Hotels in Izumi

Japan's only crane museum showcases these majestic birds through interactive exhibits in a wing-shaped building sheltering an egg. Visit Nov-Mar to see actual cranes at the nearby Observation Center.

Soak in therapeutic mineral waters at this traditional Japanese onsen in Kagoshima Prefecture. The tranquil setting offers a perfect escape where you can experience authentic bathing culture away from tourist crowds.

Japan's largest shrine bell towers over visitors at Hakozaki Hachiman Shrine, standing 4 meters tall and weighing 5 tons. Its tiny counterpart—a 2-millimeter silver bell in a replica—is Japan's smallest.

If visiting museums in Izumi are on your list, you might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Tokusankan Izumi. If you want to see more of the museums in Izumi, Izumi City Crane Museum isn't far either.

Witness over 10,000 cranes perform their elegant mating dances at Japan's largest wintering ground. Visit at dawn to catch their breathtaking mass departure as they set off to find food.

Walk among 400-year-old samurai homes where descendants still live behind stone walls and ancient hedges. Dress in traditional kimono or take an ox-drawn carriage ride for the full feudal Japan experience.

A quarter-million cosmos flowers paint the highland landscape in vibrant pinks and whites at 500 meters altitude. Don't miss the observatory views or the local specialty ice cream made with highland milk.

Wander through a paradise of 100,000 hydrangeas in 160 varieties at this Japanese garden. Visit in June for peak blooms or November to catch the vibrant autumn foliage display.