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Chūbu Region

Japan expert’s Chūbu travel blog covers the Japanese Alps, including places within Gifu, Ishikawa, Nagano, Niigata, Shizuoka & Yamanashi prefectures. Find itineraries, things to do, best neighbourhoods, cultural experiences, hidden gems, off the beaten path and so much more to help you “be invisible” in the Chūbu Region!

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10 Days in Japan: Unique 10 Day Japan Travel Itinerary to Avoid Crowds | The Invisible Tourist

Unique 10 Days in Japan Travel Itinerary to Avoid Crowds

ByAlyse June 29, 2025June 29, 2025

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Japan 3 Week Itinerary: Amazing Sights & Culture Off the Beaten Track | The Invisible Tourist

3 Weeks in Japan Itinerary: Cities, Alps and Gems In Between

ByAlyse June 23, 2025June 24, 2025

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Shuzenji Onsen Itinerary: Overnight in Izu's Best Hot Spring Town | The Invisible Tourist

Shuzenji Onsen Itinerary: Overnight in Izu’s Best Hot Spring Town

ByAlyse June 10, 2025June 27, 2025

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Izu Peninsula Itinerary: One to 7 Days of Uncrowded Gems

Izu Peninsula Itinerary: One to 7 Days of Uncrowded Gems

ByAlyse June 8, 2025June 10, 2025

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What No One Tells You About Visiting Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park in Summer | The Invisible Tourist

What No One Tells You About Visiting Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park in Summer

ByAlyse June 4, 2025June 10, 2025

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Snowy Day Trip to Gala Yuzawa from Tokyo (for Non-Skiers) | The Invisible Tourist

Snowy Day Trip to Echigo & Gala Yuzawa from Tokyo (for Non-Skiers)

ByAlyse June 3, 2025June 24, 2025

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2 Week Japan Itinerary: Complete Guide for First Time Visitors | The Invisible Tourist

2 Weeks in Japan Itinerary: Complete First-Timer Guide to “Blend In”

ByAlyse June 2, 2025June 10, 2025

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Legoland Nagoya Review: Fun with Fewer Crowds in Japan | The Invisible Tourist

Legoland Nagoya Review: Fun with Fewer Crowds in Japan

ByAlyse June 1, 2025June 2, 2025

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Hida Folk Village, or HIda no Sato, is an uncrowded alternative to the popular Shirakawa-go in Japan

Hida No Sato Folk Village, Takayama’s Delightful Hidden Jewel

ByAlyse May 28, 2025May 28, 2025

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Romantic 10-14 Day Japan Honeymoon Itinerary | The Invisible Tourist

Super Romantic 10-14 Day Japan Honeymoon Itinerary

ByAlyse May 26, 2025May 26, 2025

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Izu Peninsula Hotels & Onsen: Honest Advice for Where to Stay

Izu Peninsula Hotels, Onsen & Ryokan: Honest Advice for Where to Stay

ByAlyse May 7, 2025June 10, 2025

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Kawazu Seven Waterfalls: Guide to Hiking Izu's Nanadaru | The Invisible Tourist

Kawazu Seven Waterfalls: Guide to Hiking Izu’s Nanadaru

ByAlyse May 5, 2025May 7, 2025

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Gujo Hachiman Day Trip Itinerary: Japan's Preserved Water City | The Invisible Tourist

Gujo Hachiman Day Trip Itinerary: Japan’s Hidden Water City

ByAlyse March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

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2 Days in Gero Onsen Itinerary: Take Time to Relax at Gifu's Finest Hot Springs

2 Days in Gero Onsen Itinerary: Take Time to Relax at Gifu’s Finest Hot Springs

ByAlyse March 5, 2025March 31, 2025

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Matsumoto Day Trip Itinerary: Castle & Town in One Day | The Invisible Tourist

Matsumoto Day Trip Itinerary: Castle & Town in One Day

ByAlyse March 1, 2025March 3, 2025

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Essential Tips for Driving in Japan as a Tourist | The Invisible Tourist

Driving in Japan as a Tourist: Essential Tips & Honest Advice

ByAlyse February 26, 2025March 25, 2025

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2 Days in Takayama Itinerary: Discover Old-World Charm & Culture | The Invisible Tourist

2 Days in Takayama Itinerary: Discover Old-World Charm & Culture

ByAlyse February 22, 2025February 22, 2025

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2 Days in Kanazawa Itinerary: Uncover Treasures of "Little Kyoto" | The Invisible Tourist

2 Days in Kanazawa Itinerary: Uncover Treasures of “Little Kyoto”

ByAlyse February 22, 2025February 22, 2025

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Is Nagoya Worth Visiting? 7 Lesser-Known Reasons to Go | The Invisible Tourist

Is Nagoya Worth Visiting? 7 Lesser-Known Reasons to Go

ByAlyse February 14, 2025February 15, 2025

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18 Things to Do in Fujinomiya: The Unseen Side of Mt Fuji | The Invisible Tourist

18 Meaningful Things to Do in Fujinomiya: The Unseen Side of Mt Fuji

ByAlyse February 4, 2025February 4, 2025

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2 Days in Nagano Itinerary: Enjoy Snow Monkeys & Ancient Zen | The Invisible Tourist

2 Days in Nagano Itinerary: Enjoy Snow Monkeys & Ancient Zen

ByAlyse February 1, 2025February 5, 2025

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Spring Flowers in Japan That Aren't Sakura | The Invisible Tourist

9 Spring Flowers in Japan That Aren’t Sakura (and Where to Find Them)

ByAlyse January 25, 2025January 30, 2025

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Underrated Day Trips From Tokyo You Haven’t Thought Of | The Invisible Tourist

18 Underrated Day Trips From Tokyo You Haven’t Thought Of

ByAlyse January 3, 2025January 30, 2025

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Japan Train Symbol Meanings in Google Maps Explained: When to Use IC Card or JR Pass? | The Invisible Tourist

Japan Train Symbol Meanings Explained: When to Use IC Card or JR Pass?

ByAlyse January 3, 2025January 30, 2025

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6 Unique Experiences to Try in Takayama Old Town | The Invisible Tourist

6 Unique Experiences in Takayama Old Town Revealed by a Local

ByAlyse April 4, 2024February 4, 2025

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Unique & Best Places to Visit in Japan for All Types of Travellers | The Invisible Tourist

24 Unique & Best Places to Visit in Japan for All Types of Travellers

ByAlyse February 11, 2024January 30, 2025

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Add Oshino Hakkai to Your Tokyo to Mt Fuji Day Trip Itinerary | The Invisible Tourist

The Best Tokyo to Mt Fuji Day Trip: Gorgeous Lakes, Sacred Sites (& Shopping)

ByAlyse June 4, 2023February 11, 2024

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