7 Cultural Things to Do in Japan

Explore these 7 amazing places to visit in Japan with our own curated photos.

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Visitors at vibrant torii gate, Historic Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine in Kyoto

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68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan

Kyoto’s iconic shrine with 10,000 torii gates.

Directional sign at Shinjuku Gyoen, Tokyo

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11 Naitomachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0014, Japan

A serene oasis amidst Tokyo’s vibrant chaos.

Shibuya Scramble Crossing illuminated at night with no pedestrians

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Shibuya City, Tokyo, Japan

Tokyo’s heartbeat, Shibuya Scramble is orchestrated urban chaos.

Vibrant Matsubara-dori street bustling with activity en route to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kyoto.

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1 Chome-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan

View of the Golden Temple, Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto

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1 Kinkakujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8361, Japan

A historic, golden Zen sanctuary

Tokyo street with lanterns and Skytree backdrop

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1 Chome-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan

Japan’s soaring blend of tradition and innovation.

Vibrant Nishiki Market, Kyoto - bustling shops, colorful ambiance, busy marketplace

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Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8055, Japan

Discover Kyoto’s culinary heart at Nishiki Market