Japan

A collection of 39 places curated by Emily Ronan

Places in this collection

  1. すさみ海中郵便ポスト

    activity

    Susami, Nishimuro District, Wakayama 649-2621, Japan

    The world's deepest postbox in active use, located 10 meters underwater. It's a regular Japanese postbox bolted to the seabed and officially certified by Japan Post. Around 1,500 letters are mailed annually from here.

    すさみ海中郵便ポストView on Google Maps

  2. glänta Kyoto Sanjo Kawaramachi

    shop

    Japan, 〒604-8004 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Nakajimachō, 三条通河原町 東入中島町87番地 1F

    Activity to make custom rings by choosing the material (gold, silver), thickness, design, and engraving 'Japan 26' inside.

    glänta Kyoto Sanjo KawaramachiView on Google Maps

  3. Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

    attraction

    Sagaogurayama Tabuchiyamacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8394, Japan

    Skip Arashiyama Park and go to Kyoto City Bamboo Park instead. You'll get to take as many pictures as you want with no one in them.

    Arashiyama Bamboo ForestView on Google Maps

  4. Otago Nenbutsuji Temple

    attraction

    2-5 Sagatoriimoto Fukatanichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8439, Japan

    Peaceful temple with unique statues.

    Otago Nenbutsuji TempleView on Google Maps

  5. Lawson

    shop

    Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 3 Chome−8−1 銀座ＮＭビル 1F

    Get a personalized newspaper headline from The Japan Times from your birthday for 500 yen as a souvenir.

    LawsonView on Google Maps

  6. Don Quijote Dotonbori

    attraction

    7-13 Souemoncho, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0084, Japan

    Overstimulating discount store with a Ferris wheel, popular for cosmetics, souvenirs, and snacks

    Don Quijote DotonboriView on Google Maps

  7. Chao Chao Gyoza - Sanjo Kiyamachi

    restaurant

    117番地 Ishiyachō, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8002, Japan

    Popular gyoza restaurant, skip the queue by ordering takeaway.

    Chao Chao Gyoza - Sanjo KiyamachiView on Google Maps

  8. Jōjakkōji Temple

    attraction

    Japan, 〒616-8397 Kyoto, Ukyo Ward, Sagaogurayama Oguracho, ３−3 常寂光寺

    Quieter bamboo forest located at this temple. Last bus back from this area is just after 5 PM.

    Jōjakkōji TempleView on Google Maps

  9. Kimono Tea Ceremony

    activity

    67-23 Shimogamo Matsunokicho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-0816, Japan

    Experience wearing kimonos, getting hair styled, learning to make traditional matcha, and participating in a tea ceremony.

    View on Google Maps

  10. Izu Panorama Park

    attraction

    Japan, 〒410-2211 Shizuoka, Izunokuni, Nagaoka, 260-1 山麓駅 1F

    Go to Izu Panorama Park for incredible views and vibes with Mount Fuji in the backdrop. Soak in Mount Fuji from here.

    Izu Panorama ParkView on Google Maps

  11. KANEKO GANKYO-TEN Ginza Branch

    shop

    6 Chome-8-4 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

    Shop where you can customize glasses with charms

    KANEKO GANKYO-TEN Ginza BranchView on Google Maps

  12. Iyoshi Cola

    cafe

    Japan, 〒150-0001 Tokyo, Shibuya, Jingūmae, 5-chōme−29−１２ 武居ビル

    Craft cola brewed with over 10 different spices and citrus fruits, including cola nuts. Fire glazed using a method inspired by Kampo medicine. Offers a 'dreamy cola' and a 'milk cola' flavor.

    Iyoshi ColaView on Google Maps

  13. Shinjuku Golden-Gai

    bar

    Japan, 〒160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukichō, 1-chōme−1−６ あかるい花園 五番街

    A narrow alleyway filled with small bars and restaurants, particularly lively at night.

    Shinjuku Golden-GaiView on Google Maps

  14. Kitamura Camera

    shop

    Japan, 〒542-0076 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Namba, 5 Chome−1−60 なんばＣＩＴＹ南館 Ｂ1Ｆ

    A camera shop offering disposable cameras at a decent price, with same-day film development service. The film can be developed in three hours, providing negatives and a QR code for digital download.

    Kitamura CameraView on Google Maps

  15. JAPAN POST Tokyo Opera City

    other

    3 Chome-20-2 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 163-1401, Japan

    Search on Google Maps and head to the closest one to you for shipping parcels from Japan.

    JAPAN POST Tokyo Opera CityView on Google Maps

  16. Matsunoo-taisha (Matsuo-taisha) Shrine

    attraction

    Japan, 〒616-0024 Kyoto, Nishikyo Ward, Arashiyama Miyamachi, ３

    Go to Matsunoo Taisha Shrine and enjoy the entire place to yourself. It's just as breathtaking.

    Matsunoo-taisha (Matsuo-taisha) ShrineView on Google Maps

  17. Horaido Tea Stall

    shop

    Japan, 〒604-8043 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Higashidaimonjicho, 295

    Matcha and tea shop open since the 1700s, high quality matcha

    Horaido Tea StallView on Google Maps

  18. Kyoto

    other

    Kyoto, Japan

    Magical city with many activities, including kimono and tea ceremonies, Nishiki Market, and custom ring making.

    KyotoView on Google Maps

  19. Sensō-ji

    attraction

    2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

    Visit popular temples like Senso-ji Temple at night when it’s lit up instead and avoid busy daytime crowds. It's so much more serene and gives off an entirely different vibe with almost no one around.

    Sensō-jiView on Google Maps

  20. Fushimi Inari Taisha

    attraction

    68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan

    A small shop along the path of Fushimi Inari gates where you can purchase a mini gate souvenir for 2,000 yen. A lady handwrites your name, country, date, and a prayer/wish, then purifies and blesses it.

    Fushimi Inari TaishaView on Google Maps