Mt. Fuji
Japan's iconic peak — lake-side views travellers worldwide dream of.
Kiyomizu-dera
The wooden stage and street-food approach — a Kyoto must.
Itsukushima Shrine
The torii on the sea — twice the experience with the tides.
Kinkaku-ji
The Golden Pavilion mirrored in its pond, magical in snow.
Himeji Castle
The "White Heron" — the finest surviving castle keep.
Todai-ji
The Great Buddha and friendly deer — great for families.
Shirakawa-go
Snowy thatched farmhouses — Japan's nostalgic scenery.
Nikko Toshogu
Lavish carvings and the Sleeping Cat, with superb autumn leaves.
Atomic Bomb Dome
A place to reflect on peace — essential in Hiroshima.
Shurijo (Shuri Castle)
Vermilion symbol of the Ryukyu Kingdom — a gateway to Okinawan culture.
Yakushima
Ancient cedars and mossy forest — a must for nature lovers.
Kumano Kodo
A World Heritage you walk — trails, hot springs and Nachi Falls.
Horyu-ji
Among the world's oldest wooden buildings — for history buffs.
Hiraizumi
The golden Konjikido and Pure Land gardens.
Shiretoko
Drift ice and brown bears — pristine wilderness.
Gunkanjima (Hashima)
A ruined island on the sea — a one-of-a-kind industrial site.
Tomioka Silk Mill
A red-brick silk mill — a symbol of modern Japan's silk industry.
Iwami Ginzan
A silver mine that once supplied the world, with old streets.