Kyoto is often called "the heart of Japan" and it is said that it would be impossible to get to…
Known worldwide for its more than 10,000 torii gates in a row, the Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine attracts around 3…
Gion is the place where the famous geisha, the cultural symbol of Japan, are still doing their work every night.…
Okinawa was an independent kingdom named the Ryukyu Islands from 1429 to 1879, and Shurijo Castle was the seat of…
Arashiyama in Kyoto is famous for its mystical bamboo grove, but the area is actually a lot larger than just…
The Kiyomizu Dera temple in Kyoto is one of Japan's most famous Buddhist temples and with good reason, as it…
Kinkakuji was founded in 1397 as a resting villa for the third shogun of the Muromachi era, Ashikaga Yoshimitsu. This…
Himeji Castle was the first registered World Cultural Heritage site (in 1993) in Japan. It is said to be a…
Kenrokuen Garden is listed as one of the three most beautiful gardens in all of Japan and is undoubtedly the…
While planning a trip to Japan, it can be difficult to make a choice of where to go, due to…
While planning a trip to Kyoto, it can be difficult to make the decision to choose where to go if…
To help you decide where to go in Osaka if you are short on time, we compiled a list of…
Asakusa is one of Tokyo's most popular districts to visit for both local and international tourists. This is because of…
The imposing Imperial Palace and its wonderful Japanese garden are on top of most tourists' must-see lists. A visit to…
Nezu shrine from 1705 has the oldest surviving Shinto shrine building in Tokyo. Having survived the war, it is considered…
Near the areas of Shibuya and Harajuku is the famous Meiji Jingu, where the souls of Emperor Meiji and his…
Some of the best immersive art experiences that can be enjoyed in Japan are modern exhibitions by teamLab. There are…
The Shinjuku Gyoen National Park is a large green area with beautiful landscapes that provide a sense of tranquility. A…
In the Harajuku area near Takeshita Street, there is a special store that allows the visitor to be in direct…
This former family temple of the Tokugawa clan is a must-see if you are in the area. There is an…