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Snowy Seattle Marina Cityscape Crisp
Japan

My Snowy Tokyo at Night

Discover the capital city in winter under a thick layer of snow ...

Tokyo Snowfall
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Low-angle brutalist megastructure tower with weathered metal and stone against gray-blue sky Easy walk
Tokyo

The Arimaston Building: A Handcrafted Corps Buzié

The Arimaston Building, a unique architectural masterpiece in Tokyo, erected by Keisuke Oka with patience and passion over nearly 20 years.

Quiet
30–60 minutes (quick stop for photos); up to 1–2 hours if you want to explore the area and look for details
Stunning red azalea forest oasis Vibrant
Autumn

Kinchakuda’s Spider Lilies

For a few days in early autumn, a sea of scarlet-red flowers stretches as far as the eye can see. Welcome to Kinchakuda Park!

Spider Lily Peak
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Shōrinzan Daruma-ji Temple Easy walk
Autumn

Shōrinzan Daruma: Birthplace of Red Figurines

Shorinzan, tucked away on Takasaki Mountain, is known as the Daruma Temple. A visit is reputed to bring good fortune.

Some crowds
2–3 hours (half-day if you also explore Takasaki’s Daruma-related shops/areas)
Scenic coastal hiking trail on Hachijojima volcanic island Some hiking
Izu Islands

Hachijo-jima: Island of Fallen Samurai

Hachijo-jima, though lying in the Pacific Ocean over 280 km from Tokyo, belongs to the Japanese capital. Visit this land redolent with history …

Quiet
Full day for main highlights; ideally 1–2 nights to hike Mount Hachijo-Fuji and visit hot springs without rushing.
Lush Garden Blooms Oasis Ethereal
Kanto

Senjugahama: Primroses of Nikko

The peaceful beach of Senjugahama, an oasis of fresh greenery, welcomes a colourful display of primroses as spring draws to a close …

Primrose Bloom
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Graceful dancer leaps, industrial backdrop, mystical energy Off the map
Ibaraki

Abandoned Akeno Strip Club

Hushed visit to a haunted strip club with its mysterious red thread apparition ...

Difficulty
Risk
Magnificent cascading wisteria at Ashikaga Flower Park, Japan. Ethereal
Kanto

The Floral Paradise of Ashikaga

The stars of this floral park? Wisteria of all colours on over 9 hectares: a magical spectacle not to be missed!

Wisteria Peak
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Vibrant autumn garden at Shiofunekannon-ji Temple, Japan Vibrant
Kanto

Shiofune Kannon-ji Temple

This 1,300-year-old Buddhist temple lights up with beauty when spring comes. Its flowering azalea groves display the most beautiful colours.

Azalea Festival
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