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What could be better than visiting new places and making the most memorable moments? Imagine a summer vacation at the beach, mountain hiking, or an immersive cultural tour.

The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a warning to climbers, advising them to wear helmets and take other safety measures as volcanic activity intensifies at Yakeyama, located on the border of Gifu and Nagano Prefectures.

In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the World Heritage registration of the 'Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range,' an event was held on July 6 in Nachikatsuura, Wakayama Prefecture. The event featured participants walking along the stone-paved Kumano Kodo trail illuminated by bamboo lights.

On July 7, Tanabata, an event will be held in central Osaka where approximately 40,000 LED-lit spheres will be floated down the Okawa River, creating an illusion of the Milky Way. The blue lights will shimmer on the water's surface, evoking a starry night sky.

The Nagashima Jumbo Sea Water Pool in Kuwana City, Mie Prefecture, opened its doors on July 6, unveiling one of the world's largest water slides.

Known as the 'Ise Shrine of Tokyo,' Tokyo Daijingu, located in Chiyoda Ward, is famed for its blessings in love and matchmaking. On July 7, Tanabata Day, many visitors, including those dressed in yukata, flocked to the shrine.

We're heading to Hachinohe Station in Aomori Prefecture, about 3 hours from Tokyo by bullet train. Today, we'll be staying at a hot spring ryokan themed around a local Japanese festival. (It's Time to Travel)

The top 5 things to experience in Yokohama - Japan. (japan-guide.com)