The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is one of Kyoto’s top sights and for good reason: standing amid these soaring stalks of bamboo is like being in another world. The Bamboo Grove is a nationally designated Historic Site and Place of Scenic Beauty. The Minis... more
The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is one of Kyoto’s top sights and for good reason: standing amid these soaring stalks of bamboo is like being in another world. The Bamboo Grove is a nationally designated Historic Site and Place of Scenic Beauty. The Ministry of the Environment considers it a part of the soundscape of Japan. The bamboo has been used to manufacture various products, such as baskets, cups, boxes, mats, and pieces of art at workshops in the Arashiyama area. less
Beppu Onsen is one of Japan`s most famous hot spring resorts, located in the city of Beppu, Oita, on the island of Kyushu. With the largest volume of hot spring water in the world second only to that of the Yellowstone National Park in the United Sta... more
Beppu Onsen is one of Japan`s most famous hot spring resorts, located in the city of Beppu, Oita, on the island of Kyushu. With the largest volume of hot spring water in the world second only to that of the Yellowstone National Park in the United States, Beppu contains nine geothermal hot spots, collectively referred to as the "nine hells of Beppu". Each "hell" has a unique feature, such as the "blood pond hell" known for its red water, or the "sea hell" featuring bright cobalt blue water. Besides enjoying hot springs, visitors can explore hot spring mud baths, sand baths, and steam baths. less
The Edo-Tokyo Museum is a museum of the history of Tokyo during the Edo period. It was established in 1993. The main features of the permanent exhibitions are the life-size replica of the Nihonbashi, which was the bridge leading into Edo, and scale m... more
The Edo-Tokyo Museum is a museum of the history of Tokyo during the Edo period. It was established in 1993. The main features of the permanent exhibitions are the life-size replica of the Nihonbashi, which was the bridge leading into Edo, and scale models of the city and daimyōs` (lords`) houses of the Edo, Meiji, and Shōwa periods. The museum also showcases the evolution of Tokyo from a small fishing village to one of the most populous and sophisticated cities in the world. less
Fushimi Inari Shrine, located in southern Kyoto, is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates, which straddle a network of trails behind its main buildings. The trails lead into the wooded forest of the sacred Mount Inari. Dedicated to Inari,... more
Fushimi Inari Shrine, located in southern Kyoto, is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates, which straddle a network of trails behind its main buildings. The trails lead into the wooded forest of the sacred Mount Inari. Dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of rice, the shrine has ancient origins predating the capital’s move to Kyoto in 794. It`s an important site representing Shinto`s profound connection to nature. The view of the city from the top of the mountain, along with the iconic torii gate pathway, make it a memorable and photogenic site. less
Gion, located around Shijo Avenue between Yasaka Shrine in the east and the Kamo River in the west, is Kyoto`s most famous geisha district. Filled with shops, restaurants, and teahouses, where geiko (Kyoto dialect for geisha) and maiko (geiko apprent... more
Gion, located around Shijo Avenue between Yasaka Shrine in the east and the Kamo River in the west, is Kyoto`s most famous geisha district. Filled with shops, restaurants, and teahouses, where geiko (Kyoto dialect for geisha) and maiko (geiko apprentices) entertain, Gion is a place where you can experience the high culture of Kyoto. The traditional wooden machiya houses together with the locals in kimono present a charming scene from the old world. less
Ginza is Tokyo`s most famous upmarket shopping, dining, and entertainment district. It is one of the most expensive real estate in Japan. From high-end department stores like Ginza Mitsukoshi and Matsuya to international brands like Chanel, Dior, and... more
Ginza is Tokyo`s most famous upmarket shopping, dining, and entertainment district. It is one of the most expensive real estate in Japan. From high-end department stores like Ginza Mitsukoshi and Matsuya to international brands like Chanel, Dior, and Gucci, it`s a shopper`s paradise. Ginza is also home to the famous Kabuki-za Theatre, where you can watch traditional kabuki performances. less
Located in Kotokuin Temple in Kamakura, the Great Buddha of Kamakura is a bronze statue of Amida Buddha, which stands on the grounds of Kotokuin Temple. With a height of 13.35 meters, it is the second tallest bronze Buddha statue in Japan, surpassed... more
Located in Kotokuin Temple in Kamakura, the Great Buddha of Kamakura is a bronze statue of Amida Buddha, which stands on the grounds of Kotokuin Temple. With a height of 13.35 meters, it is the second tallest bronze Buddha statue in Japan, surpassed only by the statue in Nara`s Todaiji Temple. The statue was cast in 1252 and originally located inside a large temple hall. However, the temple buildings were washed away by a tsunami tidal wave in the end of the 15th century, and since then the Buddha has been standing in the open air. less
Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is considered the finest surviving example of prototypical Japanese castle architecture. The castle is also known as the `White Heron Castle` due to its elegant, white appearance. Constructed in the 14th c... more
Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is considered the finest surviving example of prototypical Japanese castle architecture. The castle is also known as the `White Heron Castle` due to its elegant, white appearance. Constructed in the 14th century, Himeji Castle has endured the many tests of time - wars, fires, and earthquakes, yet it stands as beautifully and as sturdily as ever. It comprises 83 buildings with advanced defensive systems from the feudal period. This historical site is a marvel of ancient Japanese artistry and craftsmanship that takes visitors back in time to the era of samurais. less
| Month | Temperature | Sunshine hours | Raindays |
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| January | 4 °C | 6 | 9 |
| February | 5 °C | 8 | 9 |
| March | 9 °C | 9 | 7 |
| April | 14 °C | 10 | 10 |
| May | 19 °C | 10 | 8 |
| June | 22 °C | 10 | 12 |
| July | 26 °C | 10 | 11 |
| August | 27 °C | 10 | 10 |
| September | 24 °C | 9 | 12 |
| October | 19 °C | 8 | 11 |
| November | 13 °C | 7 | 10 |
| December | 7 °C | 6 | 10 |
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| Currency | Japanese yen |
| Population | 125479710 |
| Tourists per year | 31900000 |
| Tourists per resident | 0.25422436822654 |
