Memorable summer experiences in the land of cherry blossoms

Each season in Japan leaves a unique taste in the hearts of every visitor. It is the dreamy spring with cherry blossoms, the brilliant summer with a series of interesting experiences, the romantic autumn in the orange color of leaves and the winter days covered in white snow. This summer, join Vietravel to discover extremely interesting experiences in the "land of cherry blossoms" to have the most memorable memories!

Find peace in ancient villages

Oshino Hakkai Village at the Foot of Mount Fuji

An interesting place where you can both admire Mount Fuji and enjoy the fresh air of the peaceful village is Oshino Hakkai. The ancient village of Oshino Hakkai is not only beautiful as if it came out of a fairy tale, but it is also a bright pearl of Japanese culture, where the beautiful lifestyle of the people of the "cherry blossom country" is preserved.

Oshino Hakkai Village is like a low note in the harmony of rapid and bustling changes of life. The moss-covered wooden houses with simple thatched roofs, the small bridge with unique architecture across the river or the bushes, grass, and neatly trimmed flower gardens,... are what you can easily encounter when walking around the ancient village of Oshino Hakkai.

Shirakawago Village

Nestled at the foot of Hida Takayama Mountain, Shirakawago is a rustic village recognized as a World Cultural Heritage and has become a "hideaway" for those who love peace.

Shirakawago village is like a fairyland, far away from the hustle and bustle of modern life and gives visitors a sense of nostalgia and peace. This place impresses with its old Gassho-Zukuri architecture houses with large, steep roofs covered with thatched grass that resemble hands in prayer.

Visiting Shirakawago in the summer, you will be immersed in the cool green nature, feel the fresh air and enjoy delicious traditional dishes that are rarely found anywhere else.

Takayama Old Village

If you love rustic, ancient, traditional architecture like coming out of Japanese comics, then Takayama ancient village is a precious gift for you.

This place still preserves the old streets with traditional Japanese architecture and is considered the crown jewel of Gifu province. The emerald green path under the midday sun, the hundred-year-old jazz bars or the long-standing food stalls,... always make visitors fascinated every time they visit Takayama.

Takayama Old Town is also a great destination for you to explore the Alps and experience the best hot springs in Japan. This place also preserves the 300-year-old cultural beauty with a series of unique festivals that you should not miss.

Enjoy Kobe beef

Known as one of the most expensive meats in the world, Kobe beef is always highly appreciated for its flavor and aesthetics. Kobe beef is meticulously cared for, has a special diet and is thoroughly checked for health before being supplied to the market.

The beautiful marbling of red meat creates a harmonious and beautiful look, stimulating the taste buds of any diner. Kobe beef is best when pan-fried with some vegetables, tubers, mushrooms, etc. to bring out its characteristic aroma. When enjoying, you will be conquered by the fatty, sweet, soft flavor that melts in your mouth.

Admire the brilliant colors of flowers in summer

Japan not only welcomes summer with its golden sunshine but also with its brilliance and charm with its abundance of flowers. Summer is the season of lavender, Nemophila, sunflowers, hydrangeas, etc. You can find colorful flower gardens in any park or farm in Japan.

What could be more wonderful than taking "virtual photos" with thousands of flowers, walking around breathing the fresh air and experiencing interesting activities such as: outdoor picnics, enjoying dishes from traditional stalls nearby, learning about the culture and life of local people,...