101 Things to Do in Japan

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Popular Attractions & Tourist Sites in Japan

1. Mount Fuji — Japan's tallest peak and sacred symbol, this near-perfect volcanic cone is climbed in summer and admired year-round.

2. Fushimi Inari Shrine — Thousands of vermilion torii gates wind up the wooded hillside of this famous Kyoto shrine.

3. Senso-ji Temple — Tokyo's oldest temple, in Asakusa, is entered through the giant lantern of the Kaminarimon gate.

4. Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) — This gold-leaf-covered Zen temple mirrors itself in a reflecting pond in northern Kyoto.

5. Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park — The A-Bomb Dome and memorial museum commemorate the 1945 atomic bombing and promote peace.

6. Arashiyama Bamboo Grove — Towering bamboo stalks form a serene walking path on Kyoto's western outskirts.

7. Itsukushima Shrine, Miyajima — Its 'floating' torii gate appears to rise from the sea at high tide near Hiroshima.

8. Shibuya Crossing — Tokyo's iconic scramble intersection is one of the world's busiest and most photographed pedestrian crossings.

9. Nara Park — Free-roaming bowing deer wander among ancient temples, including the giant bronze Buddha of Todai-ji.

10. Osaka Castle — This reconstructed 16th-century fortress sits amid gardens and moats in the heart of Osaka.

Unique Japan Experiences

Ride the shinkansen bullet train between Tokyo and Kyoto
View cherry blossoms during spring hanami season
Soak in a traditional onsen hot spring
Take part in a Kyoto tea ceremony
Sample sushi at Tokyo's Toyosu fish market
Stay overnight in a temple lodging on Mount Koya
Wander the geisha district of Gion in Kyoto
Climb Mount Fuji during the summer season
Explore Tokyo's neon-lit Shinjuku and Akihabara districts
Feed the bowing deer of Nara Park

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Japan Travel — Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top things to do in Japan?

Top experiences include Mount Fuji, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Senso-ji Temple. You can browse and book hundreds more Japan tours, attractions and activities — many at up to 50% off — right on this page.

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When is the best time to visit Japan?

Spring (late March to April) for cherry blossoms and autumn (October to November) for fall foliage are the most beautiful and popular times. Both offer mild weather; summer is hot and humid, winter ideal for skiing and snow festivals.

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