The world’s largest standing bronze statue
Japan’s tallest and most powerful water discharge
A huge national treasure with many mysteries
A romantic waterfront district steeped in history
A Landmark on the Sea of Japan
The iconic symbol of Kusatsu Onsen, surrounded by clouds of rising steam
A Symbol of Mount Koya and Esoteric Buddhist Architecture
An Elegant Memorial to Japan’s Shogun Family on Mount Koya
A Historic Japanese Garden in Harmony with the Sea
A Historic Villa Blending Japanese and Western Design
Discover the Roots of the Suzuki Surname
A Historic Center of Japanese Medicine
A Majestic Gateway to the Sacred Heart of Mount Koya
A Scenic Lakeside Destination on the Arida River
The Grand Entrance to Mount Koya
A Scenic Landmark of Wakanoura
A Sacred Symbol of Shingon Buddhism
A Peaceful Park Surrounded by Seasonal Nature
A Historic Bathhouse Preserving the Everyday Life of Yuasa
Japan’s Historic Stone Lighthouse
A Historic Landmark of Pilgrimage to Mount Koya
Lighthouse: A Scenic View of the Kumano Sea
A Historic Beacon at the Southernmost Point of Honshu
A Historic Landmark of Taisho-Era Modernism and Progressive Education
A Historic Residence Once Visited by Feudal Lords
A Historic Beacon on a Fortress Island
A Historic Assembly Hall from the Meiji Era
One of Japan’s Largest Wooden School Buildings Still in Active Use
A White Lighthouse Standing at the Westernmost Tip of the Kii Peninsula
A Historic Soy Sauce Brewery Telling the Story of Yuasa
A Historic Residence of a Powerful Village Headman
A Historic Honjin Preserving the Grandeur of an Edo-Period Post Town
A Historic Landmark of Japan’s Modernization
A Massive Arch Dam in Okutone Supporting the Greater Tokyo Area
A Historic Reception Hall Overlooking the Tone River
A World Heritage Site Symbolizing Japan’s Modernization
A Small Shrine Where Visitors Entrust Their Wishes to Monkey Charms
A Monumental Buddha Watching over Japan’s Ancient Capital
The Magnificent Heart of Tōdai-ji Temple
A National Treasure That Embodies the Grandeur of Japanese History
A Masterpiece of Japanese Architecture Preserving the Beauty of the Muromachi Period
A Historic Architectural Landmark Preserving Japan’s Educational and Cultural Heritage
A Journey into Taisho-Era Townhouse Culture
A Rare Historic Merchant House in the Former Castle Town of Koriyama
A Historic Samurai Residence Protected by Two Moats
A Mysterious Monument Carved from a Massive Rock
A Historic Thatched-Roof House Preserving the Spirit of the Edo Period
A Peaceful Retreat Surrounded by Nature and Lakeside Scenery
A Cultural Heritage Center Housed in a Former Elementary School Auditorium
Mysterious Stone Relics Preserved in the Asuka Region
A Mysterious Collection of Ancient Stone Structures
A Scenic Lakeside Retreat Where Water and Nature Come Together
A Multipurpose Dam Designed to Balance Nature and Human Needs
A Magnificent Arch Dam Surrounded by Mountain Scenery
Discover Local History in a Traditional Wooden Schoolhouse
A Spectacular Landscape of Mountains and Water
A Historic Building with a Century of Stories Overlooking Dorokyo Gorge
Experience the History and Culture of Gojo
A Unique Stay Immersed in the History of Japan’s Southern Court
A Historic School of the Matsushiro Domain
A Historic Merchant’s Residence, Museum, and Garden
A Historic Honjin Preserving the Atmosphere of the Hokkoku Kaido
A Window into Education in Meiji-Era Japan
A Remarkable Meiji-Era Schoolhouse Blending Japanese and Western Design
The Birthplace of Karuizawa’s Summer Resort Culture
A Place of Worship Shaped by Stone and Light
The “Rokumeikan of Karuizawa”
One of Japan’s Largest Rock-Fill Dams
A Scenic Reservoir Steeped in Dragon Legends
A Preserved Edo-Period Farmhouse
A Historic Samurai Estate in Azumino
A National Treasure Preserving the Spirit of Japan’s Modernization
A Historic Campus Where the Spirit of Student Life Still Lives On
A Historic Western-Style Residence from the Meiji Era
A Cultural Center in Matsumoto’s Historic Storehouse District
A Journey Through the Modern History of Shinshu
A Well-Preserved Edo-Period Farmhouse and Historic Estate
A Historic Meiji-Era Schoolhouse
The Former Domain School of Takato
A Scenic Lakeside Landscape Painted in Autumn Colors
A Beautiful Reservoir Reflecting the Southern Alps
A Historic Hot Spring Bathhouse on the Shores of Lake Suwa
A Peaceful Dam Lake Surrounded by Nature
A Historic Schoolhouse from Japan’s Meiji Era
A Preserved Edo-Period Farmhouse in Takamori
A Historic Lodging House of the Shimosuwa Post Town
Discover Historic Shimosuwa
The Former Home of Poet Akahiko Shimaki
A Historic Residence and Checkpoint that Tell the Story of Kiso’s Role on the Nakasendo
A Historic Western-Style Building Telling the Story of Kiso Forestry
One of Japan’s Three Great Train Window Views
A Beautiful Blend of Japanese and Western Architecture
A Literary Landmark Honoring a Pioneer of Modern Japanese Poetry
A Historic Industrial Heritage Site Celebrating Kiryu’s Textile Tradition
A Historic Building Preserving the Memory of a Modern Silk-Spinning Factory
A Historic Warehouse Complex Where Kiryu’s History and Culture Live On
Discovering the Legacy of Sericulture in a Rural Mountain Village
A Rare Glimpse of a Medieval Samurai Residence in Kiryu
A Stone Monument Preserving the Prayers of the Heian Period
A White Western-Style Building Preserving the Spirit of the Meiji Era
Preserving the History of Kiryu’s Modern Water Supply
A Historic Western-Style Building Preserving the Elegance of the Taisho Era
A Massive Dam Supporting the Tokyo Metropolitan Area and the Scenic Beauty of Lake Kanna
A Nationally Designated Important Cultural Property Preserving Ueno Village’s Mountain Heritage
A Spectacular Hydroelectric Power Facility in Ueno Village
A Historic Wooden Schoolhouse Preserving the Memory of Learning and Local Pride
A Historic Theater Preserving the Charm of Early Shōwa-Era Japanese Architecture
The Birthplace of Innovative Sericulture Techniques and a World Heritage Site
A Historic Villa Reflecting an International Connection
A Rare Traditional Performing Arts Stage Preserved in a Rural Community
A Cultural Attraction Tracing the History and Heritage of Tatebayashi
Discovering Tatebayashi’s History and Soy Sauce Culture
A Major Water Facility Supporting Life and Nature in the Tokyo Metropolitan Area
An Impressive Dam Landscape in Harmony with Nature
One of Eastern Japan’s Oldest Surviving Machiya Houses
An Aristocratic Residence Preserving the Romance of the Taisho Era
A Meiji-Era Bank Building with a Distinctive Japanese-Western Design
A Historic Building Preserving the Romance of the Taisho Era
A Traditional Thatched House Preserving the Lifestyle of the Edo Period
A Mysterious Underground Sanctuary Lined with Kannon Statues
A Fascinating Journey into Edo-Period Life and Local History
A Valuable Cultural Heritage Site Preserving Mountain Village Life
A Historic Farmhouse Preserving Edo-Period Life and Sericulture Culture
A Historic Place to Rest by Lake Ozenuma
Where Military History Meets Nature
Discover the Writer’s Life in Matsue
Discover the Life of Samurai in Historic Matsue
Experience Matsue’s Traditional Tea Culture
A Taisho-Era Western-Style House
Experience the Tea Aesthetic of Lord Fumai
A Historic Bank Building Reborn as a Cultural Hub
A Historic Beacon Overlooking the Sea of Japan
A Sacred Boat Preserving the Myths and Maritime Heritage of Mihonoseki
An Elegant Reception Hall Preserving the Atmosphere of the Meiji Era
Experience Traditional Japanese Folk Performing Arts
A Scenic Destination Where Nature and History Meet
A Scenic Dam on the Hii River
A Cultural Center for Experiencing Izumo Kagura
A Historic Townscape Shaped by Japan’s Traditional Ironmaking Culture
A Masterpiece of Traditional Japanese Railway Architecture
A Historic Residence Preserving the Legacy and Beauty of Tatara Ironmaking
A Journey into Izumo’s Traditional Culture and Garden Aesthetics
A Gateway to the History of Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine
One of the Largest Merchant Houses in Historic Iwami Ginzan
A Historic Samurai Residence Preserving Life in Iwami Ginzan
A Samurai Residence That Supported the Prosperity of Iwami Ginzan
Discover the Childhood Home of One of Japan’s Great Modern Writers
A Unique Cultural Space Where Medical History, Food, and Japanese Gardens Meet
Enjoy One of the Most Beautiful Starry Skies on Japan’s Main Island
A Historic Japanese Garden Where the Legacy of a Copper-Mining Family Lives On
The Childhood Home of a Pioneer of Modern Japanese Philosophy
A Historic School That Nurtured Learning, Culture, and Outstanding Talent
A Monument Dedicated to World Peace
A Cultural Hub Where History and People Come Together
A Romantic Scenic Spot Where the Sea Meets the Sunset
Explore One of the Oki Islands’ Oldest Traditional Village Houses
A Historic Home of Shrine Priests
Discover Traditional Life in the Oki Islands
Historic Architecture and a Peaceful Landscape
A Historic Merchant House Preserving the Spirit of the Edo Period
A Historic Townhouse in Yuasa
300 Years of History
A Historic Hall Preserving More Than 500 Years of History
A Magnificent Early Showa-Era Traditional Home
A Schoolhouse Dining Experience in Yura
Outdoor Adventures in a Hidden Mountain Lake
A Legendary Romance by the Sea
A Historic Building Preserving Traditional Youth Culture
A Beautiful Historic Residence Built by One of Kushimoto’s Wealthiest Merchant Families
A Gateway to Space from the Southernmost Point of Honshu
A Historic Landmark Preserving the History and Culture of a Kumano Port Town
A Historic Western-Style House Preserving the Spirit of Taisho-Era Japan
A Historic Bell Tower That Has Marked the Passing of Time on Mount Koya