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Experience the energy of one of the world’s largest cities, home to electronics shops and towering skyscrapers, ancient art and pretty cherry blossoms.

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

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

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

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

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.

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.  

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

Watch as park staff feed about 130 wild snow monkeys on Arashiyama Mountain, or climb inside a cage and feed them yourself.

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

Watch as park staff feed about 130 wild snow monkeys on Arashiyama Mountain, or climb inside a cage and feed them yourself.

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.

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.

Watch as park staff feed about 130 wild snow monkeys on Arashiyama Mountain, or climb inside a cage and feed them yourself.