Top places to visit in Japan -> Destinations

   The one hundred sixty one small islands that make up Okinawa found in southern Japan's Kyushu island linking and Taiwan. Subtropical climate and numerous beaches perfect turn these lands into a mirage. Recently, some of them have become eco-destinations.      Gyokusendo fantastic caves are very popular attraction. Naha, the capital, is known for its pottery and textiles, as well as Shuri Castle, once the residence of Ryukyu Dynasty. Islan...

   Legend to the year 628, two brothers have brought a statue of Kannon, the god of mercy, the Sumida River. Even if the brothers put the statue back into the river, she was returning to her always. The temple was complete in 645, making it the oldest temple in Tokyo. When approaching the temple, visitors first pass through Kaminarimon (Thunder Gate) outside the temple gate and the symbol Sensoji Asakusei.      A shopping street of over...

   Tokyo is the capital and also largest city of Japan. Is a megalapalopolis. Tokyo, "eastern capital" and capital "rising sun country, in 1869, turned into a brilliant city.    Tokyo Meiji Shrine Temple was built in memory of emperor Meiji who led Japan between 1867-1912. Meiji Shrine is the most visited shrine in Japan, being visited by several million people annually. The complex is built in a traditional Japanese style in the centre of Tokyo...

   The Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium is the 2nd largest aquarium in the world. In 1975, the International Specialized Exhibition of 1975, devoted to the sea and its future, took place in Okinawa at the Ocean Expo Park, built for the occasion. Subsequently, the park use declined and the authorities decided that a new tank would not only boost the region but also to highlight the maritime traditions of Okinawa. The aquarium was designed by Yukifusa Kokuba and was opened on 1 November...

   Kinkaku-ji Temple was originally built for the Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu serve as a retirement villa. That is a kind of asylum staff. Son to the school converted Rinzai Zen temple. The temple burned twice by the fifteenth century and once in 1950. The two floors of the temple are covered with a layer of real gold. The last restoration finished in 2003 and resulted in applying a thicker layer of gold and more durable than previous ones. The temple is located in a beautiful settin...

  Matsumoto Castle is one of the historic castles of Japan. Located in the city of Matsumoto in Nagano Prefecture, near the city of Tokyo, it is one of the main tourist attractions in Japan. The castle has its origins in the Warring States Period. At that time, the Ogasawara clan had built a fort on the site, whose name was originally Fukashi castle. Later, he was instrumental in Takeda Shingen and Tokugawa Ieyasu.    The main tower of the castle is classified...

 48 different waterfalls are scattered on Mount Nachi Japan. But that which is known as Nachi Falls is unique and unmistakable, with over 133 of his height. Which falls on top of the waterfall is visible in good weather the Pacific Ocean. Because in ancient Japan, falls were considered sacred, it has been and may still be considered a divine entity....

   Chione-in Temple was built in 1234 in Kyoto, in honor of the founder Jodo Buddhism (Earth righteous), a priest named Honen Shonin, who fasted to death in this very place. Maruyama Park is located in the north, which is also one of the biggest attractions of the city....

   Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho), residence of the imperial family until 1868, when the capital moved to Tokyo is now an impressive ensemble, rebuilt by no less than eight times throughout its history - because of repeated fires. Can be admired in Kyoto Imperial Park, one of Japan's national symbols. Those who want to discover Japan can start their visit here, where under the guidance of the guides can see the beauty and traditions of classical Japanese architecture. ...

   Himeji City is famous for its Himeji Castle. Entry to the castle is wonderful - like a defensive wall and separated from samurai stories surrounded by a moat filled with water in swimming, obviously, golden fish. After passing the black bears find ourselves face to face with white castle on the hill above what is to be found. One reason for fame is just that white castle - is made only of wood and plaster.      Courtyard is surrounded by ...