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Previously known as Edo, Tokyo is a bustling metropolitan with a mix of modern and traditional landscapes. Offering an unlimited choice of shopping, entertainment, culture and local delicacies, the city’s pop culture is best appreciated in the districts of Shibuya and Harajuku.
Osaka is a port city and commercial center on the island of Honshu. The Eastern Osaka area lies at the base of the mountain from Mount Ikoma to Mount Kongo whereas Northern Osaka is laden with nature and history. Visit Osaka Prefectural Nature Parks, Kashiwara City Grape Site Seeing Center, Takatsuki Kashida Onsen and much more.
Located on the island of Honsh, Kyoto has thousands of Buddhist temples, gardens, imperial palaces, Shinto shrines and traditional wooden houses. The city is surrounded by mountains which make it a fantastic hiking destination. In February, visitors will see a blossoming of plums, cherries, azaleas and many others.
Nagoya is a gateway for journeys north into the Chubu region and a fantastic base for day trips. This cosmopolitan city offers various museums, temples and excellent shopping. Places of interest include Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine, Tokugawa Art Museum, Hisaya Odori Park and many others.
This castle is one of Japan’s most famous landmarks as it played a major role in the unification of Japan during the 16th century. It is surrounded by secondary citadels, gates, turrets, stone walls and moats. The castle is comprised of Nishinomaru Garden with 600 cherry trees, a tea house and guest house.
Known as the Pure Water Temple, this Buddhist temple is part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage site. It is one of the most celebrated temples in Japan and was founded on the site of Otowa Waterfall. One of the temple’s unique features is a wooden stage that juts out 13 meters above the hillside.
This shrine is dedicated to the spirits of the first and last emperors, Emperor Kammu and Emperor Komei, who reigned Kyoto in the past. The shrine grounds consist of an open court and a smaller replica of the original imperial palace from the Heian Period.
Also known as Senso-ji, this is Tokyo’s oldest Buddhist temple and one of the most significant. Visitors first enter through the Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate) to Nakamise shopping street leading to the temple’s second gate, the Hozomon. Various events are held throughout the year including Sanja Matsuri (festival of Asakusa Shrine) and the Asakusa Samba Carnival. This is one of the five lakes that lie at the foot of Mount Fuji with plenty of outdoor activities such as fishing and water sports. The best view of the mountain can be enjoyed from the lake’s northern shores. The seaside promenade is the nicest spot to see cherry blossom and autumn colors.
Asakusa Temple
Lake Kawaguchi
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