Japan Autumn, Beach, Bird + People pictures

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Tradition and contemporary culture are seen in the food, fashion, anime and temples of the third-largest city in Japan.

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. 

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

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.

Imperial, political and religious landmarks, peaceful gardens, superb art exhibitions, live music venues and theaters beckon visitors to Tokyo’s central district. 

See the cherry blossoms bloom in a slightly more relaxed atmosphere or spend a kid-friendly day at the foot of Mount Hakodate.

This large city on Japan’s northernmost island has a medley of architectural styles, spectacular nature and some of the freshest seafood in the country.

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.

This large city on Japan’s northernmost island has a medley of architectural styles, spectacular nature and some of the freshest seafood in the country.

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.

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.

Shop, eat, drink and shop some more in renovated 19th-century warehouses that now feature prominently in a Hakodate-area hot spot.

Seeing this garden in a picture may seem like a photo effect, but it isn’t a trick. Nature, with some human help, has created a unique place that must be seen.