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Asakusa   Tokyo

Asakusa, Tokyo

 158 Reviews  Sensoji Temple is believed to be the first temple ever built in the Tokyo area and was originally founded by a fisherman, Haji Nakatomo, who is said to have built the temple after finding a statue of... 

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Gion (Geisha district)   Kyoto

Gion (Geisha district), Kyoto

 63 Reviews  I am a guy, and most would agree that there are more things on offer for ladies to take home than for the men, when visiting Kyoto. I was therefore excited to discover a unique t-shirt store in the... 

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Universal studio   Osaka

Universal studio, Osaka

 26 Reviews  in japanese that ture but still loads for fun for those who have never been to universal stuido of usa. just access the site of universal sutio and you will understand everthing , it is a very... 

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Nagoya Castle   Nagoya

Nagoya Castle, Nagoya

 28 Reviews  With its famed golden shachi dolphin roof decorations, Nagoya Castle is the de-facto symbol of the city. Built in 1612, the main edifice was reconstructed in 1959 on its original foundation after... 

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Chinatown (Nankin-Machi)   Kobe

Chinatown (Nankin-Machi), Kobe

 12 Reviews  Kobe is home to one of Japan's three most famous Chinatowns (Yokohama and Nagasaki being the other two), so when the Chinese New Year arrives (setsubun), the Chinatowns are great places to visit, and... 

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Peace Park and Memorial Museum   Hiroshima

Peace Park and Memorial Museum, Hiroshima

 128 Reviews  I once stayed with a friend who lived a stone's throw away from the Peace Museum in Nagasaki and since then, I have always wondered what it was like to live near a building charged with so much... 

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Todaiji Temple   Nara

Todaiji Temple, Nara

 75 Reviews  Todai-ji ("Great Eastern Temple") is reputedly the largest wooden structure in the world, and it houses what must be one of the largest bronze statues of Buddha around, the Daibutsu or Great Buddha.... 

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Snow Monkey Park   Nagano

Snow Monkey Park, Nagano

 4 Reviews  Without a doubt, one of the coolest spectacles in all of Japan is to watch the wild snow monkeys of the Japanese Alps sit out a snowy winter day soaking in the hot waters of a naturally-heated onsen.... 

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Korakuen Garden   Okayama

Korakuen Garden, Okayama

 12 Reviews  Korakuen Garden is considered to be one of the three best gardens in Japan since the Edo Period. It was constructed by Tsuda Nagatada by orders of the daimyo Ikeda Tsunamasa and took thirteen years to... 

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Itsukushima Shrine   Miyajima

Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima

 30 Reviews  If you are in the Hiroshima city, you must visit Itsukushima-Jinjya in Miyajima. It's the shrine (not a temple) with famous red torii (gate) in the water, but has lots more than just the... 

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Shinjuku   Tokyo

Shinjuku, Tokyo

 72 Reviews  This was a stunning experience with all the different varieties of cherry trees in full blossom. Incredibly beautiful! The garden is run by the Ministry of the environment now but it has a long... 

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Kiyomizu Temple   Kyoto

Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto

 98 Reviews  I really loved the short visit I made to this place. i like the atmosphere of this narrow streets with souvenirs shops along your way up the hill to the temple. the temple is realllllly huge and you... 

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castle   Osaka

castle, Osaka

 62 Reviews  Visit the Castle... its very interesting. Its a fairly long walk from the Rail Station, but its an interesting walk and the Castle is quite unusual which is why it should be seen. Pity to go all the... 

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Shrines & Temples   Nagoya

Shrines & Temples, Nagoya

 12 Reviews  1900-year-old shrine with lush evergreen forest is best known by one of the three Imperial Regalia, Kusanagi sword. The shrine saw the modification after the Meiji Restoration. It is a nice place to... 

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Meriken Park & Harborland   Kobe

Meriken Park & Harborland, Kobe

 24 Reviews  in this area, you can do a lot. there is the mosaic mall just on the other side from kobe tower, all the cafe and restaurants there have the sea view. i wrote a review about the aswome fisherman... 

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Miyajima   Hiroshima

Miyajima, Hiroshima

 33 Reviews  I was skeptical about the appeal of Mt. Misen since one round trip ticket costed me 1800 yen, which was by far the most expensive ropeway I had ever used. "No view is worth this much, " I remember... 

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Nara Park   Nara

Nara Park, Nara

 33 Reviews  There is around 1000 Deers rooming Nara , they eat somthing called Shika Senbei which is rice crackers specially made for them. they costs 150 en and sold every where. But take cares they are... 

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Zenkoji Temple   Nagano

Zenkoji Temple, Nagano

 5 Reviews  The main hall is typical Buddhist architecture from the mid Edo Period. The principle image is enshrined inside the altar in the innermost temple. Admission to the inner temple is 500 Yen, and... 

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Kibiji District (Kibi Plains)   Okayama

Kibiji District (Kibi Plains), Okayama

 6 Reviews  Saijo Inari is known as one of the three great Inari Shrines in Japan (Fushimi Inari in Kyoto and Toyokawa Inari in Aichi being the other two). It is unique, because the complex is composed of a... 

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Five-Tiered Pagoda   Miyajima

Five-Tiered Pagoda, Miyajima

 8 Reviews  The beautiful curved roofs of the Goju-no-to Pagoda and strinking vermilion colouring are a familiar sight on the island of Miyajima. Standing on a hill overlooking the bay and Itsukushima Shrine, the... 

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Imperial Palace   Tokyo

Imperial Palace, Tokyo

 61 Reviews  this is the second of the famed double bridge in the Imperial Palace Front plaza area. There are two bridges over a moat separating the Kokyo Gaien and the Imperial Palace - these are called... 

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Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)   Kyoto

Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Kyoto

 102 Reviews  Three-storey Zen Buddhist temple. Each floor was done in different architectural style - the ground floor is Heian imperial architecture, the second floor typifies warrior aristocracy and the top... 

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Dotombori   Osaka

Dotombori, Osaka

 22 Reviews  Dotombori is a street in Namba alligned with eateries, arcades, and shopping centers. Many people do come for food and shopping, but the area itself is actually an attraction of sorts. The restaurants... 

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Aquarium   Nagoya

Aquarium, Nagoya

 7 Reviews  The most interesting thing for me in this Aquarium is the dolphins performance. They really brilliant. Cool !! Beside that you can see the big whales and you can find nemo and dory also in here... 

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Mount Rokko   Kobe

Mount Rokko, Kobe

 7 Reviews  A highland pasture spread on the peak of Mt. Rokko. Sheep, donkeys and ponies are free to graze, and visitors can come in close contact with the animals. Children can learn and try to take milk from... 

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Top destination, Kyoto

by gogonicetrip

Kyoto is one of must visit destinations in Japan.For over 1000 years, from 794 to 1868, Kyoto was the imperial capital of Japan.In ancient days, it was also the center of political government. Kyoto's ancient stately festivals were mostly grant costume parades that offer a glimpse of Kyoto from a time when traditional arts, crafts, customs and literature were emerging.To walk Kyoto’s street today is to see and experience to the refined finished product.Kyoto has something for everyone, from ancient Buddhist temples, majestic places, villas, gardens, art, and refined cuisine to discos, teahouse, bar, and burger joints.[Back to Japan]

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Mount Fuji

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Mount Fuji rises 3776 meter above sea level, forming Japan's highest peak.Its cone shape, surrounded by broad, flat plains, gives it unique beauty.There are three mountain climbing paths, on which buses run up to the 1500 meter level.In the surrounding plains area lie the Fuji Five Lakes, all famous for their beauty.[Back to Japan]

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Suggested itineraries in Kansai region

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Kansai means Western province, recommended destination are Kyoto, Nara, Osaka and Himeji.Kyoto should be given the highest priority by any visitor to Japan.If you have a week or less in Kansai, base yourself in Kyoto and take day trip to Nara and Osaka.If you are interest in Japanese Castle, you might also take a day trip out to Himeji to see the Himeji castle registered on the World Heritage list.Visiting Kobe on the way there or back if you have enough time.If you have two weeks, you can travel to some of Kansai's more distant sight such as Mie-ken or Wakayama-ken.[Back to Japan]

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Suggested itineraries around Tokyo

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Foremost among the cultural attractions around Tokyo are Nikko and Kamakura, both of which rate highly among Japan’s must-see.Natural lovers will enjoy the hike in nearby Chichibu-Tama National Park or the Oze region.Those hankering for a view of Mt. Fuji will get an eyeful, providing weather cooperates, in the lovely Fuji Five Lakes rejoin or Hakone area including Ashino-ko Lake.If you would like to take Onsen (Hot Spring), Izu peninsula or Hakone are the best areas.Yokohama, south of Tokyo, is a cosmopolitan port city with a fascinating China town and ebullient nightlife.Narita, a pleasant temple town near the Narita International Airport.[Back to Japan]

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Himeji

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A 1/2 day trip to Himeji -- to see the castle. The castle is one of the oldest structures in Japan. You can tour through all the buildings and see both the inside and outside architecture. Its about 1 hour frok Kyoto.

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Mt Fuji and Hakone

by saw50st8

Visit one of the most photographed places in Japan -- Mt Fuji. Make sure to go on a clear day, as the weather can totally block the views of the mountain. [best time to see Mt Fuji is early morning or late evening on a cold day] After seeing Mt Fuji, go to Hakone to see the hot springs, take a cable car ride or a boat ride.

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Hiroshima

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Hiroshima (including Miyajima) is an unbelievable experience. The shirne of Miyajima should not be missed (at least in clear weather) and the Peace Museum of Hiroshima is a somber visit that should be included in all the fun. Its important to see the good and bad of whereever you visit.

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Kyoto

by saw50st8

A historical place and a must see in Japan. If you do nothing else, come to Kyoto. All the historical temples and shrines are beautiful and there are quite a few side trips that are convenient. Here is also where you can see Geisha in Gion (read Memiors of a Geisha -- its an excellent book!).Spend at least 2 days in Kyoto

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Tokyo

by saw50st8

Tokyo is a city of history, concrete and fun! There is plenty to see and explore here. A definite must on your visit to Japan.One word of caution -- if you are from a city like NY, Tokyo may not be as exciting to you as most. This is what I find when visiting big cities.

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Fake Weddings

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That was the first time I saw a wedding ceremony for a show. The ceremony was held in a hotel which had a wedding chapel. The one we went to was at the Hotel Bellclassic Tokyo, in Ikebukuro. The chapel is on the 9th floor. You might be suprised on how beautiful they designed a small chapel on the 9th floor of a hotel. This ceremony is done a couple times a week to show couples who want to get married, but not sure what this ceremony is all about. This is done, as I was told by the 'priest', because the main religion in Japan is Shinto, and they do not have any exposure to western style weddings. Who performs the wedding are the hotel staffs. The ceremony is complete with choir. It's a unique experience for me to watch this kind of ceremony.

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  2. Kyoto Things to Do
  3. Osaka Things to Do
  4. Nagoya Things to Do
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  7. Hiroshima Things to Do
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  10. Fukuoka Things to Do
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  12. Shinjuku Things to Do
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  25. Kamakura Things to Do
  26. Okayama Things to Do
  27. Himeji Things to Do
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A: I would strongly suggest you add Kyoto to your list. It was the Imperial capital of Japan until the late 1800s when the capital was move to Edo (Tokyo). It's full of... 

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