Kato

Kato is located some 270 miles (435 kilometers) from Tokyo, the country's capital, and about 20 miles (32 kilometers) from Kobe.

Discover why Hyogo is so frequented by visitors, by hitting the road and exploring the many man-made and natural attractions surrounding Kato. While you are in Hyogo, check out Nishiwaki. It is 5 miles (8 kilometers) away from Kato and features the Dojiyama Park and Kitaharima Ecomuseum. Also, you could stop by the Koko-en Garden and Himeji Castle in Himeji. It is 18 miles (29 kilometers) from Kato.

While you are on holiday in Kato, visit Kobe. Approximately 20 miles (32 kilometers) to the southeast, this regional city is where you can find Sawa-no-Tsuru Museum, Kobe University (Shindai) and Kobe Green Arena. Kobe Universiade Memorial Stadium, Mount Rokko and Stamp Museum are also good places to spend some time.

Hyogo is blessed with an interesting religious life; learn more about is at the area's many temples. Travelers to Hyogo often spend time exploring the area's open-air museums, gardens and open-air markets.

If you like to get out into the cold, this area may just be the ideal fit. Follow the lead of the locals and enjoy skiing and snowboarding. Bird watching and cycling are just a few of the relaxing activities in this area.

At the end of your adventure in this unique place, say goodbye the way they do in Japanese, with a hearty "Sayōnara."