Discover Japan's Hidden Gems
Explore temples, shrines, castles, parks, and more
Usa Jingu
Head Shrine of 40,000 Hachiman Shrines
The head shrine of all 40,000 Hachiman shrines in Japan, set in an ancient forest with distinctiv...
Usuki Stone Buddhas
National Treasure Stone Carvings from the Kamakura Period
A designated National Treasure, the Usuki Stone Buddhas comprise over 60 Buddhist figures carved ...
Uwajima Castle
One of Japan's 12 original castles, a small but beautifully preserved hilltop tower overlooking U...
Wajima Morning Market
One of Japan's three great morning markets with over 1,000 years of history, where local vendors ...
Wakayama Castle
Hilltop Castle with Panoramic City Views
A reconstructed hilltop castle originally built in 1585, offering panoramic views over Wakayama c...
Wakayama Marina City
Mediterranean-Themed Resort Island with Markets and Onsen
An artificial island resort featuring the Mediterranean-themed Porto Europa park, Kuroshio Market...
Washuzan Hill
The Best Viewpoint of the Great Seto Bridge
A hilltop viewpoint offering the most spectacular views of the Great Seto Bridge connecting Honsh...
Yakushi-ji
Ancient Temple of Healing with the Frozen Music Pagoda
A World Heritage temple and one of the Seven Great Temples of Nara, celebrated for its elegant Ea...
Yamadera
Yamadera (Risshaku-ji Temple)
A mountain temple with over 1,000 stone steps leading to breathtaking panoramic views, Yamadera i...
Yamashita Park
Yokohama's Beloved Waterfront Promenade and Park
Yokohama's most famous waterfront park stretching along the harbor, home to the historic ocean li...
Yanagawa
City of Canals and River Punting
Historic castle town known for its scenic canal boat rides through willow-lined waterways and fam...
Yanaka
A charming old-Tokyo neighborhood of temples, cats, and traditional shopping streets untouched by...
Yanaka District
Yanaka
A charming old-Tokyo neighborhood of temples, cats, and traditional shopping streets untouched by...
Yokohama
Yokohama is Japan's second-largest city and principal port, featuring a stunning waterfront that ...
Yokohama Chinatown
Japan's largest and most vibrant Chinatown, home to over 500 restaurants and shops in colorful st...
Yokohama Landmark Tower
Yokohama's Tallest Skyscraper with Panoramic Observatory
Yokohama's tallest building at 296 meters with the Sky Garden observatory on the 69th floor offer...
Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse
Yokohama's Waterfront Red Brick Warehouses
Two handsome brick warehouses from the early 1900s, meticulously restored as Yokohama's beloved w...
Yokote Kamakura Snow Festival
The Yokote Kamakura Snow Festival transforms this Akita city into a magical winter wonderland, wh...
Yoshinogari Historical Park
Yoshinogari is Japan's largest Yayoi-period archaeological site, featuring remarkably reconstruct...
Yufuin
Yufuin Onsen
Yufuin is a charming onsen town nestled at the foot of Mount Yufu, celebrated for its art museums...