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Top Ten Sights in Japan

Mount Fuji
Mount Fuji

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Kinkaku-ji
Kinkaku-ji

Kyoto's famed 'Golden Pavilion', Kinkaku-ji is one of Japan's best-known sights. The main hall, covered in brilliant gold leaf, shining above its reflecting pond is truly spectacular. Needless to say, due to its beauty, the temple can be packed any day of the year. It's best to go early in the day or just before closing, ideally on a weekday.

Kiyomizu-Dera
Kiyomizu-Dera

A buzzing hive of activity perched on a hill overlooking the basin of Kyoto, Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto's most popular and most enjoyable temples. It may not be a tranquil refuge, but it represents the favoured expression of faith in Japan.

Itsukushima Shrine
Itsukushima Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine The Floating Shrine on the Sea. The shrine has more than 1400 years of history, and is a registered World Heritage Site. The vermillion lacquered shrine, located at the beautiful Itsukushima, fits well with the Prussian blue sea, and the green of the virgin forest, recreating the elegance of the Heian era.

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Fushimi Inari-Taisha
Fushimi Inari-Taisha

Nowadays, the shrine is one of Japan’s most popular, and is the head shrine for some 40,000 Inari shrines scattered the length and breadth of the country. As you explore the shrine, you will come across hundreds of stone foxes.

Odaiba
Odaiba

It was not until the second half of the 1990s, when several hotels, shopping malls and the Yurikamome elevated train line were opened, that Odaiba developed into one of Tokyo's most popular tourist attractions and date spots with a wide selection of shopping, dining and leisure options.

Arashiyama
Arashiyama

Just what is there to do there? Here are five things to do in Arashiyama that make it worth the trip. 1. Visit the Bamboo Forest Probably the town's biggest claim to fame and one of the most photographed sights in Japan, the Sagano Bamboo Forest should be on any Arashiyama itinerary.

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Sensō-ji
Sensō-ji

(Historically, Japan's two religions, Buddhism and Shintō, were intertwined and it was not uncommon for temples to include shrines and vice versa.) The current building, painted a deep shade of red, dates to 1649 and is a rare example of early Edo architecture.

Lake Kawaguchi
Lake Kawaguchi

Lake Kawaguchiko (河口湖) is the most easily accessible of the Fuji Five Lakes with train and direct bus connections to Tokyo. A hot spring resort town with various tourist attractions and views of Mount Fuji is located around the lake's eastern end, while the northern and western shores are mostly undeveloped.

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Tokyo Skytree
Tokyo Skytree

The Tokyo Skytree (東京スカイツリー) is a television broadcasting tower and landmark of Tokyo. It is the centerpiece of the Tokyo Skytree Town in the Sumida City Ward, not far away from Asakusa.

Tokyo Disneyland
Tokyo Disneyland

Tokyo Disneyland is a theme park based on the films produced by Walt Disney. It was opened in 1983 as the first Disney theme park outside of the United States. Modeled after Disneyland in California and the Magic Kingdom in Florida, Tokyo Disneyland is made up of seven themed lands and features seasonal decorations and parades.

Tōdai-ji
Tōdai-ji

Discover the best attractions in Japan including Tōshō-gū, Sensō-ji, Tōdai-ji.

Lake Ashi
Lake Ashi

Things to do near Lake Ashi (Ashinoko) on TripAdvisor: See 21,986 reviews and 16,217 candid photos of things to do near Lake Ashi (Ashinoko) in Hakone-machi, Kanagawa Prefecture.

Osaka Castle
Osaka Castle

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Nijō Castle
Nijō Castle

Nijo Castle in Kyoto was built in 1603 as the official Kyoto residence of the first Tokugawa shogun, Ieyasu. It is not your typical Japanese castle, but more of a palace style castle. Nijo Castle was constructed as a demonstration of the shogun’s power and prestige and to signal the demise of the emperor.

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Meiji Shrine
Meiji Shrine

Entry into the shrine grounds is marked by a massive torii gate, after which the sights and sounds of the busy city are replaced by a tranquil forest. The approximately 100,000 trees that make up Meiji Jingu's forest were planted during the shrine's construction and were donated from regions across the entire country.

Historic Villages of Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama
Historic Villages of Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama

The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama are one of Japan's UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The cultural property consists of three historic mountain villages over an area of 68 hectares (170 acres) in the remote Shogawa river valley, stretching across the border of Gifu and Toyama Prefectures in central Japan.

Harajuku
Harajuku

Join us on a trip around Harajuku's best restaurants, cafés, gift shops and fashion boutiques – lots of fashion boutiques. And if these 50 things to do in Harajuku aren't enough for you, make sure to check out our guide to Tokyo's very best shops.

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Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan

Universal Studios Japan. ... To get here, take the JR Loop line to Nishi-kujō Station, then switch to the JR Yumesaki line for Universal Studios ...

Ueno Park
Ueno Park

Ueno Park is Tokyo's most significant cultural center. Its 300 acres are filled with museums, temples, shrines, natural attractions, important institutions and several of Japan's top schools. Each year more than 10 million people visit Ueno Park.

Tokyo Imperial Palace
Tokyo Imperial Palace

The land around the Imperial Palace is now the most expensive in Japan. Tokyo station (near the palace) is Tokyo's intercity rail hub — connecting Tokyo with the rest of Japan. View location in Google Maps.

DōTonbori
DōTonbori

These is the best place in Japan to enjoy the best of their food. Price is high, but you will enjoy the food and sights. Clean and enjoyable atmosphere to walk during evenings. Great stay and food trip.

Tokyo DisneySea
Tokyo DisneySea

Due to its sheer enormity, the number of visitors and the time element, it is a must to prioritize which among the Tokyo DisneySea attractions merit your effort.

Mount Kōya
Mount Kōya

Mount Koya (高野山, Kōyasan) is the center of Shingon Buddhism, an important Buddhist sect which was introduced to Japan in 805 by Kobo Daishi (also known as Kukai), one of Japan's most significant religious figures.

Enoshima
Enoshima

12 Things To Do On Enoshima Island posted by John Spacey, March 15, 2015 Enoshima is a small touristy island near Kamakura that's known for its beach culture and views of Mount Fuji.

Roppongi
Roppongi

Housed in a stylish space close to Roppongi Station, Japan’s first BrewDog bar has a total of 20 varieties of beer on tap, while the food menu holds its own with offerings like homemade burgers and hotdogs.

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Ishigaki
Ishigaki

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Shinjuku Gyo-en
Shinjuku Gyo-en

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Nikkō Tōshō-gū
Nikkō Tōshō-gū

A World Heritage Site, Tōshō-gū is a brilliantly decorative shrine in a beautiful natural setting. Among its notable features is the dazzling 'Sunset Gate' Yōmei-mon. As the shrine gears up for its 400th anniversary, a major restoration program is underway.

Himeji Castle
Himeji Castle

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Tokyo Tower
Tokyo Tower

Standing 333 meters high in the center of Tokyo, Tokyo Tower (東京タワー) is the world's tallest, self-supported steel tower and 13 meters taller than its model, the Eiffel Tower. A symbol of Japan's post-war rebirth as a major economic power, Tokyo Tower was the country's tallest structure from its completion in 1958 until 2012 when it was surpassed by the Tokyo Skytree.

ŌWakudani
ŌWakudani

Discover the best attractions in Hakone including Hakone Open-Air ... Showcasing the dazzling Japanese, ... It glides over the steaming crater of Ōwakudani, ...

Tokyo Disney Resort
Tokyo Disney Resort

DisneySea targets a more grown-up crowd, but still has many attractions for kids. Both resorts get extremely crowded, especially on weekends and during summer holidays; you'll have to be strategic with your fast passes.

Tsukiji Fish Market
Tsukiji Fish Market

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Kasuga-Taisha
Kasuga-Taisha

Founded in the 8th century, this sprawling shrine, on the Unesco World Heritage List, lies at the foot of a deeply forested hill, where herds of sacred deer await handouts. Until the end of the 19th century, Kasuga Taisha was completely rebuilt every 20 years, according to Shintō tradition.

Ginkaku-ji
Ginkaku-ji

Home to a sumptuous garden and elegant structures, Ginkaku-ji is one of Kyoto's premier sites. The temple started its life in 1482 as a retirement villa for Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa, who desired a place to retreat from the turmoil of a civil war.

Tokyo Bay
Tokyo Bay

Sculpture in Odaiba & Tokyo Bay Saw, Sawing Looking like something giant builders left behind is this enormous (15.5m tall!) red-handle and blade designed by Claes Oldenburg and Coosje Van Bruggen, at the north entrance to Tokyo Big Sight.

Kenroku-en
Kenroku-en

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Lake Biwa
Lake Biwa

Lake Biwa is the largest freshwater lake in Japan, located in Shiga Prefecture, northeast of the former capital city of Kyoto. Because of its proximity to the ancient capital, references to Lake Biwa appear frequently in Japanese literature, particularly in poetry and in historical accounts of battles.

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium
Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

“Churaumi” means “clear, beautiful seas” in the Okinawa language. Under the catch phrase “The Mysteries of Okinawa in Living Color,” Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium opened its doors as one of the world’s largest aquariums in August 2002 inside the Okinawa Commemorative National Government Park located in the northwest area of Okinawa Island.

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Yoyogi Park
Yoyogi Park

Yoyogi Park is the fourth biggest park in Tokyo (134 acres). It's beside Meiji Shrine — Tokyo's best known shrine (175 acres). Together they form Tokyo's biggest public green space.

Yakushima
Yakushima

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Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto Imperial Palace

Besides the Imperial Palace and the Sento Palace grounds, a few other historic sites are located within Kyoto Imperial Park, including the Kaninnomiya Mansion, a former residence of court nobles that is open to the public in the park's southwestern corner.

Hiroshima Peace Memorial
Hiroshima Peace Memorial

Today, the 30 acres of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park contain monuments, memorials, and public spaces dedicated to the victims of the blast and the pursuit of peace. An eerily beautiful skeleton, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial (or Genbaku Dome) was the Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotional Hall at the time of the bombing and was the only building in the blast’s hypocenter to survive.

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Mount Takao
Mount Takao

Mount Takao is also a good place to see cherry blossoms a couple of weeks after those in central Tokyo. There are a few trees around the mountain's base, trails and summit, but the best spot for cherry blossoms is the Itchodaira area, which lies an additional 30 minutes hike beyond the summit.

Nagoya Castle
Nagoya Castle

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Fuji Five Lakes
Fuji Five Lakes

The Fuji Five Lake (富士五湖, Fujigoko) region lies at the northern base of Mount Fuji about 1000 meters above sea level around the lakes Kawaguchiko, Saiko, Yamanakako, Shojiko and Motosuko. It is one of the best places to view Mount Fuji from a close distance and a good base for climbing the mountain.

Nara Park
Nara Park

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Huis Ten Bosch
Huis Ten Bosch

Huis Ten Bosch is a theme park in Nagasaki ... If all you know of Japan’s theme parks ... It’s also recommended to visit Huis Ten Bosch for some seasonal sights.

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