Discover Japan's Hidden Gems

Explore temples, shrines, castles, parks, and more

Beach
Hyogo

Ohama Beach

Sumoto's White Sand Beach, One of Japan's 100 Best

A 750-meter white sand beach in Sumoto, recognized as one of Japan's top beaches by the Ministry ...

Sumoto, Hyogo, Japan
Attraction
Niigata

Echigo-Tsumari Art Field

The World's Largest Outdoor Art Festival

Spanning 760 square kilometers of rural Niigata, the Echigo-Tsumari Art Field is the world's larg...

Tokamachi, Niigata, Japan
Historic Site
Nagasaki

Oura Church

Japan's Oldest Standing Church and National Treasure

Japan's oldest standing Christian church, designated a National Treasure and part of the UNESCO H...

Nagasaki, Japan
Neighborhood
Tokyo

Akihabara

Tokyo's Electric Town and Anime Culture Capital

Tokyo's legendary electronics and otaku district, packed with multi-story anime shops, retro game...

Tokyo, Japan
City
Ishikawa

Kanazawa

A preserved castle town with Kenrokuen Garden, samurai districts, geisha quarters, and 99% of Jap...

Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan
Shopping
Osaka

Namba Parks

Terraced Rooftop Garden Shopping Complex

A striking shopping complex built on a former baseball stadium site, featuring a terraced rooftop...

Osaka, Japan
Shopping
Osaka

Shinsaibashi-suji

Osaka's Premier Covered Shopping Arcade

A historic 600-meter covered shopping arcade stretching from Shinsaibashi to Namba with 380 years...

Osaka, Japan
Onsen
Osaka

Spa World

World-Themed Hot Spring Complex in Shinsekai

A massive multi-story themed bath complex in Shinsekai featuring hot springs inspired by bathing ...

Osaka, Japan
Theme Park
Chiba

Tokyo DisneySea

A marine-themed amusement park offering unique attractions, live entertainment, and immersive the...

Urayasu, Chiba, Japan
Market
Tokyo

Ameyoko

A bustling open-air market street near Ueno Station with bargain goods, street food, and lively e...

Tokyo, Japan
Shopping
Okinawa

Kokusai Street

Naha's Vibrant Main Shopping Street

A 1.6-kilometer shopping and entertainment street that is the heart of Naha's tourism scene.

Naha, Okinawa, Japan
Castle
Ehime

Matsuyama Castle

One of Japan's 12 original castles, this hilltop fortress offers sweeping views over Matsuyama an...

Matsuyama, Ehime, Japan
Attraction
Kyoto

Sagano Scenic Railway

A Scenic Open-Air Train Ride Through the Hozukyo Gorge

A 25-minute open-air sightseeing train running along the Hozu River gorge between Saga and Kameok...

Kyoto, Japan
Neighborhood
Osaka

Shinsekai

A retro entertainment district where Tsutenkaku Tower presides over neon-lit alleys packed with k...

Osaka, Japan
Attraction
Nagasaki

Goto Islands

Remote Island Chain with Hidden Christian Heritage

Remote archipelago of 140 islands known for UNESCO-listed Hidden Christian churches, pristine bea...

Nagasaki, Japan