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ferry

Because ferries can carry your car onboard and transport it with you to your destination, you can relax overnight in a hotel-like cabin and then drive off in your familiar vehicle upon arrival. Enjoying an unhurried voyage while gazing out at the open sea offers a charm that’s distinct from high-speed travel by airplane or train.

matsutake (pine mushroom)

It grows in many regions around the world, particularly where Japanese red pines are abundant. However, as pine forests that serve as its habitats have been declining globally in recent years, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) designated it as an endangered species in July 2020. In Japan, it is considered a high-end edible mushroom, but outside Japan it is often regarded as having an unpleasant smell.

Shinkansen

Japan’s Shinkansen are regarded as world-class for their speed, safety, and punctuality. Japan’s distinctive features include a complex terrain and a wide variety of climates—from the cold of the northern regions to the humidity of the southernmost areas. In addition, seismic activity is frequent, and the technologies have been developed amid these diverse challenges.

remote control

Even those who are used to operating home appliances directly will be amazed at the convenience of using a remote control that lets you operate them from a distance with the press of a button. Whether adjusting the lights while watching TV or turning on the heater from bed, it has become an indispensable part of our daily lives.

monorail

“Monorail” is a loanword from English, combining “mono,” meaning single, and “rail,” meaning track. Although it resembles a train, it differs significantly not only in the type of track it uses but also in operating speed, maintenance costs, and the terrain it suits. By leveraging the strengths of each, today’s convenient transportation networks have been developed.