Discover Japan's Hidden Gems
Explore temples, shrines, castles, parks, and more
Ise Grand Shrine
Ise Grand Shrine (Ise Jingu)
Japan's most sacred Shinto shrine dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu, rebuilt every 20 years ...
Ishigaki Island
A tropical paradise in the Yaeyama Islands with stunning coral reefs, white sand beaches, and cry...
Ishite-ji
Shikoku's Most Visited Pilgrimage Temple
Temple #51 of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage and the most visited temple on the entire route, l...
Isonokami Shrine
One of Japan's Oldest Shrines with Legendary Sacred Sword
One of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines, mentioned in the nation's earliest chronicles, said to hous...
Isuien Garden
Exquisite Borrowed Scenery Garden beside Todai-ji
An exquisite Meiji-era strolling garden next to Todai-ji, celebrated for its masterful borrowed s...
Itsukushima Shrine
Floating Torii Gate of Miyajima
UNESCO World Heritage shrine on Miyajima Island, famous for its vermillion torii gate appearing t...
Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine
A UNESCO World Heritage Silver Mine in a Forest Setting
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this historic silver mine once produced a third of the world's silv...
Iya Kazurabashi
Vine Suspension Bridge in a Hidden Valley
A 45-meter vine bridge swaying above a turquoise river in one of Japan's three great secluded reg...
Izanagi Shrine
Japan's Oldest Shrine — Birthplace of the Creation Myth
Considered Japan's oldest shrine, dedicated to the creator deities Izanagi and Izanami who, accor...
Izu Peninsula
Coastal Resort with Hot Springs and Beaches
A mountainous coastal peninsula southwest of Tokyo, famous for hot spring resorts, beautiful beac...
Izumo Taisha
Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine
One of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines. Dedicated to Okuninushi, god of marriage—couples come here ...
Jigokudani Monkey Park
Snow Monkeys Bathing in Hot Springs
The world-famous site where wild Japanese macaques bathe in natural hot springs, especially photo...
Jinrui Mina Menrui
One of Osaka's Most Famous and Best Ramen Restaurants
A legendary Osaka ramen shop offering multiple dashi-based ramen styles, crowned with thick-cut c...
Jodogahama Beach
A Heavenly White Beach on the Sanriku Coast
Named for its resemblance to a Buddhist paradise, Jodogahama is a stunning white pebble beach bac...
Jojakko-ji
A Hillside Temple Famous for Its Fiery Autumn Foliage
Hillside temple in Sagano, best in autumn. The pagoda surrounded by red and orange maples is the ...
Kabukicho
Shinjuku's Neon-Lit Entertainment Quarter
Neon signs blaze and giant screens flicker in Japan's largest entertainment district, a sensory o...
Kagoshima
A vibrant southern city facing the active Sakurajima volcano across the bay, known for its subtro...
Kairakuen Garden
One of Japan's Three Great Gardens
One of Japan's Three Great Gardens, Kairakuen is celebrated for its stunning collection of over 3...
Kakunodate
Known as the 'Little Kyoto of Tohoku', this beautifully preserved samurai district features centu...
Kamakura
Seaside Temple Town
Historic seaside city south of Tokyo, home to the Great Buddha, ancient temples, and beautiful be...