Best Visiting Spot List

Feel the history of Kitakami at the outdoor museum

There are historical sites and ancient trees that date back to the Meiji period and also many sports facilities on this vast premises. The rows of ginkgo trees with their yellow leaves are also famous.

The head shrine of all the Kasuga-jinja shrines all over Japan, it is located on Mt. Mikasa, which has been treated as a sacred area since ancient times. In 2018, the shrine commemorated its 1,250th anniversary.

An octagonal, three-story western-style home in Maiko Park

The head shrine of all Gion satellite shrines throughout Japan. Local residents call the shrine ”Gion-san.”

An aquarium where you'll learn from seeing, touching and playing

Picturesque white sands and green pine trees at the base of the Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge

This is a shrine that worships the Emperor Meiji and his wife. It is one of the most popular sightseeing spots in Tokyo, and you can experience the traditional culture of Japan through various rituals.

Tohoku's biggest therapeutic onsen boasts Japan's largest volume of hot spring water and highest acidity

This hotel's highlight is the open-air bath that overlooks its garden

Having many children themselves, rabbits symbolize safe child-rearing here

Located at the birthplace of sumo, this museum offers a chance to explore the history of the sport. It features a full-size sumo ring and a collection of about 12,000 sumo-related artifacts.

From crafts, paintings, and more: this museum has many famous works on display

A classical red brick building

Tokyo Joypolis, one of Japan's largest indoor theme parks in Odaiba, is a favorite among LIVE JAPAN readers. With 20+ attractions like thrilling coasters and cutting-edge VR, it offers diverse entertainment. Enjoy regardless of bad weather, thanks to indoor setting. Smooth entry by pre-booking tickets is recommended. Tokyo Joypolis blends entertainment, technology, and interactive experiences. Themed areas draw inspiration from anime and classic SEGA games. Whether a gaming enthusiast or seeking fun, it guarantees an unforgettable experience in the heart of Tokyo.

A place where you can immerse yourself in nature and play in an atmosphere of undeveloped woodlands.

A metropolitan museum where you can experience art up close

This is a Korean town where both Japanese and Korean shops are gathered. It is brimming with an exotic atmosphere where you can enjoy authentic Korean food, cosmetics, and culture.

The representative garden of the Meiji period in Higashiyama

Some of the samurai houses dating back to the Edo Period (1600/1603-1868) still remain in the castle town Sakura (Chiba), a place where you can get a glimpse of the daily lives of the samurai.