Best Other Architecture Spot List

Displaying works by master artists

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 stock exchange that offers tours. It is a symbol of Japanese economy where an estimated 61,000 people visit annually.

A unique, symmetrical building

The modern architecture leaves a bold impression

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 museum in memory of the opening of Hakodate's port

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

Tour a drama set and sense the humanity in its construction

Houses that gave new life to waste materials

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

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

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

A beautiful western-style building in white and ultramarine blue

The biggest dome in Hokkaido, and most northern in Japan

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)

The Nicholai-do Cathedral (commonly spelled as Nikorai-do in Japan) is a Byzantine-style cathedral with a characteristic dome roof. In addition to a tour to see cultural assets, you can also participate in a mass service.

Strong Chinese influence, rare in Kitano

A Western-style residence commissioned by former Prime Minister Ichiro Hatoyama. Various flowers such as roses bloom beautifully from season to season.