natural areas in the national park such as the Jodogahama rock formations and Sanno Rock. There are exhibits related to the Sanriku coast and also a rest space, making it a place used by many local residents. In addition, it also holds events to maintain the Michinoku Coastal Trail footpath.

浄土ヶ浜ビジターセンターの駐車場に車を止めて、浄土ヶ浜に行けます。ビジターセンター内には案内展示などもありました。
Chojabaru Visitor Center

4.0

49 Reviews

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Oita Pref. Kusugunkokonoemachi Tano 255-33

The visitor center for Aso Kuju National Park situated along the Yamanami Highway in Tano, Kokonoe Town, Kusu County. This center boasts a superb view of the Kuju Mountains, and the Tadewara Wetlands, covered by the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands, sprawls behind the center. The center contains exhibits on the plant and animal life in the area and wooden walkways lead from the center to the wetlands.

We needed help with the installation of the snow chain onto our tires (didnt expect snow in kyushu mid DEC)...and we went to get help at the visitor centre hopefully to get help of any kind... But to...
Gokayama Tourist Information Center

4.0

21 Reviews

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Toyama Pref. Nantoshi Kaminashi 754

Gokayama Tourist Information Center is located in the village of Minami-gokayama (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Toyama Prefecture. Besides providing information about tourist attractions, accommodation etc. in the area, the Center can also provide information regarding transportation services. In addition, the Center disseminates up-to-date information via Facebook, Twitter and other social networking services. The Murakami House, a traditional Gasshozukuri-style farmhouse which has been designated as a National Important Cultural Property, is nearby.

世界遺産に登録されている五箇山の菅沼地区と相倉地区。その中間に、上梨という地区があり、観光案内所がありました。こちらの観光案内所は、合掌造りの建物なんです。建物内には、五箇山の観光パンフレットなどが並んでいました。
Hakodate Community Design Center

4.0

72 Reviews

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Hokkaido Hakodateshi Suehirochou 4-19

The Hakodate Community Design Center is located in a building that was originally constructed in 1923 to serve as the Hakodate Branch of the Maruiimai clothing chain; the renovated building reopened as the Hakodate Community Design Center in April 2007. The Center disseminates information about local matters, including tourist information. The Center is around one minute’s walk from the Jujigai streetcar stop, and immediately adjacent to the Jujigai bus stop.

函館山ロープウェイの山麓駅から南部坂を下って行くと市電通りに面して立っていました。やや円形のレトロな建築物で、外観を眺めるだけでも十分と云えそうでした。後日、館内を訪問してみたところ観光客向けの施設を兼ねておりパンフレット類も設置されていました。