Best Places To Visit In Japan

Are you soon planning to visit Japan, also known as ‘The Land of the Rising Sun’? If yes, here is an article that will showcase the best places to visit here in order to ease your search to choose the most amazing places that dot this beautiful country. Japan is streaked with beautiful mountain peaks, volcanoes, shimmering rivulets, monuments, temples, gardens and museums that are counted among the topmost places to visit in the world. Here, take a look!

Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum

Most tours to Japan are considered incomplete if visitors aren’t taken to this peace memorial museum that reminds you of the harsh repercussions a nuclear war can have on humanity.

Ninen-zaka and Sannen–Zaka, Kyoto City

The beautiful streets of Ninen-Zaka and Sannen-Zaka are counted as one of the best places to visit if you are in Kyoto. These streets are dotted with shops and are vehicle free.

Matsumoto Castle

A castle as grand as Matsumoto is rarely seen and you mustn’t miss visiting this as it is one of the best maintained castles in the whole of Japan with brilliant architectural beauty.

Okunoin, Koya Town, Wakayama

A very religious spot to attract visitors is Okunoin that houses the mausoleum of the man who found Shingon Buddhism, called Kobo Daishi. It is a sacred place much revered by Japanese.

Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto City

A masterpiece, this Zen Temple is the work of brilliance where gold has been used to cover the topmost floors here and is grand in every possible way.

Jigokudani Monkey Park, Yamanouchi Town

If you are in love with nature and animals, there is no way you can count this attraction out of your bucket list as it is here that you can see the Japanese Macaque in its natural setting.

Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto City

A very sacred temple, also called ‘Pure Water Temple’, it is located along with Otowa waterfall and is a world heritage site.

Nara Park, Nara City

The main attraction here is a tall Buddha statue that stands erect at 15 meters and draws thousands here. There are shrines of Todai-ji and Kasuga that have beautiful pagodas.

Mount Fuji

A highly sacred mountain, Mount Fuji is worshiped by the locals and is the highest mountain in the country. It is a picturesque place and attracts a number of visitors all year round. Standing at no 9 in this list of amazing places to visit in Japan, Mount Fuji is an icon you have to see!

Kurokawa Onsen, Minamioguni Town

The ambiance of this town is magical with cute houses made of wood, lining up the streets, shops, restaurants and cafes that never fail to charm you. In this list of best places in Japan, Kurokawa Onsen stands at no 10 position.

Kenroku-en, Kanazawa City

If there is a more beautiful garden than Kenroku-en, you got to be kidding! Yes, the garden is extremely artistic with hills, houses and a man made pond that are the main highlights here. Its tranquil environment enthralls anyone that comes here.

Shinjuku Gyoen, Tokyo

With tranquil settings, cherry blossoms, green lawns and wavering pathways, the park is your ultimate travel destination that ought to be visited.

Eikan-do Zenrin-ji, Kyoto City

Associated with Shingon Buddhism, the temple is a sacred site and is most famous for its Amida Buddha statue.

Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum, Nagasaki City

The site where an atomic bomb wreaked havoc on the population now houses a famous museum that brings tears to any visitor’s eye and makes one feel how painful it is when someone has to go through a nuclear attack.

Narita-san, Narita City

Located in Narita City of Japan, this temple is a historically important shrine where the main deity worshiped is Fudo Myoo.

Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium, Kunigami

In Japan, attractions such as an aquarium, may seem to be a little offbeat since the country is mainly visited for its gardens, temples and shrines. But, make sure you make a visit here to catch the famed dolphin shows held every day.

Tsukiji Outer Market (Chuo Ward), Tokyo

For shopaholics and foodies, this is one market that will quench their thirst for sea food as there are number of fish stores that sell large varieties of fish.

Meiji Shrine (Shibuya Ward), Tokyo

Located amidst green forest covering, this temple was built to honor Emperor Meiji and his wife Shoken. You can stroll around in the paths and have a relaxing time.

 Hakone Open Air Museum, Ashigarashimo District

Housing sculptures belonging to Japan and the western world, this museum is a treasure trove where you can see sculptures made by famous sculptors like Moore and Calder.

 Hase-dera, Kamakura City

When in Japan, attractions like temples and gardens cannot be forgotten to be visited as these are sacred and are sites showcasing the cultural heritage of the country. There is a Kannon statue made out of wood and is gargantuan.

 Senso-ji, Taito Ward, Tokyo

A breathtaking example of Japanese architecture, this temple is landscaped beautifully on hills and you have to climb steps to reach it.

 Nikko Tosho-gu, Nikko

Associated with Shinto Buddhist faith, the temple is a world heritage site maintained by UNESCO.

 Roppongi Hills, Tokyo City

This amazing building complex was built in 2003 and is mainly an official venue, but you can chill around in the many restaurants and a modern art museum that are housed inside.

 Fushimi Inari-Taisha, Kyoto City

Out of the total 30,000 shrines of the Inari-Jinja sect, this temple is the main headquarter and is dotted with beautiful gateways and stone shrines making it one of the best attractions to be visited in Japan.

The above listed places in Japan are quite prominent on the map and draw millions of travelers each year. You have to come here to know what Japanese culture is all about. I hope the article has been helpful and will enable you to chalk out your travel plans easily. In case you get your hands on some other destinations in Japan, feel free to discuss here!

Source: Ultimate Places