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One of the world’s largest and most cutting-edge cities is at the heart of this region that’s blessed with sacred shrines, gorgeous coastlines and lush mountain landscapes. 

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

Asahikawa is Japan’s saké-brewing, seafood and ramen noodle centre. Amuse yourself at its zoo, sculpture museum, pottery village, ski slopes and beautiful gardens.

One of the world’s largest and most cutting-edge cities is at the heart of this region that’s blessed with sacred shrines, gorgeous coastlines and lush mountain landscapes. 

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

Come for the entertaining winter penguin parade and spend time spotting birds, reptiles and majestic mammals at this zoological park.

Imperial, political and religious landmarks, peaceful gardens, superb art exhibitions, live music venues and theaters beckon visitors to Tokyo’s central district. 

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

One of the world’s only museums dedicated exclusively to Asian art brings together voices from all over the continent in innovative exhibits.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

One of Isamu Noguchi’s last projects is an expansive public space that is more a immersive work of art than a traditional park.

This shrine at the base of Inari Mountain is dedicated to the goddess of rice and prosperity. See its thousands of red gates around a network of beautiful trails.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

One of the world’s only museums dedicated exclusively to Asian art brings together voices from all over the continent in innovative exhibits.

One of Isamu Noguchi’s last projects is an expansive public space that is more a immersive work of art than a traditional park.

With ski slopes, parks, beer gardens and festivals, this sprawling city on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido has something to offer year-round.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.