Japan is one of our favorite destinations in Asia by far. In Japan you can find the perfect blend of history, cultural heritage and modern comfort. When you’re planning a visit to Japan, it’s quite hard to decide where to go, since there are so many places that are worth your time.
There are a lot of popular places that definitely should be included in your itinerary. However, there are also a lot lesser known temples, shrines and towns that are worth a visit.
For this post I’ve asked various travel bloggers to share what they think is the most beautiful place in Japan. It resulted in this article with the 25 Most Beautiful Places in Japan with both popular and more off the beaten track destinations.
Use this list as inspiration for your trip. Of course, it’s not set in stone that these 25 spots are the best places to visit in Japan. However, they really are some great recommendations that you should take into consideration when you’re planning your trip! Enjoy!
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kyoto
Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima
Mt. Yoshino
Lake Kussharo, Hokkaido
Gion Geisha District, Kyoto
Ashikaga Flower Park, Ashigaka
Fushimi Inari-Taisha, Kyoto
Nara Park
Meguro River, Tokyo
Shirakawa-go Village
Kumano Nachi Taisha Shrine and Nachi Falls, Wakayama Prefecture
Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo
Blue Pond, Hokkaido
Himeji Castle
Miyako-jima, Okinawa
Imperial Palace Grounds, Tokyo
Benesse Art Site, Naoshima
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Kyoto
Tama Art University Library, Tokyo
Oyama Rice Terrace, Kamogawa
Mt. Fuji
Hitsujiyama Park, Chichibu
Bioluminescent Rocks, Okayama
Daigo-ji Temple, Kyoto
Tottori Sand Dunes4
Source: Japan Inside