Japan Attractions
View by: Most Popular | Alphabetical A to Z | Map
Tokyo Skytree
Opened in May 2012, Tokyo's newest landmark, the Tokyo Skytree, has entered the record books as the world's second tallest building. A broadcasting tower that ... Read more
Tsukiji Fish Market
The Tsukiji Fish Market is the largest wholesale fish market in the world. Located in central Tokyo, it handles over 2,000 tons of sea products a day. ... Read more
_d334-187.jpg)
Ueno Park (Ueno Koen)
Ueno Park is a public park made up of museums, historical landmarks, and natural beauty. It houses the Tokyo National Museum, the National Science Museum, and ... Read more
Shitenno-ji Temple
One of Japan’s oldest Buddhist temples, Shitenno-ji Temple is entered through a huge stone tori gate dating back to 1294, the oldest in the country. ... Read more
Osaka Castle (Osaka-jo)
All former power bases in Japan have a castle, and Osaka is no different. The many-storied castle’s iconic furled roofs are a beloved symbol of Osaka. The ... Read more
Universal Studios Japan
Theme park rides and shows come to Osaka at Universal Studios Japan. Like its sister parks in the U.S., the movie theme park provides fun for all the ... Read more
Kokugikan Sumo Stadium & Museum
The Kokugikan Sumo Stadium, also known as the Ryōgoku Kokugikan, is Tokyo’s largest indoor sports arena hosting sumo wrestling tournaments. Sumo is Japan’s ... Read more
Hiroshima Peace Memorial
Also called Genbaku Dome, this landmark was the only building left standing after the Enola Gay dropped an atom bomb on the city of Hiroshima, Japan on August ... Read more
Himeji Castle
If you take a day trip from Kyoto, make it Himeji. The famous many-tiered white castle at Himeji is acclaimed as Japan’s most beautiful and complete historic ... Read more
Heian Shrine
No wonder this serene destination was once featured in "Lost in Translation" the Heian Shrine is easily one of Kyoto's most beautiful. Built in 1884 to ... Read more
Kiyomizu Temple
The Kiyomizu Temple is an ancient institution, dating back to 798 AD and the days of Nara. Its classic design influenced temple architecture for centuries. ... Read more
