Discover the rich culture, historic gems, and vibrant streets of Japan's top cities.

Kyoto

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Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.

A popular sightseeing path runs uphill through this forest of towering bamboo stalks.

Geisha district featuring high-end shops & restaurants, a Zen garden & women in colorful kimonos.

Long-running museum with Japanese sculptures, paintings, calligraphy & metalwork, plus a cafe.

Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.

Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.

One of the world's biggest aquariums, with exhibits ranging from Arctic to tropical marine life.

Underground art museum, with a gift shop, showing works by noted artists in a variety of mediums.

Contemporary spa facility featuring an indoor kid's waterpark, hot tubs, spa treatments & eats.

Reminiscent of the Eiffel Tower, this landmark features observation areas & other attractions.

Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.

Popular city park featuring ample walking paths, a lake with boat rentals, a zoo & several museums.

Large, modern venue presenting temporary exhibitions of Japanese & international art.

World's tallest freestanding broadcasting tower with an observation deck boasting 360-degree views.

Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy.