Japan

Neon-lit Shibuya crossing, Akihabara electronics, Tsukiji fish market, Meiji Shrine, and robot restaurants.

1,600+ temples including Fushimi Inari's thousand torii gates, bamboo groves, and geisha district Gion.

Japan's kitchen — Dotonbori street food, Osaka Castle, Universal Studios, and the friendliest locals.

Japan's iconic volcano, hot spring resorts, Lake Ashi pirate ships, and Owakudani's volcanic valley.

Peace Memorial Park, the Atomic Bomb Dome, and nearby Miyajima Island with its floating torii gate.

Over 1,000 friendly bowing deer roaming free among ancient temples, including the world's largest wooden building.

Ornate Toshogu Shrine in a cedar forest, stunning autumn colors, and the mystical three wise monkeys.

Japan's tropical paradise — turquoise seas, coral reefs, Shuri Castle, and unique Ryukyuan culture.

Beautifully preserved Edo-era old town, sake breweries, morning markets, and gateway to the Japanese Alps.

Kenroku-en (one of Japan's top three gardens), samurai districts, geisha quarters, and gold leaf crafts.

Powder snow paradise, beer gardens, lavender fields, fresh seafood, and the famous Snow Festival.

Great Buddha statue, seaside temples, hiking trails between shrines, and a laid-back coastal vibe near Tokyo.

Art island in the Seto Inland Sea — Tadao Ando museums, Yayoi Kusama pumpkins, and art-filled abandoned houses.

Sacred mountaintop Buddhist monastery complex — sleep in a temple, attend dawn prayers, walk the ancient cemetery.