Japan Bird, Food + People Pictures

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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 magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

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.

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

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

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

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

Look for the brightly colored origami cranes around this memorial and then discover the story of tragedy and hope behind this monument to the child victims of the atomic bomb.

The Meiji and Taisho periods come to life through the translucent antiques in this museum. See how glass cutting can inspire the most unlikely themes.

The most iconic view of Sapporo is from the observation deck of this 480-foot (150-meter) tower, which looks out over Odori Park.

Learn about Japanese folk arts and Fukuoka’s famous festivals and view the huge wooden loom in a traditional Meiji-era house.

Watch the tuna auction and cutting before the sun comes up and explore the selection of rare and unusual fish available from the stalls.

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

Look for the brightly colored origami cranes around this memorial and then discover the story of tragedy and hope behind this monument to the child victims of the atomic bomb.