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Okinawa City Okinawa City In 1970 more than 5,000 Okinawans retaliated against years of military occupation in what eventually became known as the Koza riot. Four years later, on April 1, the city recovered its independence and embarked on the path to becoming one of the island’s top destinations for both loca
Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari Out in the modern entertainment district of Odaiba youll find Tokyos largest artificial hot spring complex. Oedo-Onsen-Monogatari is an Edo-era onsen theme park.What the spa lacks in authenticity if makes up for in scope: there are six different types of baths with different
Odori Park (Odori Koen) Odori Park (Odori Koen) Visit this lush green space at the heart of downtown Sapporo to join one of the many cultural festivals held here, or to simply relax and enjoy the outdoors. The space where Odori Park sits was once the city’s main street (in fact, the name “Odori” means large street), whic
Nishi Hongan-ji Nishi Hongan-ji While many of Kyoto’s temples provide insight into ancient Japanese Buddhist history, few showcase contemporary movements. That’s what makes Nishi Hongan-ji unique. Built in the late 16th-century, the temple remains today an important landmark for modern Japanese Buddhism. Located
Nipponbashi Nipponbashi Flanked by neon-lit signs and store fronts , the narrow streets of Nipponbashi, also known as “Den Den Town,” cater to shoppers interested in electronics and comics. Multitudes of shops selling anime, manga, video games, action figures, tools, electronic equipment, and even furniture c
National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation This shiny metal building in the Odaiba District is also known as the “Future Museum.” The National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation is a great place to explore Tokyos high-tech side and a fun excursion for both kids and adults.Exhibits a
National Bunraku Theater National Bunraku Theater If you’re interested in seeing a bunraku puppet show while in Japan, Osaka’s National Bunraku Theater is arguably the best place to do so. The art of bunraku puppetry dates back more than 300 years, and it reached its peak in Osaka in the 1740s. A typical perfor
National Art Center National Art Center Like much of the Roppongi neighborhood, the National Art Center is sleek and innovative. The museum, designed by Kisho Kurokawa was designed to look like a melting iceberg with waving blue glass walls.This center is unique among Tokyo art museums in that, instead of maintaining
Nakijin Castle Nakijin Castle Built in the 13th century, the remains of Nakijin Castle are one of Okinawa’s most popular tourist destinations. A mecca of culture, politics, art and architecture, the ruins attract travelers, adventurers and history buffs from across the globe. Travelers enter through the restored
Nakasendo Trail Nakasendo Trail Have tea with locals. Spend time in nature. Walk between villages. These are the highlights of the Nakasendo trail, a historic walking path through the Kiso Valley that links the villages of Tsumago and Magome. In feudal times, the Nakasendo Trail linked Kyoto to Tokyo. Samurais an
Naha Naha This capital city of Okinawa Prefecture was founded in 1921 and is one of the most relevant destinations for education, politics, and commerce in Okinawa. Dozens of shopping centers, corporate flagships and centers of trade and industry exist in this populated city. But there’s plenty of hist
Myoshin-ji Temple Myoshin-ji Temple It’s not every day that an Emperor abdicates his throne and abandons secular pleasures to become a monk. But that’s just what Japanese Emperor Hanazono did in the early 14th century. In 1342 he donated his palace to found a temple. Myoshinji Temple resulted from his religious pur
Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo Youll know the Museum of Contemporary Art immediately by its distinctive, slightly foreboding gray geometric entrance way. The enormous building is a work of art in its own right and is one of the citys most distinctive landmarks. It was created by artist Yanagisaw
Mt Okura Observatory Mt Okura Observatory Some of the best views of Sapporo can be had from the Mt. Okura Observatory. The observatory got its start in 1972 as the site of the 90-meter ski jump competitions during the Sapporo Winter Olympics. Today, the facility still hosts ski jump events during the winter months, bu
Mt Moiwa Mt Moiwa One of Sapporo’s most famous sightseeing attractions is Mt. Moiwa, a forested mountain located southwest of Sapporo. Popular for its city views, especially at sunset, the mountain’s summit and observation deck are accessible by way of the Mt. Moiwa Ropeway, an aerial tramway system that c
Mt. Takao Cable Car Mt. Takao Cable Car Mount Takao is a popular tourist attraction and hiking spot an hour by train from Tokyo. There are two ways to get to the top of the 599 meter tall mountain. You can choose to hike all the way from the bottom or you can take the easy route and hop on the historical funicular fo
Mount Kurama Mount Kurama Folklore says that Sojobo, an ancient mythological king who rules over minor deities, inhabits Kurama, a rural temple town in nestled in the northern Kyoto mountains. In the 11th century, Sojobo taught swordsmanship and magic to a famous Japanese general. Although the famous stories a
Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen Museum Momofuku Ando Instant Ramen Museum “Peace will come to the world when the people have enough to eat,” said Momofuku Ando, the creator of instant ramen. Ando, originally from China, repatriated into Japan after World War II, a time of widespread famine in the country. After seeing the devastat
Miyakojima Miyakojima The picturesque beaches of Miyakojima are among the most popular places to relax, rejuvenate and unwind. Incredible snorkeling, crystal clear waters and long stretches of underwater coral reefs attract divers from across the globe. And Miyakojima’s tropical climate makes it ideal to vis
Mimuroto-ji Temple Mimuroto-ji Temple Known as the flower temple, Mimuroto Temple in Uji City near Kyoto showcases a vast array of seasonal flowers. Starting in early April, Japans famous cherry trees show off their pink blossoms for a short time around the grounds. From late April to early May, 20,000 azaleas bloom

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