Japan Attraction, Castles & palaces, Flowers, Lighthouse + Shopping pictures

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Tour the south-central Japanese city that has rebuilt itself after a devastating earthquake. Be charmed by its waterfront attractions and diverse neighborhoods.

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. 

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.

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

The malls, art museums and temple shrines both above and below ground level combine to keep you and your family entertained for days. 

Seeing this garden in a picture may seem like a photo effect, but it isn’t a trick. Nature, with some human help, has created a unique place that must be seen.  

Explore dynamic animal habitats and natural environments in this enormous wildlife exhibit in downtown Osaka.

For a night of entertainment and Japanese-style humor, head to Osaka’s busiest theatrical center.

Constructed entirely without nails and built on high poles, this temple is part of a World Heritage Site and offers visitors both beauty and history.

Welcome to the green refuge of downtown Osaka - a place to reflect by quiet ponds, see some stunning art or engage with historical landmarks.

Explore dynamic animal habitats and natural environments in this enormous wildlife exhibit in downtown Osaka.

Come to marvel at the tower that reaches to heaven and meet Billiken, the god of happiness and good luck.

Explore dynamic animal habitats and natural environments in this enormous wildlife exhibit in downtown Osaka.

Explore dynamic animal habitats and natural environments in this enormous wildlife exhibit in downtown Osaka.

This site was first a shogun residence, then the home for Japan’s emperor. Destroyed in World War II, it was reconstructed to its original splendor.