Recommendations for Tourist Attractions in Japan Worth Visiting

Japan has many tourist attractions that can be visited. This is why Japan remains one of the most popular countries in Asia to visit. In this article, we will share recommendations for tourist spots in Japan that are worth visiting. You can find these recommendations below!

1. Tokyo Tower

The first recommended tourist spot is in Japan's capital, Tokyo. Tokyo Tower is that place. This tourist attraction is an icon of Tokyo in the form of a tower that stands 332.5 meters tall.

The best time to visit here is at night. During this time, you can see the beautiful Tokyo Tower illuminated with colorful lights. You can also go to the top of the tower if you want to see the beauty of Tokyo at night.

2. Imperial Palace & East Garden

This tourist spot is still located in Tokyo. This place used to be the former Imperial Palace of Japan, especially during the Edo period. Here, you can see the panorama of the palace buildings that are still relatively intact. Not only that, but you can also witness two fortresses from the Edo period that are still intact. The Ninomaru and Honmaru fortresses are the two meant.

3. Sensoji

Japan has many legendary temples with charming architecture. One of them is Sensoji. The temple located in Tokyo has many interesting spots worth exploring. One of them is Jokoro. At this spot, people usually gather to receive the incense smoke found there. The incense smoke at Jokoro is believed to heal parts of the body that are sick.

4. Hachiko Statue

This one is a tourist spot inspired by the legendary story of Hachiko. At this tourist spot, you will find a statue in the shape of the dog Hachiko. You can take photos in front of this bronze statue. However, you need to be a little patient. Because there are many people queuing to take photos there.

5. Dotonbori

If you want a tourist spot with a modern concept, this place is worth visiting. Dotonbori itself is a shopping center located in Osaka. 

Here, you will find various shops with unusual signboards. Some are shaped like sushi, and others like octopuses. You will also find a river flowing to the north of this shopping center.

6. Tempozan Harbour Village

Still in the same area as Dotonbori, there is another tourist spot that must be visited. Tempozan Harbour Village is that place. This is a tourist spot located right by the sea.

At this tourist spot, you can enjoy the sea view while playing some interesting rides. Such as Kaiyukan, Santa Maria Cruise, and the Tempozan Ferris Wheel.

7. Shittenoji Temple

Besides Sensoji, Japan still has several temples worth visiting. Shittenoji Temple is one of them. This temple, established in 593, is the first Buddhist temple in Japan.

This temple consists of five levels and is equipped with a pavilion containing paintings and statues. Every 21st and 22nd, this temple area is usually used as a flea market area. The market is usually bustling from 6:30 AM.

In the summer, this temple usually opens from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM. While in the winter, the temple will close 30 minutes earlier, at 4:00 PM.

8. Harajuku

If you want to shop for fashionable clothing, this place is worth visiting. If you want to shop here, you can visit two interesting spots. Takeshita Street and Cat Street are both of them.

Takeshita Street is a shopping area that sells clothing typical of Harajuku Style. Meanwhile, Cat Street is a shopping area that sells clothing and accessories. Cat Street also has several cafes worth visiting.

Not only shopping, but you can also visit several tourist spots here. Such as Yoyogi Park and Nezu Museum. To get to this place, you can take a train from Tokyo.

9. Nakamise

Besides Harajuku, Japan also has another shopping place worth visiting. Nakamise is that place. You could say that Nakamise is the oldest shopping center in Japan, as it has existed for hundreds of years.

Here, you can buy various typical Japanese souvenirs. Such as fans and Maneki Neko. Not only that, but you can also enjoy culinary tourism here. One of the must-try foods here is imo yokan. A dish made from sweet potatoes.

10. Osaka Castle

Not only temples, but Japan is also famous for its castles. One of the castles worth visiting is Osaka Castle. This castle, which has existed since the 16th century, has magnificent architecture.

Not only can you see the grandeur of the castle's architecture, but you can also engage in several tourist activities here. Such as visiting museums and watching light attractions at sunset.

11. Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street

If you still want to shop, this tourist spot is very worth visiting. Here, you can buy various items at affordable prices. Ranging from clothing, medicines, to health equipment. There are also vendors selling fresh fish at relatively affordable prices.

This place also offers various delicious culinary spots. Some culinary delights worth trying are kushi katsu, takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and sushi. 

12. Arashiyama

In the Kyoto area, there is an iconic tourist spot worth visiting. Arashiyama is that place. Arashiyama itself is a tourist spot in the form of a green bamboo forest.

Not far from that forest, you will find one of Japan's legendary Zen temples. Tenryuji Temple is that temple. Not stopping there, you can also find Monkey Park Iwatama. A tourist attraction where wild Japanese monkeys roam.

13. Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium

If Indonesia has Seaworld, then Japan has Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium. This place is a giant aquarium where you can see the life of fish and other marine biota there.

One interesting spot there is the Uminchu Gate. There, you can take photos while admiring the whale shark monument. Besides that gate, there is still one interesting spot that must be visited. 

The Okichan Theater is that place. There, you will see a group of dolphins swimming in the ocean. If you are interested in visiting, you can go directly to the Okinawa area.

Japan has many tourist attractions that can be visited. This is why Japan remains one of the most popular countries in Asia to visit. Some of them have been recommended above. We hope our recommendations can serve as a guide when you plan to picnic in Japan. In conclusion, enjoy your holiday!

Author: Anggie Warsito