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Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony, feed wild monkeys and explore World Heritage-listed temples and shrines in this historically rich Japanese city.

Seeing this garden in a picture may seem like a photo effect, but it isn’t a trick. Nature, with some human help, has created a unique place that must be seen.  

Imperial, political and religious landmarks, peaceful gardens, superb art exhibitions, live music venues and theaters beckon visitors to Tokyo’s central district. 

One of Isamu Noguchi’s last projects is an expansive public space that is more a immersive work of art than a traditional park.

With picturesque blossom gardens and a golden hall considered a national treasure, this temple is a historic monument devoted to bliss and tranquility.

Experience the energy of one of the world’s largest cities, home to electronics shops and towering skyscrapers, ancient art and pretty cherry blossoms.

Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years.

With ski slopes, parks, beer gardens and festivals, this sprawling city on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido has something to offer year-round.

Admire spectacular coastal scenery and magnificent rock formations at one of the most prominent religious sites on Okinawa. 

Experience the energy of one of the world’s largest cities, home to electronics shops and towering skyscrapers, ancient art and pretty cherry blossoms.

Take a trip to this offshore aquarium and discover the tropical fish, bright coral and azure waters of Okinawa. 

Blending ancient traditions with ultra-modern lifestyles, this populous metropolitan area has stunning natural scenery, relaxing hot springs and fun theme parks. 

Take a stroll or a bicycle ride through this sublime forest to experience the otherworldly tranquility created by filtered sunlight and rustling bamboo leaves.

Blending ancient traditions with ultra-modern lifestyles, this populous metropolitan area has stunning natural scenery, relaxing hot springs and fun theme parks. 

See the beautiful views over the port of Kobe from the top of this landmark, which is a well-known symbol of the city.

Explore a 1,000-year-old Buddhist temple complex and attend a fire ritual performed in honor of an important Buddhist deity.

Enjoy vegetarian food and go skiing in this scenic mountain region, explore the ancient wooden Zenkoji Temple and historic castle, and hear legends of ninja warriors.

Experience the energy of one of the world’s largest cities, home to electronics shops and towering skyscrapers, ancient art and pretty cherry blossoms.

Experience the energy of one of the world’s largest cities, home to electronics shops and towering skyscrapers, ancient art and pretty cherry blossoms.

Take a tour of this lavishly decorated hilltop castle that was home to powerful Japanese kings for more than 400 years.