Discovering Japan: our topic by topic guide to Japan

Azuchi Castle, built by the legendary warlord Oda Nobunaga between 1576 and 1579, stands as a testament to architectural innovation and political ambition in 16th century Japan.

Gokayama is a historic area located in Nanto, Toyama Prefecture, Japan.

Nestled in the suburban sprawl northwest of Tokyo, Tokorozawa is a bustling commuter town in Saitama Prefecture.

Nestled in the heart of Tokyo, Chidorigafuchi Park stands as a testament to the breathtaking beauty of Japan's cherry blossoms.

Nestled within the bustling heart of Tokyo lies a serene oasis known as the Meiji Jingu Inner Garden.

Nestled in the forested valley just north of Osaka's urban sprawl, Minoo Park is a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking a break from the city.

Nestled in the tranquil hills of Arashiyama, Otagi Nenbutsuji Temple stands as a testament to artistic creativity and spiritual resilience.

The Byōdō-in is a majestic Buddhist temple located in the small town ofUji, some fifteen kilometers southeast of Kyoto.

Nestled in the historic city of Kamakura, Kotoku-in is a renowned Buddhist temple famous for its monumental outdoor bronze statue of Amida Buddha, commonly known as the Great Buddh

Kyoto is renowned for its temples, gardens and traditional culture, but it also offers a relaxing onsen experience.

Nestled between the rugged coast of the Sea of Japan and the sacred peak of Mount Hakusan, Kaga Onsen is a captivating 1300-year-old hot spring resort area in southwestern Ishikawa

Kusatsu Onsen is one of Japan's most famous hot spring resorts. Located in Gunma Prefecture, north-west of Tokyo, it attracts onsen lovers all year round. 

The Yushukan is a military and war museum located within Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo, Japan.

The Shin-Yokohama Ramen Museum, established in 1994, is a unique culinary destination that combines history, culture, and gastronomy.

Few art collectives have garnered the international recognition and appeal of the TeamLab group, initially founded in 2001 in Tokyo, Japan.

While Tokyo is often seen as a busy and bustling megacity, its lesser-known maritime territory could not be any more different.

Located in the heart of the Japanese Alps, Kamikochi Valley with its breathtaking views and scenery will create a lasting memory.

Karuizawa is a resort town, with beautiful scenery, museums and hiking trails for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle.

Undeniably influential to the development of the modern fashion landscape, Tokyo is widely considered a mecca for fashion enthusiasts for its distinct range of aesthetics and environment that allow

KYOTOGRAPHY is the Kyoto International Photography Festival, now recognized as one of the world's leading photographic events.

The Yosakoi festival takes place every year, in June, in the city of Sapporo on the island of Hokkaido.

Venus Fort is part of the Palette Town complex in Tokyo's waterside Odaiba district, and is one of the many attractions the area offers.

On the artificial island of Odaiba, Venus Fort shopping mall presents another side of Japan, an extravagant facet advocating delusions of grandeur.

Abeno Harukas in Abeno ward, Osaka, is Japan's tallest building at 300m, 4m taller than the next tallest building in Japan. Its observation deck offers a fantastic view of Osaka.

Irasshai is a new concept store dedicated to Japanese cuisine and culture, located in central Paris.

We tried out the Monya restaurant in Tokyo, which specializes in kaiseki meals!

In the land of sushi, bakeries abound. There are said to be more than 10,000 throughout Japan and several thousand in Tokyo. It is difficult to make a selection as there are so many good bakeries.

The world's largest fish market has rehearsed for decades its frenetic and nourishing dance to frenzied “tuna” every night.

Kii-Katsuura, also called Nachi-Katsuura, is a fishing port in Wakayama prefecture which owes its fame to its thermal springs but also to its fish market.

Located between Ueno and Okachimachi stations, Ameyoko is Tokyo's most prominent street food market.

Ueno Zoo located in Tokyo’s Ueno Park is the oldest zoo in Japan.

Odaiba has been transformed, a small fortress in Tokyo Bay, built in 1853, has been transformed into a man-made island entirely dedicated to entertainment and relaxation. Today, Odaiba is a fa

Moomin Valley Park in Hann Saitama Prefecture is a theme park dedicated to the Moomin characters created by Tove Jansson (1914-2001) and popular in Japan.

The otaku are young people (or not so young) who devote their time and their money to their interest: the world of manga, animes, figurines, idols, and video games.

Cosplay has become an element of the everyday landscape in Japan.

A major attraction located in the east of the Japanese capital, the Tokyo Skytree tower offers an impressive panoramic view of the city, day and night.

Nestled in the heart of Tokyo, Shinjuku Ni-chōme stands as a testament to Japan's thriving LGBTQ+ scene.

It is well known that the Japanese capital has a real effervescence that varies depending on the district.

Flighting robots, futuristics choreography and other scenes of science fiction: the Robot Restaurant in Shinjuku features performances straight out of anime movies.