Japan

A collection of 190 places curated by Aidan Gilboy

Places in this collection

  1. Okunoin Cemetery

    attraction

    Japan, 〒648-0211 Wakayama, Ito District, Koya, Kōyasan, 奥の院

    Japan's largest cemetery with over two hundred thousand monks' graves, surrounded by massive cedar trees, moss covered tombstones, and fog.

    Okunoin CemeteryView on Google Maps

  2. CLAY POT CURRY OHMIYA

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒604-8035 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Sakuranocho, 438-1 2F

    Japanese curry shop run by brothers, butter blended spices, plenty of red wine, simmered for two days with banana for natural sweetness. Kyoto Wagyu is especially recommended. Custom spice, rice, kids menu available.

    CLAY POT CURRY OHMIYAView on Google Maps

  3. JANAI COFFEE

    cafe

    Japan, 〒150-0022 Tokyo, Shibuya, Ebisuminami, 2 Chome−3−13 Yamanen Bldg., B1階

    Humble coffee shop by day, secret gesture on website opens shelf to the left to reveal a swanky evening venue, reservation only, hidden secret menu with drink with a scoop of ice cream

    JANAI COFFEEView on Google Maps

  4. FUJIYAMA Twin Terrace

    attraction

    Ashigawacho Kamiashigawa, Fuefuki, Yamanashi 401-0305, Japan

    A terrace offering an unbeatable view of Mount Fuji, accessible by hiking when the road is closed in winter. It's officially open from May to November with a shuttle bus.

    FUJIYAMA Twin TerraceView on Google Maps

  5. Gyu-Kaku Dotonbori Ebisubashi

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒542-0071 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Dotonbori, 1 Chome−6−10 ふるさとビル

    Yakitori.

    Gyu-Kaku Dotonbori EbisubashiView on Google Maps

  6. Tokito

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒542-0066 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Kawarayamachi, 1 Chome−2−11 からほりかわらやえん101

    Hidden Osaka restaurant that just started serving lunch, must-try Wagyu sandwich and egg sandwich, rich, flavorful Wagyu packed into a premium sandwich, from the same group as the popular restaurant “myneighbor” — quality guaranteed, a unique and elevated lunch experience in a quiet local neighborhood

    TokitoView on Google Maps

  7. Grandma shop

    shop

    Japan, 〒151-0072 Tokyo, Shibuya, Hatagaya, 2 Chome−39−8 ビオライフハウス 1F

    Shop that has been running for 73 years.

    Grandma shopView on Google Maps

  8. Shinsekai Market

    shop

    1 Chome Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0002, Japan

    Flea market in Osaka

    Shinsekai MarketView on Google Maps

  9. Restaurant Cafe Partita

    restaurant

    3867-4 Katsuyama, Fujikawaguchiko, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0310, Japan

    Pancakes with a Mt Fuji view

    Restaurant Cafe PartitaView on Google Maps

  10. Moroguchi Shrine

    attraction

    2710 Heda, Numazu, Shizuoka 410-3402, Japan

    A historic shrine with a vivid torii gate and traditional buildings, offering a breathtaking and underrated view of Mount Fuji rising above Suruga Bay with crystal-clear ocean.

    Moroguchi ShrineView on Google Maps

  11. MR.HIRO CAR STUDIO

    activity

    4 Chome-12-21 Izuo, Taishō-ku, Osaka, 551-0031, Japan

    A car cafe in Japan featuring a collection of JDM cars and a racing simulator. They also serve matcha lattes.

    MR.HIRO CAR STUDIOView on Google Maps

  12. Pokémon Center Osaka

    shop

    Japan, 〒530-8202 Osaka, Kita Ward, Umeda, 3 Chome−1−1 大丸梅田店 13F

    Pokemon Center

    Pokémon Center OsakaView on Google Maps

  13. Goyomatsu Cave

    attraction

    Japan, 〒638-0431 Nara, Yoshino District, Tenkawa, Dorogawa, ６８６−１３９

    This hidden limestone cave is one of Nara’s most underrated adventures, located in the peaceful Dorogawa Onsen area.

    Goyomatsu CaveView on Google Maps

  14. Omihachiman

    attraction

    Shiga, Japan

    The main subject of the video, described as the "Venice of Japan" with canals and traditional buildings, and a peaceful escape.

    OmihachimanView on Google Maps

  15. Hamilton

    shop

    6 Chome-14-5 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0001, Japan

    Selling store exclusive watches

    HamiltonView on Google Maps

  16. COMMIT GINZA

    shop

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 1-chōme−7−１６ コミット銀座ビル

    Japanese watch shop with great deals, maybe cheaper than the US, Singapore, and Hong Kong

    COMMIT GINZAView on Google Maps

  17. Hozenji Yokocho

    restaurant

    1 Chome-1-17 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan

    Tiny stone lantern alley just off Dotonbori. Moss-covered statue, Edo-period atmosphere, and somehow nobody is there. Go after 7pm when the lanterns are lit.

    Hozenji YokochoView on Google Maps

  18. Giōji Temple

    attraction

    32 Sagatoriimoto Kozakacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8435, Japan

    Located in the Arashiyama area.

    Giōji TempleView on Google Maps

  19. Shitennō-ji

    attraction

    1-chōme-11-18 Shitennōji, Tennoji Ward, Osaka, 543-0051, Japan

    Check the times, entrance fee covered by the Osaka Amazing Pass.

    Shitennō-jiView on Google Maps

  20. Ichibannte

    bar

    Japan, 〒542-0076 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Namba, 1 Chome−2−3 道頓堀赤鬼

    Budget-friendly izakaya, beer ¥199, fried chicken ¥99

    IchibannteView on Google Maps