Japan Travel Guide

Minato Mirai is Full of Fun Attractions

In 1981 the municipal government of Yokohama, Japan’s second-largest city after Tokyo, started to revitalize its port area in order to carry Yokohama into the 21st century as a business hub independent of Tokyo. Minato Mirai 21 is the 1.2-mile urban redevelopment of the waterfront of Yokohama.
Koyasan with its Gorgeous Architecture and Traditions

Koyasan is a center of Buddhist study and practice, located in the northeastern part of Wakayama Prefecture. It is surrounded by eight low peaks in Koya-Ryujin Quasi-National Park.
Himeji Castle | A Masterpiece of Castle Building Technology

Himeji Castle was the first registered World Cultural Heritage site (in 1993) in Japan. It is said to be a masterpiece of Japan’s unique castle architecture technology that reached its peak in 1600.
Nijo Castle | with its Gorgeous Architecture and Many Treasures

Nijo-jo Castle in Kyoto has witnessed some of the most important events in Japanese history in the 400 years since it was built. In 1940 the palace was first opened to the public. Today it is one of the most important tourist spots in the city of Kyoto.
Experience Zen | the Essence of Buddhism in Kyoto

There is a Zen temple in Kyoto called Koshoji, located near Kuramaguchi Station, which is not a typical tourist sightseeing spot. Even though tourists are discouraged from going in, it is an interesting place to visit.
Kinkakuji | The Most Beautiful Buddhist Temple

Kinkakuji was founded in 1397 as a resting villa for the third shogun of the Muromachi era, Ashikaga Yoshimitsu. This shogun asked his son to turn the villa into a Zen temple when he died, and so it happened.
6 Recommended Places in Osaka

To help you decide where to go in Osaka if you are short on time, we compiled a list of the 5 best places to visit in this bustling city.
5 Great Kyoto Sightseeing Destinations

While planning a trip to Kyoto, it can be difficult to make the decision to choose where to go if you have a limited amount of time due to the large number of amazing sights that exist in Japan’s ancient capital city. This is a list of the 5 best places to visit during your…
5 Especially Great Places to Visit in Tokyo

While planning a trip to Japan, it can be difficult to make a choice of where to go, due to the great number of interesting places to visit. Therefore, we made a list of the 5 best places to visit while traveling in Tokyo.
Nakano Broadway, Tokyo | a Town Full of Japanese Subcultures

Nakano Broadway is an amazing retro shopping center that is regarded as a sanctuary for ‘otaku’, the Japanese version of nerds. Learn more about this interesting hidden spot in Tokyo!
Shinjuku, Tokyo | the most Enjoyable Nightlife District in Japan

Shinjuku is known for its impressive streets full of neon signs. Throughout the territory, there is a wide variety of international cuisine and hundreds of department stores ranging from clothing stores to high-tech devices.
Sunamachi Ginza, Tokyo | Great Street Food is Available

If you are a bit adventurous, the Sunamachi Ginza is a great alternative for crowded and popular places like Omoide Yokocho to get your local street food fix.
Yanesen & Yanaka Tokyo | A City Full of Tokyo History

Yanesen in Tokyo is a great destination for travelers who are looking for a peaceful, local area with a traditional feel to it. Find out what to see and do in Yanesen!
Monzennakacho, Tokyo | A town full of downtown atmosphere and humanity

Monzennakacho is a great area for a quick, local bite and tipple. There are many tiny restaurants that serve great food, and there’s a local temple with an interesting ceremony.
Shibuya, Tokyo | A Vibrant Town where Young People Gather

Tokyo’s young fashion mecca Shibuya has been given a make-over! What’s the popular area’s history? And what is there to do today?
Roppongi, Tokyo | Fashionable and Representative of Japan’s Downtown Area

Roppongi is known as one of Tokyo’s nightlife destinations that are especially popular with local expats. What else is there to see and do in cosmopolitan Roppongi?
Experience Japan in the Edo Period at the Edo-Tokyo Museum

In the heart of the Japanese sumo wrestling city of Ryogoku is the acclaimed Edo-Tokyo Museum, where you can learn all about Tokyo when it was still named Edo.
Ginza, Tokyo | One of the Best Shopping Spots in Japan

Ginza is a district in central Tokyo, and its name means ‘silver place’ when translated to English. That still holds true today, as it is one of the most high-end shopping districts in Japan.
Fukagawa Edo Museum | Time Travel to the Edo Period!

The Fukugawa Edo Museum is a small history museum where you can be transported back in time to the Edo era. Find out what you can see in this cool little museum!
Odaiba, Tokyo | you can Experience a Variety of Activities

Artificial island Odaiba in Tokyo became very popular with young people, especially young couples who flock to shopping and amusement. Find out what fun you can have here!