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Named after a silver-coin mint, this district has a long association with affluence. Today it’s where you’ll find some of Japan’s most upmarket labels, restaurants and galleries.

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 the world’s only museums dedicated exclusively to Asian art brings together voices from all over the continent in innovative exhibits.

One of Isamu Noguchi’s last projects is an expansive public space that is more a immersive work of art than a traditional park.

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

Japan’s largest seated wooden Buddha is the highlight of this fascinating temple that provides a window into the customs of the Kuroda Clan and the Heian Period.

One of Isamu Noguchi’s last projects is an expansive public space that is more a immersive work of art than a traditional park.

Take in the spectacular views from the sky deck of one of Osaka’s most recognisable landmarks, a building that is among the most unusual skyscrapers in the world. 

Ever-changing terrain and a wide spectrum of color unfold beneath you, as this aerial lift takes you to a leafy mountain peak.

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

The most iconic view of Sapporo is from the observation deck of this 480-foot (150-meter) tower, which looks out over Odori Park.

One of Isamu Noguchi’s last projects is an expansive public space that is more a immersive work of art than a traditional park.

The most iconic view of Sapporo is from the observation deck of this 480-foot (150-meter) tower, which looks out over Odori Park.

One of Isamu Noguchi’s last projects is an expansive public space that is more a immersive work of art than a traditional park.

The most iconic view of Sapporo is from the observation deck of this 480-foot (150-meter) tower, which looks out over Odori Park.

One of the world’s only museums dedicated exclusively to Asian art brings together voices from all over the continent in innovative exhibits.

One of Isamu Noguchi’s last projects is an expansive public space that is more a immersive work of art than a traditional park.

See Japan’s legendary Gold Seal in this museum that celebrates the multicultural heritage and indigenous life of the people of Fukuoka, Japan’s gateway to Asia for thousands of years

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