Winter in Japan can be magical! Catch these snow lanterns at the Yokote Kamakura Festival in Akita Prefecture in February. Thanks to the talented @estrella1868 for this beautiful…
If you travel off the beaten path, you may be rewarded with views like this! This huge cherry tree is called Baba no Yamazakura and is located in…
Wouldn’t this be an awesome commute? @toorurira took this great shot of a tiny local train passing by the sunflower fields of Sayo, a town in Hyogo Prefecture.…
How magical is this traditional ryokan inn in Ginzan Onsen? Thanks to @nao_____ya for capturing this shot of the Notoya Ryokan. Follow @visitjapanjp for your daily dose of…
The 88 temple pilgrimage crosses Shikoku’s four prefectures, and is one of the oldest pilgrimages in the world. The full course is 1,400 kilometers long! Follow @visitjapanjp for…
You can find koi gracing ponds all across Japan. These beautiful fish are considered symbols of good luck, abundance and perseverance. Thanks so much to @sken02 for the…
Kanonji Temple is known as the “hydrangea temple,” but these cute daruma dolls are just another reason to visit this cute spot in Kyoto. Thanks to @yuu_kawahara for…
The contemplative Hill of the Buddha in Makomanai Takino Cemetery in Sapporo was designed by architect Tadao Ando. Thanks to @usk.com_usk.com_ for the cool photo! Follow @visitjapanjp for…
The Sendai Tanabata Festival just ended last week, and we already can’t wait for next year! Follow @visitjapanjp for your daily dose of Japan travel inspiration. Tag your…
This view of Hyakusaiji Temple’s mossy stairway makes you want to take a deep breath and relax. 💚 Thanks to @tomohase_ for the gorgeous photo! Follow @visitjapanjp for…
A magical view of waterlilies at Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden in Shiga Prefecture, captured by the talented @rinrin7281. Follow @visitjapanjp for your daily dose of Japan travel inspiration.…
Hakodate’s dramatic star-shaped Goryokaku Fort is particularly gorgeous in spring when the cherry blossoms tinge the park pink! Follow @visitjapanjp for your daily dose of Japan travel inspiration.…
Fall boat cruises on the Hozugawa River are a great way to see the nature near Arashiyama. Follow @visitjapanjp for your daily dose of Japan travel inspiration. Tag…
Ura-Tenma’s Chochin-dori in Osaka just glows with hundreds of lanterns. Thanks to @tokyo.ig for this awesome shot! Follow @visitjapanjp for your daily dose of Japan travel inspiration. Tag…
In autumn the Ikoma Plateau in Miyazaki Prefecture is covered with beautiful golden and pink cosmos flowers, and in the spring you can see fields of cheerful Icelandic…