Discover Japan's Hidden Gems
Explore temples, shrines, castles, parks, and more
Iga-Ueno Castle
Rising above the legendary birthplace of ninja culture, Iga-Ueno Castle boasts Japan's tallest st...
Ise Grand Shrine
Ise Grand Shrine (Ise Jingu)
Japan's most sacred Shinto shrine dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu, rebuilt every 20 years ...
Kumano Kodo Iseji Route
Walking the ancient Iseji pilgrimage route connects you to over a thousand years of spiritual jou...
Meoto Iwa
The Sacred Wedded Rocks of Futami
Two sacred rocks connected by a massive shimenawa rope in the sea at Futami, Meoto Iwa symbolizes...
Nabana no Sato
Transforming into a wonderland of light each winter, Nabana no Sato hosts Japan's largest illumin...
Okage Yokocho
A charming recreated Edo-to-Meiji period street adjacent to Ise Grand Shrine, packed with traditi...
Toba Aquarium
As the only aquarium in Japan where you can observe the gentle dugong, Toba Aquarium offers an ex...