Top 31 Places To Visit In Japan
Source:
@wanderxo_
Save places straight from any post.
Share an Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Google Maps or web link to DocentPro and every place in it lands on your map. This post became these 31.
31 places on the map
Explore the map in the DocentPro app31 attractions in Japan: Sensō-ji, Shibuya Scramble Crossing, Tokyo Skytree, and 28 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by Wander XO | Luxe Group & Custom Trips.
Sensō-ji
Place of worship
4.5
• Tokyo's oldest temple, founded in 645 AD • Main hall, five-story pagoda, and Nakamise-dori market street
Shibuya Scramble Crossing
Landmark
4.5
• World-famous intersection with thousands of people crossing simultaneously • Best view from Shibuya Scramble Square or Starbucks on the second floor
Tokyo Skytree
Observation deck
4.4
• Tokyo's tallest structure with two observation decks • Offers panoramic views of the city
Meiji Jingu
Place of worship
4.6
• Shinto shrine dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken • Surrounded by a large forest, a peaceful escape from the city
teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM
Museum
4.5
• Immersive digital art museum where you walk through water and gardens ✓ Book tickets in advance online
Harajuku
Place
• Center of Tokyo's youth culture and fashion scene • Explore Takeshita Street for quirky shops and cafes
Akihabara Electric Town
Place
• District known for electronics, anime, manga, and gaming stores • Explore multi-story shops and arcades
Odaiba
Place
• Futuristic entertainment and shopping district on a man-made island • Features museums, a giant Gundam statue, and views of the Rainbow Bridge
Osaka Castle
Historical place
4.4
• Historic castle, a prominent landmark in Osaka • Explore the castle grounds and museum inside
Universal Studios Japan
Amusement center
4.5
• Theme park with rides and attractions based on popular movies and shows ✓ Book tickets online in advance to avoid long queues
Dotonbori
Place
• Vibrant entertainment district known for its neon lights and street food • Try local Osaka specialties like takoyaki and okonomiyaki
Kuromon Ichiba Market
Place
4.1
• Covered public market known for fresh seafood and local produce • Great place to try various Japanese snacks and dishes
Umeda Sky Building
Landmark
4.3
• Refers to Umeda Sky Building, a striking skyscraper with an open-air observation deck • Offers panoramic views of Osaka, especially stunning at sunset
Shitennoji
Place of worship
4.3
• Japan's first Buddhist temple, founded in 593 AD • Features a five-story pagoda and a main hall
Tsūtenkaku
Observation deck
4.0
• Iconic tower in the Shinsekai district • Offers an observation deck with views of the surrounding area
Abeno Harukas
Place
4.2
• Japan's tallest skyscraper with a large observation deck • Features a department store, hotel, and art museum
Fushimi Inari Taisha
Place of worship
4.6
• Iconic Shinto shrine with thousands of vibrant orange torii gates • Walk through the scenic pathways up the mountain
Kinkaku-ji
Place of worship
4.5
• Zen Buddhist temple known as the Golden Pavilion • Covered in gold leaf and set in a beautiful landscape garden
Kiyomizu-dera
Place of worship
4.5
• Historic Buddhist temple with a wooden stage offering city views • Famous for its pure waters and autumn foliage
Arashiyama
Place
4.5
• Scenic district on the outskirts of Kyoto • Home to the famous Bamboo Grove and Tenryu-ji Temple
Gion
Place
• Kyoto's most famous geisha district with traditional wooden machiya houses • Enjoy an evening stroll and look for geiko and maiko
Higashiyama Jisho-ji
Place of worship
4.5
• Zen temple known as the Silver Pavilion • Features unique dry sand gardens and a moss garden
Heian Shrine
Place of worship
4.3
• Shinto shrine with a striking vermilion torii gate and beautiful gardens • Often hosts traditional festivals and events
Nintendo Museum
Museum
4.4
• Museum dedicated to the history of Nintendo and its iconic games • Expected to open in 2024 (as of January 2026)
Nara
Place
• City famous for its wild deer roaming freely in Nara Park • Visit Todai-ji Temple, home to a giant bronze Buddha statue
Amanohashidate
Place
4.4
• Pine-covered sandbar, one of Japan's three scenic views • View upside down by bending over for a unique perspective
Hakone
Place
• Mountainous town known for its hot springs and views of Mount Fuji • Take a cruise on Lake Ashi and ride the Hakone Ropeway
Mount Fuji
Place
4.6
• Japan's highest peak and an iconic symbol • Best seen from Hakone, Fujigoko region, or Shizuoka
Kobe
Place
• Port city famous for Kobe beef, Mount Rokko, and its vibrant Chinatown • Enjoy scenic views from the Herb Gardens or explore Kitano-cho
Nikko
Place
• Mountainous area known for its elaborate shrines and temples • Visit Toshogu Shrine, Futarasan Shrine, and Taiyuinbyo Mausoleum
Hiroshima
Place
• City known for its Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome • Try local specialties like Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki
Save these 31 places to your map
Keep every place on your own map in DocentPro, and add more as you browse.
