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The thatched Haiden hall is magnificent

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.

Introducing life in Osaka during the Edo period, the museum makes it fun to learn about the history and culture of housing and living.

A shopping centre specializing in fashion. The place to go for the latest youth trends.

Appreciate masterpieces of French Impressionism

This is an admission-free zoo where you can interact with cute little animals. The area where you can pet rabbits and guinea pigs is popular.

Classical Zen Buddhist temple with gardens designed by Muso Kokushi. Enjoy the maple trees and seasonal flowers.

A leafy plateau with a refreshing feeling

The Arashiyama Bamboo Forest in Kyoto, a favored tourist attraction among LIVE JAPAN readers, invites you to immerse yourself in an enriching cultural experience. Just a brisk 15-minute train ride and an additional pleasant 10-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this serene escape offers a stunning backdrop for unforgettable memories. Opt for a traditional rickshaw ride while adorning a traditional kimono, and revel in the exquisite views of the bamboo groves as you capture timeless photographs. This beautiful locale represents a fusion of Japan's natural splendor and historic traditions.

Full of moving experiences; the most pandas in one place out of all Japan

Special seasonal-themed event trains are popular

Enjoy your stay at guest house MARUYA located in central Atami surrounded by springs, the sea, and shopping arcades—the stay surely allows you to experience everyday Atami life.

A house built in late Taisho era, after the Great Kanto Earthquake, as a residence for foreigners.

Open air baths with a million-dollar night view

Maiko hurry back and forth at night amongst establishments fit for heads of state

A beautiful attraction associated with the legendary Kobo Daishi

It is Japan's only national nature and science museum, which presents the history of nature and science; it is located in Tokyo. Its theater, in which a movie can be displayed in a panoramic 360 degrees, is worth seeing.

A large commercial facility located in front of JR Osaka Station. It is one of the main Yodobashi Camera stores, with additional floors dedicated to fashion stores and restaurants.

Two different windows overlooking a garden

Soak in the hot springs while looking out through the pine forest at Shirahama Beach