Best Other Architecture Spot List

It is the palace where the generations of Emperors and Empresses of Japan have lived starting in the Meiji era (1868-1912) to this day. You can visit the palace site as long as you obtain prior permission.

A building filled with products made locally in Aomori

The animal taxidermy will surprise you

A lodging facility for guests on their way to visit Ise Jingu Shrine

The magnificent appearance of this building is the symbol of Nakanoshima

Motomachi Roman Catholic Church has one of the longest histories of any church in Japan. A large octagonal tower characterizes the church, which was rebuilt in 1924.

A contemporary western-style hall reminiscent of the early 20th century

The biggest dome in Hokkaido, and most northern in Japan

Known by locals as ”Gan-gan (bong-bong) Temple”, this church is a symbol of the Motomachi church district

Old forests and valuable buildings from the turn of the 20th century

Tour a drama set and sense the humanity in its construction

A museum in memory of the opening of Hakodate's port

A masterpiece of bank architecture from the early 20th century, stately but elegant

A beautiful western-style building in white and ultramarine blue

Houses that gave new life to waste materials

Sapporo's first park and social gathering center, built to receive noble guests of the Hokkaido Development Commission

The past glory of herring fishing can still be sensed here

It was build at the former school building of Jiyugakuen. It was designated as a National Important Cultural Property in May of 1997.

It is one of the largest mosques in Japan. The interior of the building is furnished with beautiful decorations, including stained glass mounted windows.

The central bank in Japan. The public can visit the Main Building (Old Building), designated as a National Important Cultural Property, as well as part of the New Building. (Photo provided by: Bank of Japan)