By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team
The healing mobile game "Travel Frog" has rapidly gained popularity, becoming a daily hot topic of discussion. Players eagerly await the local specialties or postcards their frog sends back after traveling, as if they themselves are on a journey. Most of the postcard scenes correspond to real landmarks in Japan, including Nagoya Castle, Ise Grand Shrine, and more. Travelers might want to take notes and plan a frog-inspired trip.
Travel Frog's Nagoya Castle (Image/Game screenshot, same below, photoAC)
1. Aichi Prefecture – Nagoya Castle
Nagoya Castle, one of Japan’s Three Great Castles alongside Osaka Castle and Kumamoto Castle, boasts elegant and grand architecture and is also one of the first destinations most Travel Frogs visit.
2. Mie Prefecture – Ise Grand Shrine Uji Bridge
Ise Grand Shrine, known as Japan’s No. 1 Shrine, has been a spiritual home for the Japanese since ancient times. The Uji Bridge here is about 100 meters long, and this tall pillar is one of the bridge’s railings.
Ise Grand Shrine (Image/Wikipedia)
3. Nagano Prefecture – Shinshu Zenko-ji Temple
Zenko-ji Temple is a symbol of Nagano, an ancient Buddhist temple and one of great importance in the history of Japanese Buddhism.
Zenko-ji Temple (Image/Wikipedia)
4. Kyoto – Amanohashidate
Amanohashidate is a unique natural landscape formed by tectonic uplift, creating a sandbar in the sea. Along with Itsukushima Shrine in Miyajima and Matsushima in Matsushima Bay, it is known as one of Japan’s Three Views.
Amanohashidate (Image/Amanohashidate Tourism Association)
5. Hyogo Prefecture – Arima Onsen
Arima Onsen is known as one of Japan’s Three Ancient Springs and is also selected as one of the Three Famous Hot Springs of Japan. Conveniently located near both Osaka and Kobe, Arima Onsen is not only rich in history but also surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, offering a delightful experience for leisurely walks—making it a beloved destination.
Arima Onsen (Image/photoAC)
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