Japan

A collection of 15 places curated by Kathy Chen

Places in this collection

  1. Mie Hair Salon

    attraction

    Nakanosawa-13-1 Yoneyamacho Nakatsuyama, Tome, Miyagi 987-0331, Japan

    S-tier, absolutely beautiful nature, Ise Jingu, Otters, Kumado Kodo, deep history

    Mie Hair SalonView on Google Maps

  2. Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station Lounge

    attraction

    Narusawa, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0320, Japan

    A-tier, big city with small town vibes, everything is kind of in the center

    Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station LoungeView on Google Maps

  3. Hiroshima

    other

    Hiroshima, Japan

    S-tier, has so much history, cultural insight and beautiful nature

    HiroshimaView on Google Maps

  4. Nagoya

    other

    Aichi, Japan

    C-tier Japan spot, Japanese people call this the most boring place in Japan

    NagoyaView on Google Maps

  5. Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural Museum

    attraction

    Japan, 〒184-0005 Tokyo, Koganei, Sakuracho, 3 Chome−7−1 内 都立小金井公園

    Miyazaki confirmed finding inspiration for the film’s streets and buildings. Entry is 400 yen. Take the JR Chuo Line to Musashi-Koganei Station then a 5-minute bus to the park west gate. Almost no foreign tourists visit. Closed Mondays.

    Edo-Tokyo Open Air Architectural MuseumView on Google Maps

  6. Shima Onsen

    attraction

    Shima Onsen, Shima, Nakanojo, Agatsuma District, Gunma 377-0601, Japan

    Has the Sekizenkan ryokan, whose red bridge and wooden riverside building fans treat as the visual template for the film. The honkan dates to 1691. Day visitors can use the baths at most ryokan for around 500 to 1,500 yen.

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  7. Dogo Onsen Main Building

    attraction

    5-6 Dogoyunomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0842, Japan

    The only location Miyazaki officially confirmed as an architectural reference for the bathhouse. The main building dates to 1894, is a designated Important Cultural Property, and entry starts from 460 yen. Fly direct to Matsuyama Airport then take the tram 25 minutes to Dogo Onsen Station.

    Dogo Onsen Main BuildingView on Google Maps

  8. Ginzan Onsen

    attraction

    Ginzanshinhata, Obanazawa, Yamagata 999-4333, Japan

    Taisho-era wooden ryokans line a narrow river, gas lamps light the stone streets after dark, and in winter the whole town disappears under snow. Day visitors are now restricted after 4pm without an advance entry ticket. To see it properly, stay overnight and book three to six months ahead.

    Ginzan OnsenView on Google Maps

  9. Asahi - Japanese Wellness Salon

    other

    Lê Thánh Tôn, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam

    Japanese wellness salon offering lymphatic massage, the girl was so nice and had a lot of tension to work on.

    Asahi - Japanese Wellness SalonView on Google Maps

  10. ART AQUARIUM MUSEUM

    attraction

    Japan, 〒104-8212 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 4-chōme−6−１６ 三越新館 9階 9階入場口

    Aquatic themed exhibits in Ginza

    ART AQUARIUM MUSEUMView on Google Maps

  11. Tomonoura

    attraction

    Tomo Tomocho, Fukuyama, Hiroshima 720-0201, Japan

    Small port town that inspired Ponyo, accessible by bus from Fukuyama station, great day trip from Osaka or Kyoto.

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  12. Mount Fuji

    attraction

    Mount Fuji, Kitayama, Fujinomiya, Shizuoka 418-0112, Japan

    Scenic views of Mount Fuji

    Mount FujiView on Google Maps

  13. Round1 Stadium Sennichimae

    activity

    1-chōme-3-1 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan

    Play unlimited sports and games, open 24/7 for 20€

    Round1 Stadium SennichimaeView on Google Maps

  14. Sushi Yoshikawa

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒150-0013 Tokyo, Shibuya, Ebisu, 1 Chome−6−3 ゼネラル恵比寿イースト1階

    19-Course Omakase for ¥13,200 ($83), stacked roll with seven decadent egg yolks, glistening tuna slices and heaps of golden uni

    Sushi YoshikawaView on Google Maps

  15. Ginza Tsuboyaki-imo

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 7-chōme−6−４ GINZA7BLDG 1階

    Japanese sweet potatoes slowly roasted for 3 hours in a traditional Tokoname-yaki pot. Frozen sweet potato tastes like an ice cream and cold sweet potato latte is made using frozen sweet potatoes with ice cubes made of sweet potatoes.

    Ginza Tsuboyaki-imoView on Google Maps