Japan Autumn, Castles & palaces + Shopping pictures

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The malls, art museums and temple shrines both above and below ground level combine to keep you and your family entertained for days. 

Tour the south-central Japanese city that has rebuilt itself after a devastating earthquake. Be charmed by its waterfront attractions and diverse neighborhoods.

Gaze at memorials around the first city ever to be hit by a nuclear bomb or enjoy the art galleries, gardens and cuisine of the rebuilt, ultra-modern metropolis.

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.

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

Gaze at memorials around the first city ever to be hit by a nuclear bomb or enjoy the art galleries, gardens and cuisine of the rebuilt, ultra-modern metropolis.

Experience the sights, smells and flavors of one of Japan’s liveliest Chinatowns. Discover street food, restaurants, shopping and traditional celebrations.

Big discounts and items on clearance from famous international brands draw visitors to this clean outdoor complex for outlet shopping.

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

Experience the sights, smells and flavors of one of Japan’s liveliest Chinatowns. Discover street food, restaurants, shopping and traditional celebrations.

Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck.

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

Big discounts and items on clearance from famous international brands draw visitors to this clean outdoor complex for outlet shopping.