Japan’s cultural heritage, both tangible and intangible, has been handed down and preserved to ensure this history and the stories it tells are shared for generations to come. Explore these sites to unlock each region’s distinct historical and cultural background, and experience the true value of Japan’s cultural properties. Come and find the Japan you know – and the Japan you have yet to discover.
The unique culture and traditions shaped by the nature, climate, and people of Japan over centuries can be found in every corner of this island nation. Japan's Heritage ranges from iconic cultural properties known around the world to little-known gems far from the beaten track.
The unique culture and traditions shaped by the nature, climate, and people of Japan over centuries can be found in every corner of this island nation. Japan's Heritage ranges from iconic cultural properties known around the world to little-known gems far from the beaten track.
Kumano Kodo
Sacred Pilgrimage Trails
Fantastic way to experience the unique cultural landscape of Japan’s spiritual countryside.
Fantastic way to experience the unique cultural landscape of Japan’s spiritual countryside.
Izumo Taisha
Grand Shrine
One of the oldest and most important shrines in Japan. Enshrine the deity who built this country.
One of the oldest and most important shrines in Japan. Enshrine the deity who built this country.
Mt. Koya
Sacred Mountain Haven
For over 1,200 years, Koyasan has flourished as an active monastic center.
For over 1,200 years, Koyasan has flourished as an active monastic center.
Ouchijuku
Travel Back in Time
A place where you feel the charms of ancient Japan and experience the traditional way of life.
A place where you feel the charms of ancient Japan and experience the traditional way of life.
Ideas
for Your Japan Trip
for Your Japan Trip
- All
- Hokkaido
- Tohoku
- Hokuriku&Shinetsu
- Kanto
- Tokai
- Kansai
- Chugoku
- Shikoku
- Kyushu
- Okinawa

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