I recently spent three weeks travelling around Japan and am now obsessed with the country! Here is everything you need to see on your trip from Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Hiroshima and Mount Fuji.
Japan’s iconic mountain and symbol, offering stunning views and hiking opportunities
Mount Fuji
The world’s busiest pedestrian crossing, a must-see for experiencing Tokyo’s energy!
Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo
A district known for its entertainment, shopping, and nightlife, including the famous Robot Restaurant
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Also known as Memory Lane, this narrow alleyway is packed with tiny restaurants serving traditional Japanese food
Omoide Yokocho, Tokyo
A giant Godzilla head towering over the Gracery Hotel in Shinjuku, perfect for a quirky photo op
Godzilla Head, Tokyo
Home to hundreds of free-roaming deer and the impressive Todai-ji Temple with its giant Buddha statue
Nara Park, Nara
This restaurant inspired the iconic fight scene in Quentin Tarantino’s Kill Bill
Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu, Tokyo
A historic area famous for its traditional wooden houses, geisha culture, and tea houses
Gion District, Kyoto
A MUST if you're a fan of Harry Potter and Super Mario Bros!!
Universal Studios Japan, Osaka
A poignant site dedicated to the victims of the atomic bomb, with a museum and the iconic Genbaku Dome
Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima
A lively district famous for its neon lights, street food, and the iconic Glico Running Man sign
Dotonbori, Osaka
A serene and otherworldly bamboo forest that is a must-visit for photographers and nature lovers
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Kyoto
Famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates leading up a mountain trail
Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kyoto
Also known as Yasaka Pagoda, this five-story pagoda is one of Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks
Hokan-ji Temple, Kyoto
A historic and stunning castle surrounded by beautiful gardens, a symbol of Osaka
Osaka Castle
Tokyo’s oldest temple, located in Asakusa, with a vibrant market street leading to it
Sensō-ji, Tokyo
An iconic symbol of Japan, with observation decks and stunning views of the city
Tokyo Tower
A famous nightlife area with narrow alleys filled with tiny, unique bars
