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A unique hexagon-shaped art museum that houses some 2,000 ceramics, Japanese lacquerwares, and tea kettles.

This is a temple erected at the wish of Keishoin, the real mother of Shogun Tsunayoshi Tokugawa. The main hall, remaining in its original state from the Genroku period, has been designated as a National Important Cultural Property.

A museum introducing Edo hanabi (fireworks) and brimming with the atmosphere of the era.

Just a 5-minute walk from Asakusabashi Station. Step through the vividly-colored noren curtain to find a space filled with the spirit of Japan in an area brimming with old downtown atmosphere.

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.

Symbolizing the sacred mountain Haguro

The school Yae Niijima’s husband Joseph dreamed of opening

Enjoy the Sight of Mountains and Beautiful Fall Foliage Reflected off the Waters of a Lake

A temple associated with Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihara

The first of 33 temples on the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage, Seiganto-ji is an ever-popular destination for worshipers

This shrine is the object of strong faith as the local deity of Haneda. The Haneda Fuji, which was created due to the people's admiration for Mt. Fuji, is another highlight of the shrine's grounds.

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

Take a photo in traditional Dutch clothing

Successive generations of emperors lived at the site of these historical remains

Immerse yourself in the deep and mystical world of Dali

Admire the early-blooming cherry trees at Kimii-dera Temple and enjoy an onsen that contains highly concentrated mineral

This temple is the daihonzan (head temple) of the Kencho-ji Temple school of the Rinzai sect and ranks first among the Kamakura Gozan (Kamakura's Five Great Zen Temples). It has a number of national treasures, cultural assets, and historical structures. The Sanmon (three gates) are a must-see.

The nation’s head Koyasan Shingon-shu temple

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Ago Bay at a resort