Oku-tama Lake
Oku-tama is technically in Tokyo however clearly this is not the Tokyo everyone knows about. A famous spot during the...
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Harajuku
Harajuku is often said to be Japan's fashion trend patient zero and home of cute culture. Close by to the...
Meiji Shrine
After the bustle of Harajuku, the calmness and isolation of the Meiji Shrine provides a welcome rest from the city...
Inuyama Castle Town
Inuyama is a great little castle town north of Nagoya, with some atmospheric streets, preserved old-style architecture and a small...
Meiji Mura (Meiji Village)
Located in the Inuyama district a short trip from Nagoya, Meiji Village is an expansive open-air museum with numerous reconstructions...
Nikko
Nikko is a popular tourist focused town near Utsunomiya that is famous for its World-Heritage shrines and temples that dot...
National Museum of Japanese History
Uncover Japan's history at the National Museum of Japanese History, located one hour away from Tokyo. This modern and comprehensive...
Naruko Gorge
Naruko Gorge is a popular spot during the Fall season due to the spectacular autumn foliage painting the landscape a...
Seafood Rice Bowl at Matsushima
While in Matsushima you have to try some of the local seafood. The area is famous for its oysters and...
Fukura Island
Fukura Island is a fairly ordinary island connected to the mainland by a toll bridge (¥200 adult, ¥100 child). If...