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Seeing this garden in a picture may seem like a photo effect, but it isn’t a trick. Nature, with some human help, has created a unique place that must be seen.  

Shopping, nightlife and a variety of festivals, as well as a famous Christmastime light display, are right next to Saitama Super Arena.

Named after a silver-coin mint, this district has a long association with affluence. Today it’s where you’ll find some of Japan’s most upmarket labels, restaurants and galleries.

One of the world’s largest pipe organs and a range of auditoriums make this theater complex’s interior as impressive as its futuristic frontage.

The cutting edge of Japanese art, as well as masters including Monet and Gauguin, are housed in a striking modernist building with an inventive chair collection.

Try the hanami tradition of admiring flowers as you walk past cherry blossoms and delve into the history of this area through its museums and ornate temples. 

Welcome to the green refuge of downtown Osaka - a place to reflect by quiet ponds, see some stunning art or engage with historical landmarks.

Founded by an American missionary, this historic university has traditional Western architecture and charming gardens that make a nice surprise in central Tokyo.

Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.

Winding through the city, this street offers a glimpse and taste of old Japan, from temples and gardens to zodiac sculptures and freshwater eel dishes.

Glass-melding and Buddhist shrines set the stage for old-world Japan, while steaming hot springs used by the imperial family create an otherworldly setting.

This futuristic complex in southern Tokyo is the place to head for shopping, dining and spectacular views of the rest of the city.

Tokyo’s historic “Candy Store Alley” is a great place to find some bargains and sample typically Japanese spices, seafood and dried foods.

One of Tokyo\'s most famous wards has world-class shopping and entertainment options galore.

Watch the tuna auction and cutting before the sun comes up and explore the selection of rare and unusual fish available from the stalls.

Visit the world of a wealthy and powerful shogun in this opulent 17th-century castle complex.

Home to Japan\'s Imperial Family, the grounds of the Royal Palace make for a peaceful break from urban life.

The cutting edge of Japanese art, as well as masters including Monet and Gauguin, are housed in a striking modernist building with an inventive chair collection.

Follow in the regal footsteps of the emperors who delighted in the natural thermal water spas of this hub for relaxation.