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Hakone Shrine
Hakone, Japan A vibrant red torii gate set along the edge of Ashinoko Lake. Centuries ago, the people of Hakone believed an evil presence...
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Hakone Kowakien Yunessun
Hakone, Japan An indulgent escape home to 23 unique hot spring baths, Hakone Kowakien Yunessun is the perfect introduction to the...
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Mishima Skywalk
Mishima, Japan Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Mishima Skywalk, the longest suspended pedestrian bridge in Japan. From an elevation of...
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Chichu Art Museum
Naoshima Island, Japan Visit the Chichu Art museum, constructed in 2004 as a means of rethinking the relationship between humanity and...
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Benesse House Museum
Naoshima Island, Japan Centered around the concept of a harmonious marriage of nature, art & architecture, the Benesse House Museum is...
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Saihouji Temple / Moss Garden
Kyoto, Japan Visit Saihouji Temple or Kokedera (Moss Garden/Moss Temple). The temple was listed on the UNESCO world Heritage list in...
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Feb 7, 20201 min read
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Tenryuji Temple: In the Heart of Arashiyama
Kyoto, Japan Discover one of Kyoto’s five great Zen Temples - Tenryuji Temple, located in the center of Arashiyama. The temple was built...
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Asakusa & Sensoji Temple
Tokyo, Japan Observe the traditional city design of Asakusa. Centered around Asakusa Kannon Temple (Sensoji Temple) with a history of...
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Feb 6, 20201 min read
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Snacking at Nishiki Market
Kyoto, Japan Enjoy a visit to Nishiki Market, fondly referred to as ‘Kyoto’s Kitchen’. This narrow shopping street is lined with more...
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The Ghibli Museum - The Art of Japanese Animation
Tokyo, Japan The Ghibli Museum is an animation and art museum centered on the stunning works of Studio Ghibli, one of Japan’s most famous...
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Samurai Museum
Tokyo, Japan Visit the Samurai Museum, a 2-story exhibit depicting nearly 800 years of history relating to Japan’s iconic warrior caste....
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Feb 3, 20201 min read
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Nezu Museum: Don't you dare miss the gardens here!
Tokyo, Japan Inspect the rare ceramics, textiles, lacquer, sculptures, and bronzes hand–picked by collector Kaichiro Nezu at the Nezu...
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National Museum of Emerging Science & Innovation
Tokyo, Japan Visit the National Museum of Emerging Science & Innovation. This innovative museum aims to link visitors with cutting-edge...
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The hottest ticket in Tokyo: teamLab Borderless - MORI Digital Art Museum
Tokyo, Japan Visit the MORI Digital Art Museum, where the teamLab team has created Borderless, a transcendent visual experience unlike...
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Kubota Itchiku Art Museum
Lake Kawaguchi, Japan Visit the Kubota Itchiku Art Museum, dedicated to Kubota Itchiku, the artist who revived the lost art of Tsujigahan...
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The Loyal Akita: Hachiko Statue
Tokyo, Japan Enjoy a visit to the Hachiko Statue outside Shibuya Station, dedicated to the loyal Akita dog who came to meet his owner, a...
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Edo Tokyo Museum
Tokyo, Japan This museum houses various displays that illustrate the history, lifestyle, and culture of Tokyo, including the Edo period...
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21-21 Design Sight
Tokyo, Japan Visit the 21-21 Design Sight Museum with its superb architecture. Designed by legendary Japanese architect Tadao Andao and...
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Yanesen
Tokyo, Japan Yanesen is the collective name for the Yanaka, Nezu, and the Sendagi neighborhoods. It’s a great area to explore on foot and...
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Day or night Shinjuku is worthy of exploration.
Shinjuku Tokyo, Japan Shinjuku is one of the 23 city wards of Tokyo featuring buzzing nightclubs, massive shopping and boasting one of...
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