Japan

A collection of 148 places curated by Ruby Brown

Places in this collection

  1. Tetsugaku No Michi

    attraction

    Tetsugaku No Michi, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan

    A scenic walkway that leads to Nanzen-ji temple.

    Tetsugaku No MichiView on Google Maps

  2. Kochi

    attraction

    Kochi, Japan

    Beautiful shrine in Yamanashi

    KochiView on Google Maps

  3. Mayo-Terrace

    activity

    Japan, 〒182-0002 Tokyo, Chofu, Sengawacho, 2 Chome−５−7

    The location of the free Kewpie Mayo tour, which includes a taste test, history, activities, and a gift shop.

    Mayo-TerraceView on Google Maps

  4. Amanohashidate

    attraction

    Monju, Miyazu, Kyoto 626-0001, Japan

    Scenic sandbar in Miyazu Bay, considered one of Japan's three most scenic views.

    AmanohashidateView on Google Maps

  5. Hill of the Buddha

    attraction

    2 Takino, Minami Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 005-0862, Japan

    Beautiful plateau in Kochi and Ehime

    Hill of the BuddhaView on Google Maps

  6. Gyukatsu Motomura

    restaurant

    407-1 Sakuranocho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8035, Japan

    A chain restaurant worth trying, recommended not to wait until the end of the trip.

    Gyukatsu MotomuraView on Google Maps

  7. 赤目四十八滝

    attraction

    Magome, Nakatsugawa, Gifu 508-0502, Japan

    Matcha capital of the world, matcha has been part of the culture for over 1,000 years

    赤目四十八滝View on Google Maps

  8. Music Box Shop Saga Store

    shop

    55-11 Katsurachiyoharacho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto, 615-8085, Japan

    Hidden little shop lets you hand make your own music box while hanging out in their gorgeous space.

    View on Google Maps

  9. Amagiso

    other

    359 Nashimoto, Kawazu, Kamo District, Shizuoka 413-0501, Japan

    Unique hot springs that are part of the Amagiso Resort property, located at the bottom of the last waterfall. Day passes are available.

    AmagisoView on Google Maps

  10. Matsubaya Kahachi Honten

    shop

    Japan, 〒600-8150 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Kamijuzuyacho, 通東洞院西入

    Stop here for a delicious bowl of udon for lunch.

    Matsubaya Kahachi HontenView on Google Maps

  11. Katsuoji

    attraction

    2914-1 Aomatani, Minoh, Osaka 562-8508, Japan

    This mountain temple is covered in thousands of red daruma dolls. Visitors can create a 6-stamp postcard souvenir by stamping their ticket at 6 different stations around the temple.

    KatsuojiView on Google Maps

  12. Kamakura

    other

    Kanagawa, Japan

    The main destination for a day trip from Tokyo.

    KamakuraView on Google Maps

  13. Shibuya Sky

    attraction

    Japan, 〒150-6145 Tokyo, Shibuya, 2-chōme−24−１２ スクランブルスクエア 14階・45階 46階・屋上

    Great 360 views of tokyo, but found it overrated. Even with a reservation, you wait in a line to get to the deck, then there are lines in every corner to take photos. If you're looking for a photo op instead of an experience, you'd like it!

    Shibuya SkyView on Google Maps

  14. NUIR

    shop

    Japan, 〒150-0042 Tokyo, Shibuya, Udagawachō, 3−５ 5階

    Secondhand designer bags

    NUIRView on Google Maps

  15. Kyoto Wagyu Yonkatsu

    restaurant

    Japan, 〒604-8005 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Ebisucho, 435-4 和牛館三条 2F/3F

    A highly-rated wagyu dish with a 'criminal' price, located in Kyoto.

    Kyoto Wagyu YonkatsuView on Google Maps

  16. Ourlog Coffee Roasters

    cafe

    Japan, 〒531-0074 Osaka, Kita Ward, Honjōhigashi, 1-chōme−24−７ ＰＲＥＳＳＭＡＮ ＩＮＣ．

    Coffee, matcha and cinnamon scrolls, double shot is mandatory.

    Ourlog Coffee RoastersView on Google Maps

  17. Shirakoma-so Inn

    attraction

    Koumi, Minamisaku District, Nagano 384-1104, Japan

    Beautiful mountain in Kumamoto

    Shirakoma-so InnView on Google Maps

  18. SOYO CAFE

    cafe

    2 Chome-2-5 Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0002

    A cafe where the creator was the only customer, suggesting good food and presentation.

    SOYO CAFEView on Google Maps

  19. Kama-Asa

    shop

    2 Chome-24-1 Matsugaya, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0036, Japan

    Professional-grade stainless steel Gyuto chef’s knife for ~$180, staff helps you select a blade based on your actual cooking habits, less touristy than other shops

    Kama-AsaView on Google Maps

  20. Shiroyaki

    other

    Japan, 〒111-0034 Tokyo, Taito City, Kaminarimon, 2 Chome−18−15 丸屋ビル １Ｆ

    Salty fish dish, enjoyed at a festival.

    ShiroyakiView on Google Maps