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Come for the entertaining winter penguin parade and spend time spotting birds, reptiles and majestic mammals at this zoological park.

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.

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. 

Futuristic architecture, sandy beaches, hot springs and eclectic attractions, such as a replica Statue of Liberty, await on this man-made island in Tokyo Bay.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

Enjoy a day in the life of Sapporo’s university students and professors while wandering the tree-lined avenues and riverfront walks of this elegant campus. 

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

At this spot, as reverent a place as you can find anywhere, reflect on one of the worst events to happen to humankind and the dire importance of it never being repeated. 

Visit this seaside destination, which is home to ancient temples, peaceful gardens, beaches, exciting nightlife areas and lively shopping districts.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

Visit this magnificently reconstructed castle to explore its towering main keep and learn about Japanese feudal history and Samurai culture at the museum within.

Visit this seaside destination, which is home to ancient temples, peaceful gardens, beaches, exciting nightlife areas and lively shopping districts.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.