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Things to do in and around Chiba

Chiba, Japan

Chiba HDR - 21 by Kabacchi

Chiba is the capital city of Chiba Prefecture, Japan. Chiba City is one of the Kanto region's primary seaports, and is home to Chiba Port, as well as being decidedly residential. Chiba is famous for the Chiba Urban Monorail, the longest suspended monorail in the world. Some popular destinations in the city include: the Chiba Castle, Kasori Shell Midden, the largest shellmound in the world, Inage Beach, the first artificial beach in the nation which forms part of the longest artificial beach in Japan, and the Chiba City Zoological Park, popular on account of the standing red panda Futa.
City Center, Chiba

Window Shopping by drufisher
Chiba Zoological Park

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Chiba Castle

Chiba-castle by DozoDomo
Day trip to Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea

IMG_0523 by netjackal
Day trip to Yokohama

Yokohama by night by Fougerouse Arnaud

Though the largest city in Japan, Yokohama retains a laid back atmosphere, boasting jazz clubs, fine restaurants, and more.

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Chiba is the capital city of Chiba Prefecture, Japan. Chiba City is one of the Kanto region's primary seaports, and is home to Chiba Port, as well as being decidedly residential. Chiba is famous for the Chiba Urban Monorail, the longest suspended monorail in the world. Some popular destinations in the city include: the Chiba Castle, Kasori Shell Midden, the largest shellmound in the world, Inage Beach, the first artificial beach in the nation which forms part of the longest artificial beach in Japan, and the Chiba City Zoological Park, popular on account of the standing red panda Futa.

A major Japanese city known for its international airport, towering skyscrapers, and bay area.

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Things to do in and around Hakone

Hakone, Japan

Hakone, Japan by Dren Pozhegu

Hakone is a town in Ashigarashimo District in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The economy of Hakone is strongly dominated by the tourist industry. Hakone is noted for its onsen hot spring resorts, which attract both Japanese and international visitors due to its proximity to the greater Tokyo metropolis and to Mount Fuji. Sights include the volcanically active Owakudani geysers and Hakone Shrine on the shore of the lake, as well as the Hakone Botanical Garden of Wetlands. In April the cherry blossoms (sakura) and in autumn the Miscanthus sinensis (susuki) are noted sights. Hakone also has a number of art museums, including the Hakone Open-Air Museum and Pola Museum of Art.
Lake Ashi, Hakone

Sightseeing Cruise @ Lake Ashi @ From Togendai to Hakone-Machi by Guilhem Vellut
Hakone Ropeway

Hakone Ropeway by Magnus D
Historic Center, Hakone

hakone_20090901134224 by inunami
Hakone Shrine

Hakone - Fuji Sengen Jinja by Andurinha
Day trip to Mount Fuji

Fuji and Sakura by Arnie Grever
Day trip to Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea

IMG_0523 by netjackal
Hakone Open-Air Museum

IMG_0482 by netjackal
Pola Museum of Art, Hakone

POLA Museum by Marco Capitanio
Hakone Kowakien Yunessun

Coffee bath by katsuhiro7110
Day trip to Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park

Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park by Jaime Pérez

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Hakone

Japan, Kanto region

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Hakone is a town in Ashigarashimo District in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The economy of Hakone is strongly dominated by the tourist industry. Hakone is noted for its onsen hot spring resorts, which attract both Japanese and international visitors due to its proximity to the greater Tokyo metropolis and to Mount Fuji. Sights include the volcanically active Owakudani geysers and Hakone Shrine on the shore of the lake, as well as the Hakone Botanical Garden of Wetlands. In April the cherry blossoms (sakura) and in autumn the Miscanthus sinensis (susuki) are noted sights. Hakone also has a number of art museums, including the Hakone Open-Air Museum and Pola Museum of Art.

Providing easy access to the national park surrounding Mt. Fuji, this charming town also offers museums and traditional hot springs.

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Things to do in and around Nagoya

Nagoya, Japan

Nayabashi, Nagoya by kinpi3

Nagoya is the largest city in the Chubu region of Japan. Nagoya was a major trading city and political seat of the Owari lords, the most important house of the Tokugawa clan. They encouraged trade and the arts under their patronage, especially Tokugawa Muneharu who took a keen interest in drama and plays and lived lavishly. Under his rule, actors and actresses began to visit Nagoya. Arts and culture was further supported by the city's wealthy merchants. During World War II many old buildings and artefacts were destroyed. The region's economic and financial power in the post-war years rekindled the artistic and cultural scene.
Historic Center, Nagoya

Yanagibashi, Meieki 4-chome, Nagoya by kinpi3
Tokugawa Art Museum, Nagoya

Oslo-14 by Alessandro Grussu
Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and Technology, Nagoya

SANY0072 by Marufish
Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium

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Day trip to Nabana No Sato

Illumination by Ryan Latta
Day trip to Ise Grand Shrine

Storage house for sacred rice at Ise Grand Shrine by Big Ben in Japan
Noritake Garden, Nagoya

Pathway at Noritake Garden by Paul Davidson
Toyota Plant Tour, Nagoya

DSC_0017 by Marufish
Day trip to Chubu-Sangaku National Park

Mt.Tsubakuro～伸びる稜線 by creep_bmp

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Nagoya

Japan, Chubu region

Culture Food Night life 1 night

Nagoya is the largest city in the Chubu region of Japan. Nagoya was a major trading city and political seat of the Owari lords, the most important house of the Tokugawa clan. They encouraged trade and the arts under their patronage, especially Tokugawa Muneharu who took a keen interest in drama and plays and lived lavishly. Under his rule, actors and actresses began to visit Nagoya. Arts and culture was further supported by the city's wealthy merchants. During World War II many old buildings and artefacts were destroyed. The region's economic and financial power in the post-war years rekindled the artistic and cultural scene.

A thriving metropolis full of history, Nagoya is best known for its cultural wealth, including theaters, museums, and shrines.

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Things to do in and around Takamatsu

Takamatsu, Japan

Takamatsu by IMBiblio

Takamatsu is a city located in central Kagawa Prefecture on the island of Shikoku in Japan, and is the capital city of the prefectural government. It is a port city located on the Seto Inland Sea, and is the closest port to Honshu from Shikoku island. For this reason it flourished under the Daimyo (feudal lords) as a castle town in the fiefdom of Takamatsu, during the Edo Period. Local points of interest include the castle, gardens, traditional village, hot springs, and a museum.
Ritsurin Koen Garden, Takamatsu

Ritsurin Koen 2284 by Takashi Toyooka
Historic Center, Takamatsu

Takamatsu, Kagawa by Kzaral
Busshozan Onsen (Hot Spring), Takamatsu

20090207takamatsu080 by Hidetsugu Tonomura
Shikoku Mura Village, Takamatsu

Shikoku Mura, Takamatsu by saldesalsal
Day trip to Awaji Island

20100719_Awaji Island_022 by TAKA@P.P.R.S
Day trip to Kotohira Shrine

Konpira san Shrine, Kotohira, Kagawa by Shinya ICHINOHE
Takamatsu Castle

Takamatsu Castle by Yoshikazu TAKADA
Isamu Noguchi Garden Museum, Takamatsu

IMG_9546 by OZinOH
Day trip to Ogijima Island

Ogijima 3/29 by Kimon Berlin
Day trip to Megijima Island

女木島 / Megijima by Kentaro Ohno

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Takamatsu

Japan, Shikoku region

Nature Food Historic 1 night

Takamatsu is a city located in central Kagawa Prefecture on the island of Shikoku in Japan, and is the capital city of the prefectural government. It is a port city located on the Seto Inland Sea, and is the closest port to Honshu from Shikoku island. For this reason it flourished under the Daimyo (feudal lords) as a castle town in the fiefdom of Takamatsu, during the Edo Period. Local points of interest include the castle, gardens, traditional village, hot springs, and a museum.

A major Japanese port city, Takamatsu is home to lovely gardens, a historic castle, and serves as a gateway to the islands of Shikoku.

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Things to do in and around Hiroshima

Hiroshima, Japan

Hiroshima #5 by Guwashi999

Hiroshima is the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture and the largest city in the Chugoku region of western Honshu - the largest island of Japan. The city's name means "Broad Island" in Japanese. Hiroshima is best known as the first city in history to be targeted by a nuclear weapon when the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) dropped an atomic bomb on the city at 8:15 a.m. on August 6, 1945, near the end of World War II. Hiroshima has a humid subtropical climate characterized by mild winters and hot humid summers.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

広島平和記念資料館 Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum by かがみ～
Historic Center, Hiroshima

Hiroshima by p_creux
Hiroshima Peace Memorial

Hiroshima Peace Memorial by Richard Cassan
Hiroshima Castle

Hiroshima Castle by Mehmet Aktugan
Day trip to Itsukushima

Itsukushima by bluespuit
Day trip to Okunoshima (Rabbit Island)

Okunoshima (Rabbit Island), in Hiroshima prefecture, Japan. by Brian Shamblen
Hiroshima Museum of Art

200509 hiroshima museum of art by Bentley Smith
Day trip to Kintai Bridge

The Elegant Wooden Bridge by Agustin Rafael Reyes
Day trip to Matsuyama

Matsuyama Castle by sean

Famed for its historic castle, this city boasts historic and cultural landmarks, as well as a great culinary scene.
Day trip to Yamato Museum

June 2013: Visiting Kure and the IJNS YAMATO Museum - Mrs Kookaburra. by Horatio J. Kookaburra
Day trip to Yamaguchi

岩國城-近郊 by 迷惘的人生

Known for its historical places of worship, this city attracts visitors to its shrines, temples, pagoda, and church.

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Hiroshima

Japan, Chugoku region

Historic Culture Food 2 nights

Hiroshima is the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture and the largest city in the Chugoku region of western Honshu - the largest island of Japan. The city's name means "Broad Island" in Japanese. Hiroshima is best known as the first city in history to be targeted by a nuclear weapon when the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) dropped an atomic bomb on the city at 8:15 a.m. on August 6, 1945, near the end of World War II. Hiroshima has a humid subtropical climate characterized by mild winters and hot humid summers.

Known as the world's first city in history to be hit by a nuclear weapon, this city features memorial museums, shrines, and castles.

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Things to do in and around Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto Sunset by Romain Guy

It is a city steeped in history and tradition.
Having served as Japan's capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto remains a repository of cultural wealth and architectural wonders. From the blossoming cherry trees in spring to the breathtaking autumn foliage, the city radiates charm in every season. The harmonious blend of tradition and innovation offers a multifaceted experience for visitors seeking to enjoy Japan's wonderful heritage.
Historic Center, Kyoto

Kyoto street. by Jeremy Keith
Daigoji Temple, Kyoto

[Kansai2014] by YU-JEN SHIH
Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kyoto

Fushimi-Inari Taisha, Kyoto by Maxime
Daitokuji Temple, Kyoto

Daitoku-ji, Kyoto by np&djjewell
Day trip to Nara

奈良　Nara by Philippe Charles

A culturally significant city, Nara is full of Japanese heritage, historic landmarks, as well as a wealth of shrines and temples.
Day trip to Arashiyama

Arashiyama by Isaac Bordas
Katsura Imperial Villa, Kyoto

Katsura Imperial Villa and Gardens, Kyoto by np&djjewell
Raku Museum, Kyoto

Raku Museum 樂美術館 by Yuya Tamai
Nishiki Market, Kyoto

Nishiki Market, Kyoto by the waving cat
Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto

Kinkaku-ji by Yiannis Theologos Michellis
Day trip to Sakurai Hasedera Temple

Hase-dera, Niomon (Gate of Deva King) -1 (July 2011) by ttshr1970
Day trip to Nabana No Sato

Illumination by Ryan Latta
Saiho-ji, Kyoto

PB150171.JPG by Olivier Lejade
Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion), Kyoto

Ginkaku-ji @ Kyoto by Guilhem Vellut
Kyoto National Museum

Kyoto national museum by Lisa Pinehill
Nanzen-ji, Kyoto

Nanzen-ji Aqueduct by John Weiss
Day trip to Kobe

Kobe by jim

A small city with a rich maritime history, Kobe boasts a cosmopolitan charm, cultural landmarks, and several museums.
Day trip to Ise Grand Shrine

Storage house for sacred rice at Ise Grand Shrine by Big Ben in Japan
Kiyomizudera Temple, Kyoto

Kiyomizu-dera / Kyoto by Lakuda-san
Shoren-in Temple, Kyoto

Shoren-in Temple, Kyoto by Vintage Lulu
Gion District, Kyoto

Gion District, Kyoto by Brian Sterling
Kodaiji Temple, Kyoto

Kodai-ji Temple by John Weiss
Day trip to Mount Hiei

[Kansai2014] by YU-JEN SHIH
Day trip to Yoshino-Kumano National Park

R0011303 by K H
Sanjusangendo, Kyoto

sanjusangen-do by Moira Clunie
Enryakuji Temple, Kyoto

200811163-enryakuji055.jpg by Hidetsugu Tonomura
Ninna-ji, Kyoto

Northwest Kyoto - Ninna-ji by Andurinha
Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple, Kyoto

Adashino Nembutsu-ji Temple by Roger
Day trip to Mount Koya

Mount Koya by IMBiblio
Day trip to Osaka

Osaka! by Rick (瑞克)

Fusing tradition with modernity, Osaka is a captivating mosaic of culture, history, and contemporary urban landscapes.
Ryoanji Temple, Kyoto

IMG_3951 by Ian n Teresa
Toji Temple, Kyoto

kyoto - to-ji 1 by j_t_d
Tenryuji Temple, Kyoto

Tenryu-ji by John Weiss
Iwatayama Monkey Park, Kyoto

Untitled by Pete Birkinshaw
Day trip to Awaji Island

20100719_Awaji Island_022 by TAKA@P.P.R.S
Day trip to Akame 48 Waterfalls

Cascade by coniferconifer

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Kyoto

Japan, Kansai region

Culture Food Historic Night life 5 nights

It is a city steeped in history and tradition.
Having served as Japan's capital for over a thousand years, Kyoto remains a repository of cultural wealth and architectural wonders. From the blossoming cherry trees in spring to the breathtaking autumn foliage, the city radiates charm in every season. The harmonious blend of tradition and innovation offers a multifaceted experience for visitors seeking to enjoy Japan's wonderful heritage.

Kyoto, known as Japan's cultural center, is a place where ancient shrines, serene gardens, and historical districts blend with modern Japanese sophistication.

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Things to do in and around Kanazawa

Kanazawa, Japan

bridge by Jacob Ehnmark

Kanazawa sits on the Sea of Japan, bordered by the Japanese Alps, Hakusan National Park and Noto Peninsula National Park. Kanazawa is known for its traditional Kaga Cuisine. Seafood is a specialty, jumbo shrimp, followed by sushi and sashimi. The sake produced in this region is of high quality, smooth and sweet, derived from the rice grown in Ishikawa Prefecture as well as the considerable precipitation of the Hokuriku region, allowing for an ample supply of clean, fresh water. Omicho market is a market in the middle of the city, originally open-air, and now covered, which dates back to the Edo period. Most of the shops there sell seafood.
Kenrokuen Gardens, Kanazawa

金澤兼六園 by Jiashiang
Historic Center, Kanazawa

JP122013_384 by starlam
21C Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa

21C Museum of Contemporary Art 10 by joevare
Myoryuji, Kanazawa

正久山妙立寺 (忍者寺) / Myoryuji Temple (Ninjadera/Ninja Temple) by Kentaro Ohno
Day trip to Ogimachi

The World Heritage Shirakawa-go Panoramic View : 世界遺産白川郷全景 by Toshihiro Gamo
Day trip to Takayama

Early spring of The Japan Alps Yari-Hodaka Mountain Range : 早春の北アルプス槍・穂高連峰 by Toshihiro Gamo

Located at the heart of the Japanese Alps, Takayama is a beautiful small town, home to elegant 17C architecture, galleries, and historic temples.
Gyokusen-en, Kanazawa

Samurai garden by Jean-Sébastien Roy
Seisonkaku Villa, Kanazawa

Seisonkaku Villa by Yoshihide Urushihara
Ishikawa Prefectural Museum for Traditional Products and Crafts, Kanazawa

IMG_4675 by youkaine
Day trip to Chubu-Sangaku National Park

Mt.Tsubakuro～伸びる稜線 by creep_bmp
Day trip to Kamikochi

Spring at Kamikochi. by skyseeker
Day trip to Ichijodani Asakura Family Historic Ruins

Echizen Ichinodani Asakura Family Mansion Ruins : 越前一乗谷朝倉氏居館跡 by Toshihiro Gamo
Day trip to Shin-Hotaka Onsen (Hot Spring)

Ryokan Yarimikan (Japan) by Edward Dalmulder
Day trip to Hotaruika Museum

Squid by NOAA Ocean Exploration & Research
Day trip to Kaiwo Maru Park

KOBE sailboat festa_2 by a.koto

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Kanazawa

Japan, Chubu region

Historic Culture 3 nights

Kanazawa sits on the Sea of Japan, bordered by the Japanese Alps, Hakusan National Park and Noto Peninsula National Park. Kanazawa is known for its traditional Kaga Cuisine. Seafood is a specialty, jumbo shrimp, followed by sushi and sashimi. The sake produced in this region is of high quality, smooth and sweet, derived from the rice grown in Ishikawa Prefecture as well as the considerable precipitation of the Hokuriku region, allowing for an ample supply of clean, fresh water. Omicho market is a market in the middle of the city, originally open-air, and now covered, which dates back to the Edo period. Most of the shops there sell seafood.

Retaining ancient Japanese architecture, as well as traditional samurai and geisha districts, Kanazawa also boast a great art museum.

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Things to do in and around Tokyo

Tokyo, Japan

DSC06281 by Mathias Apitz (München)

It is packed with vibrant neighborhoods with a unique cultural identity, technological charm, futuristic innovation, and sumo tournaments as well as breathtaking museums, culinary delights, great shopping, and lively nightlife. Japanese culture is renowned for its exceptional hospitality, and Tokyo is no exception. From the moment you arrive, the warm smiles of the Japanese people will welcome you. Ready to start packing your bags? Here are a few of Tokyo’s must-sees.
Historic Center, Tokyo

tokyo street by Marco Mastrojanni
Meiji Shrine, Tokyo

meiji shrine tokyo japan by mirai2
Golden Gai, Tokyo

Golden Gai - Tokyo by Michael Vesia
Toshogu, Tokyo

Tosho-gu Shrine by sfgamchick
Day trip to Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea

IMG_0523 by netjackal
Day trip to Chichibu Tama Kai National Park

P1100416 by Lamsus Crusoe
Tokyo National Museum

Toyokan, Tokyo National Museum by inu-photo
Sensoji Temple, Tokyo

Senso-ji by Marty Gabel
Koishikawa Korakuen Garden, Tokyo

Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens by Guilhem Vellut
Edo Tokyo Museum, Tokyo

Edo Tokyo Museum by Yves Doutreligne
Day trip to Mount Fuji

Fuji and Sakura by Arnie Grever
Day trip to Yokohama

Yokohama by night by Fougerouse Arnaud

Though the largest city in Japan, Yokohama retains a laid back atmosphere, boasting jazz clubs, fine restaurants, and more.
Ginza, Tokyo

ginza tokyo by Sarah Tirona
Ueno, Tokyo

Yakiniku in Ueno. Tokyo-150527-7 by Nick Turner
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, Tokyo

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden by Guilhem Vellut
Ueno Zoo, Tokyo

Ueno zoo, Tokyo, Japan by pelican
Day trip to Kamakura

Kamakura... by Ye-Zu

Only an hour from Tokyo, Kamakura is saturated with history, boasting many fine temples and shrines, as well a lovely popular beach.
Day trip to Sarushima Island

sarushima beach by river seal
Asakusa, Tokyo

Asakusa, Tokyo by ser_is_snarkish
Mori Art Museum, Tokyo

mori art museum by starfive
Kabukicho, Tokyo

Kabuki-Cho by Fotini et Nicolas
Chidorigafuchi Park, Tokyo

Sakura at Chidorigafuchi Park by Yoshikazu TAKADA
Day trip to Nihon Minkaen Open Air Museum

2007-10-06 Nihonminkaen 216 by Ari T
Day trip to Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park

Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park by Jaime Pérez
Ooedo Onsen Monogatari ( (Hot Spring), Tokyo

ooedo onsen monogatari by lazy fri13th
Yanaka District, Tokyo

Yanaka - Tokyo by Timothée Roldao
Shinjuku, Tokyo

Shinjuku 13-10-26 by Luca Mascaro
Idemitsu Museum of Arts, Tokyo

tokyo museum by zenra
Day trip to Lake Yamanaka

Kenrokuen 100918 5 by Cam Switzer
Day trip to Fujiko F. Fujio Museum

藤子・F・不二雄ミュージアム by Kentaro Ohno

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Tokyo

Japan, Kanto region

Night life Historic Food Culture 4 nights

It is packed with vibrant neighborhoods with a unique cultural identity, technological charm, futuristic innovation, and sumo tournaments as well as breathtaking museums, culinary delights, great shopping, and lively nightlife. Japanese culture is renowned for its exceptional hospitality, and Tokyo is no exception. From the moment you arrive, the warm smiles of the Japanese people will welcome you. Ready to start packing your bags? Here are a few of Tokyo’s must-sees.

Tokyo is an exceptional city that captivates your senses with a unique fusion of tradition and innovation, nature and modern wonders.

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Top rated attractions in Tokyo, Japan from TripAdvisor

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