Experience Japan Travel likes to offer all Clients a chance to see the “Real Japan”. Therefore not only are some of the major sightseeing locations included in this gallery, but also photos of locations that are off the beaten track. All photos are taken by Experience Japan Travel staff.
Senses
A Buddhist Temple in season
Himeji Castle - First World Heritage of Japan
Also known as the White Heron. A symbol of all Japan
National Treasure
Exclusively come up close to the God of Medicine
Nara
The Daibutsu Buddha Statue of Todaiji Temple
World Heritage Temple
Arrive early and you can have a Unesco World Heritage Temple to yourself
Mischievous
Moss gardens are a treat
Hakone Shrine
Located on the shores of Lake Ashi
Peaceful Kyoto
You can stay a night in one of these Houses
Matsumoto Castle
Surrounded by the Northern Alps
Fushimi Inari Shrine
The most visited Shrine in all Japan
Golden Pavilion
A must see for all. The three floors were all built in three different eras
Hidden power
Hidden in Kyoto. Not only offers power, but also was where a Ghibli Movie was thought up
God of Education
A sight to be etched into your mind
Hidden location
Located in the mountains on Kyoto
Tokyo
The vibrant Asakusa Temple
Majestic
Mt Fuji, the icon of Japan
Zen Stone Garden
Many mysteries surround Ryoanji Temple
Rural Japan
A World Heritage location between Kanazawa and Takayama
Ujibashi Bridge
The entrance to Isejingu Shrine
Osaka
Osaka Castle in Fall
Kiyomizu Temple
Amazing example of Japanese Architecture
Feel the seasons
A Kiyomizu Temple located in Hyogo Prefecture. Amazing nature in all seasons.
Ama san
Experience a seafood BBQ with the Ama, who dive for their catch with no air tanks
Megane Bridge
Spectacles Bridge location in central Nagasaki
Byodoin Temple
Many people oversee this incredible Temple
Hiyoshi Toshogu
Was built before Nikko Toshogu, and holds some of Tokugawa Ieyasu's remains
Semi exclusive
Seasonal arrangement in warmer months. Eat lunch over a flowing river
Kobe
Said to be one of the original Three Best Buddha Statues of Japan
Four Seasons
Toji Pagoda is Japan's largest
Mt Komagatake
Motomiya Shrine can only be accessed by the Ropeway
Natural Treasure
Shotoku Taishi was born in 574 and ruled Japan politically
Seasons
Tokyo Tower and Cherry Blossoms
Belief
Anyone's dream can come true
Photogenic
Kyoto offers the most photogenic areas of all Japan
Peace Park
Nagasaki will offer a totally different look into Japan
500 Rakan
A hidden area in Kyoto that is proving to be a hit with SNS
Taking the weight
A Temple complex located on a mountain found in Himeji. The goblins hold all burdens
Komainu (Koma Dog)
You can see these are many Temples and shrines
Japanese Gardens
Once of the three most beautiful gardens of Japan in Okayama
Tokyo Tower
Also close to the Asahi Beer Head office
Lifestyles of Monks
A sight you can see in person, not only in the Travel magazines
Lanterns
Kasuga Taisha Shrine in Nara
Japanese Garden
One of the top gardens of Kyoto
Isejingu Shrine
Located in Mie Prefecture. The Imperial Family comes here every year
Kanazawa
Well preserved Geisha and Samurai area
Thatched roof houses
One hour from Kyoto, step back in time
Kenrokuen Gardens
One of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan
Oura Cathedral
World Heritage Cathedral, and symbol of Hidden Christianity in the 1500's
Katsura Villa
An Imperial Villa in Kyoto. You need to book to enter
Cherry Blossoms
Flowers and Nature are important for Japan
Kanazawa
Oumicho Markets offer a look into local life
Imperial Palace
The Tokyo Imperial palace, located walking distance from Tokyo Station
Ise
The spiritual rocks that represent Husband and Wife
Hidden Art
The 500 stone Rakan of the famous Ito-Chakuju Artist and painter
Takayama
The traditional streets of Takayama
Devine
Japanese National Treasures, over 1100 years old
Mt Koya
Part of the famous Kumano Kodo pilgrim trail
Tokyo Tower
Tokyo changes it's face after dusk
Kyoto
The Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama
Islands of Nagasaki
Goto-reto Islands offer a in depth look at hidden Christianity history
Festivals
Nebuta float festival
Tokyo Tower
333 meters of steel
Faith
The well preserved Graves of Goto-Reto Island
Tofukuji Temple
The Dragon of Tofukuji Temple is often overlooked
Meiji Jingu
Walking distance from Harajuku Station
Ghibli Museum
See the wonders Ghibli Studio
Contemporary Art
The Island of Naoshima, an inspiration to all
Kobe
A million dollar view at night can be found in Kobe
Silver Pavilion
Different existence from the Gold Pavilion
Mt Koya
The impressive World Heritage Temple complex on the sacred mountain top