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Sanzen-in Temple

Ginkakuji Temple, Nanzenji Temple / Temples

One of the Monzeki temples of the Tendai sect that enshrines the National Treasure Amida Sanzon (Amida Triad) statue in eternal tranquility.

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Tetsujin 28 Statue

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano / Landmarks

A popular spot for taking commemorative photos
Isshinji Temple

Shinsekai, Tennouji, Tsuruhashi / Temples

A temple famous for its Bone Buddhas
Higashi-Tenno Okazaki-Jinja Shrine

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple / Shrines

Having many children themselves, rabbits symbolize safe child-rearing here
State Guest House, Akasaka Palace

Kagurazaka / Landmarks

Akasaka Palace, or the State Guest House, is a neo baroque-style building with a stately, gorgeous look. It welcomes state and official guests from all over the world.

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Yokohama Bay Bridge

Minato Mirai 21 / China Town / Landmarks

The bridge is part of the Bayshore Route of the Shuto Urban Expressway and symbolizes Yokohama. At night, 264 light bulbs illuminate the bridge, producing magnificent night views of Yokohama.
Ninna-ji Temple

Arashiyama, Uzumasa / Temples

The head temple of the Shingon Sect's Omuro School. Holding a long association with the Imperial Household, the temple is also well known for its late-blooming cherry trees called Omuro-zakura.
Kofuku-ji Temple

Nara, Ikoma, Tenri / Temples

A large temple in Nara featuring many structures that illustrate the culture from the Tempyo Period. It is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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Makuhari Messe

Chiba Suburbs / Other Architecture

It is a large-scale conference and exhibition facility in Chiba Prefecture. The facility is bustling with big events in culture, arts, and sports.

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Ootori Shrine

Ueno / Shrines

Famous since the Edo period (1603–1868) for its god of business prosperity. Site of the largest Tori no Ichi open-air market in Japan.
Myoshin-ji Temple

Arashiyama, Uzumasa / Temples

The head temple of the Myoshin-ji Temple school of the Rinzai sect. It is Japan's largest Zen temple, with 46 sub-temples.
Akutsu Hachiman-jinja Shrine

Surrounding Areas Of Yamagata / Shrines

The three-story pagoda is the symbol of Takahata
Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine

Osaka Suburbs / Shrines

The main shrine hall is a national treasure with droves of people lining up for the New Year’s shrine visit at “Sumiyossan”

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Manshuin Monzeki Temple

Ginkakuji Temple, Nanzenji Temple / Temples

An elegant temple with a Japanese rock garden and wonderful autumn foliage
Kenninji Temple

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple / Temples

Twin Dragons created during the Heisei period watch over Kyoto’s oldest Zen temple
Main Tower of Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle, Tenmabashi, Kyobashi / Castles

The symbol of Osaka and loved by people as ”Mr. Taiko's castle,” the Main Tower has been designated as a registered tangible cultural property of Japan.

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Himeji-jo Castle

Himeji, Akashi / Castles

A beautiful castle otherwise known as Shirasagi-jo Castle. It was Japan's first UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Showa Daibutsu Seiryu-ji Temple

Aomori, Hirosaki And Hachinohe / Temples

Take a stroll through the forest-enveloped grounds
Kodai-ji Temple

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple / Temples

A temple founded in Higashiyama by Hideyoshi Toyotomi's wife, Nene, to mourn his passing and pray for his soul. The nighttime illuminations in spring, summer and fall are beautiful to see.

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Jonangu Shrine

Fushimi, Uji / Shrines

A shrine to the south of the imperial palace for gods who offer directional protection

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