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Your Quintessential Travel Guide to Japan's Must-visit Locations

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TOKYO

TRUNK(HOTEL) YOYOGI PARK

A design-focused boutique hotel near Yoyogi Park with rooftop views, curated comforts, and subtle luxury.

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Sushi Akira

An exclusive eight-seat sushi counter in Hiroo/Ebisu, run by a young, innovative chef offering refined Edo-style omakase using premium ingredients with careful attention to temperature and texture.

Tokyo’s grand stage for kabuki drama, blending centuries-old performance art with the sophisticated elegance of the Ginza district.

歌舞伎座

Kabuki-za

Tokyo’s grand stage for kabuki drama, blending centuries-old performance art with the sophisticated elegance of the Ginza district.

Japan’s top sumo arena and a living monument to the country’s ancient wrestling tradition, hosting major tournaments and housing a dedicated sumo museum.

両国国技館

Ryogoku Kokugikan National Sumo Arena

Japan’s top sumo arena and a living monument to the country’s ancient wrestling tradition, hosting major tournaments and housing a dedicated sumo museum.

A charming riverside shrine known as the birthplace of the maneki-neko, it is a popular spot for love-seekers and cat lovers alike.

今戸神社

Imado Shrine

A charming riverside shrine known as the birthplace of the maneki-neko, it is a popular spot for love-seekers and cat lovers alike.

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KYOTO

Hilton Garden Inn Kyoto Shijo Karasuma

A contemporary hotel offering modern amenities and convenient access to Kyoto's historic sites and shopping districts.

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L'Escamoteur

A surreal cocktail bar near the Kamo River known for its steampunk design, magic-inspired drinks, and theatrical charm.

A quiet Kyoto noodle shop known for its refined kombu dashi and minimalist bowls that blur the line between ramen and udon.

昆布と麺 喜一

Kombu-to-Men Kiichi

A quiet Kyoto noodle shop known for its refined kombu dashi and minimalist bowls that blur the line between ramen and udon.

A discreet kaiseki retreat off Gion’s Hanamikoji Lane, offering seasonal elegance in a low-lit, hidden setting.

雪不庵 さと

Yukifuran Sato

A discreet kaiseki retreat off Gion’s Hanamikoji Lane, offering seasonal elegance in a low-lit, hidden setting.

An intimate Kyoto lab-bar pairing original gin cocktails with botanical storytelling in a multi-course format.

ノキシタ711

nokishita711 Gin and Cocktail Labo

An intimate Kyoto lab-bar pairing original gin cocktails with botanical storytelling in a multi-course format.

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OSAKA

Waldorf Astoria Osaka

A soaring sanctuary of Art Deco elegance, offering panoramic views, refined dining, and a speakeasy-style cocktail bar in the heart of Osaka.

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Bar Nayuta

A discreet, fifth-floor cocktail bar in Shinsaibashi where subtle theatrics and seasonal drinks unfold behind a hidden door.

A discreet modern cocktail bar in Kitahama that combines expert mixology with minimalist design and seasonal flavor pairings.

キリップ・トルーマン

KIRIP TRUMAN

A discreet modern cocktail bar in Kitahama that combines expert mixology with minimalist design and seasonal flavor pairings.

A reservation-only modern Japanese restaurant located above a curry shop in Honmachi, serving seasonal courses with a playful touch.

現つ世

Utsutsuyo

A reservation-only modern Japanese restaurant located above a curry shop in Honmachi, serving seasonal courses with a playful touch.

A sleek ramen shop tucked underground in Semba Center Building, famous for its signature tsukemen and seasonal specials.

らーめん久遠

Ramen KUON

A sleek ramen shop tucked underground in Semba Center Building, famous for its signature tsukemen and seasonal specials.

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KOBE

Kobe Nunobiki Ropeway

Glide above waterfalls, forests, and city views—Kobe Nunobiki Ropeway is a gentle ascent into botanical calm and mountaintop perspective.

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átoa

Part aquarium, part art installation—átoa turns marine life into a sensory experience where water, light, and emotion flow together.

A sprawling German-style beer hall in central Kobe known for draft brews, fried chicken, and nostalgic ambiance.

ニューミュンヘン神戸大使館

New München Kobe Taishikan

A sprawling German-style beer hall in central Kobe known for draft brews, fried chicken, and nostalgic ambiance.

A tequila and mezcal-focused bar near Sannomiya, BAR UMA-LA offers agave-based cocktails with Latin flair in a warm, stylish environment.

バー ウマラ

BAR UMA-LA

A tequila and mezcal-focused bar near Sannomiya, BAR UMA-LA offers agave-based cocktails with Latin flair in a warm, stylish environment.

A discreet fourth-floor lounge in Kobe combining high-concept cocktails with a cinematic atmosphere and curated design.

ザ・カザンルーム

THE KAZAN ROOM

A discreet fourth-floor lounge in Kobe combining high-concept cocktails with a cinematic atmosphere and curated design.

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SHIGA

Chalet Mizugahama

A glass-walled café perched over the still waters of Lake Biwa—Chalet Mizugahama offers quiet clarity with every cup.

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R Cafe at Marina

A resort-style café perched above Lake Biwa, serving Hawaiian-inspired plates, local fish and Omi beef, plus bright desserts—all in a glass-walled, marina-side setting.

A historical museum dedicated to Oda Nobunaga’s grand vision at Azuchi Castle, showcasing a full-scale replica of the castle’s main keep and rare cultural artifacts.

信長の館

Nobunaga no Yakata Museum

A historical museum dedicated to Oda Nobunaga’s grand vision at Azuchi Castle, showcasing a full-scale replica of the castle’s main keep and rare cultural artifacts.

A brief but scenic ropeway journey offering breathtaking views of Lake Biwa and the ruins of Hachimanyama Castle—ideal to pair with historic canal walks below.

八幡山ロープウェー

Hachimanyama Ropeway

A brief but scenic ropeway journey offering breathtaking views of Lake Biwa and the ruins of Hachimanyama Castle—ideal to pair with historic canal walks below.

A historically rich shrine in the center of Ōmihachiman, famous for its elaborate floats, traditional fire festivals, and strong connections to merchant culture.

日牟禮八幡宮

Himure Hachimangū

A historically rich shrine in the center of Ōmihachiman, famous for its elaborate floats, traditional fire festivals, and strong connections to merchant culture.

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FUKUOKA

seven x seven 糸島

A luxury resort hotel nestled in Itoshima's Futamigaura area, offering spacious ocean-view suites, personalized amenities, and a seamless blend of self-hospitality and luxury.

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Nyoirinji Frog Temple

A whimsical Buddhist temple in Ogori famous for its collection of over 10,000 frog statues representing safe returns and transformation.

A peaceful, uncrowded beach at the tip of Shikanoshima Island famous for its clear waters, gentle waves, and laid-back local charm.

勝馬海水浴場

Katsuma Beach

A peaceful, uncrowded beach at the tip of Shikanoshima Island famous for its clear waters, gentle waves, and laid-back local charm.

A mountaintop observatory in Hoshinomura offers breathtaking views of the night sky, interactive stargazing activities, and educational exhibits on astronomy and folklore.

星の文化館

Hoshinobunkakan Observatory

A mountaintop observatory in Hoshinomura offers breathtaking views of the night sky, interactive stargazing activities, and educational exhibits on astronomy and folklore.

A dedicated manga museum in Kitakyushu showcasing the art, history, and creators of Japanese comics, featuring exhibits, reading areas, and interactive experiences.

北九州市漫画ミュージアム

Kitakyushu Manga Museum

A dedicated manga museum in Kitakyushu showcasing the art, history, and creators of Japanese comics, featuring exhibits, reading areas, and interactive experiences.

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SAPPORO

Sapporo Hitsujigaoka Observation Hill

A sweeping hilltop view with grazing sheep, panoramic sights of Sapporo, and a well-known statue honoring American agricultural pioneer William S. Clark.

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Ohiso Nijo Market – Main Store

A popular seafood restaurant inside Sapporo’s Nijo Market, known for kaisendon, grilled fish, and early-morning dining.

Japan’s most technologically advanced ballpark and new home of the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, redefining the fan experience.

エスコンフィールド北海道

Es Con Field Hokkaido

Japan’s most technologically advanced ballpark and new home of the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters, redefining the fan experience.

A peaceful neighborhood shrine located in western Sapporo, dedicated to deities associated with mythic birth and divine lineage.

西野神社

Nishino Shrine

A peaceful neighborhood shrine located in western Sapporo, dedicated to deities associated with mythic birth and divine lineage.

Expansive government-managed park south of Sapporo, featuring waterfalls, wildflower fields, winter snow activities, and outdoor fun year-round.

国営滝野すずらん丘陵公園

Takino Suzuran Hillside Park

Expansive government-managed park south of Sapporo, featuring waterfalls, wildflower fields, winter snow activities, and outdoor fun year-round.

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NAGOYA

Kiyosu Castle

A reconstructed Japanese castle in Kiyosu, Aichi Prefecture, known for its association with the Sengoku period warlord Oda Nobunaga.​

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Shikemichi Townscape Preservation District

A beautifully preserved merchant street from the Edo period, lined with kura storehouses, white plaster facades, and quiet backstreets full of history.

An elegant atrium café in east Nagoya serving Italian-inspired sweets, premium teas, and seasonal cakes in a bright, refined setting.

マッシモ・マリアーニ

Massimo Mariani

An elegant atrium café in east Nagoya serving Italian-inspired sweets, premium teas, and seasonal cakes in a bright, refined setting.

A peaceful urban farm providing hands-on agricultural activities, seasonal flower gardens, and close-up interactions with farm animals—popular for plum blossoms and family outings.

名古屋市農業センター

Nagoya City Agricultural Center

A peaceful urban farm providing hands-on agricultural activities, seasonal flower gardens, and close-up interactions with farm animals—popular for plum blossoms and family outings.

One of Japan’s largest zoo and botanical garden complexes, featuring animal encounters, seasonal plants, and panoramic city views from Higashiyama Sky Tower.

東山動植物園

Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens

One of Japan’s largest zoo and botanical garden complexes, featuring animal encounters, seasonal plants, and panoramic city views from Higashiyama Sky Tower.

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