Japan

A collection of 57 places curated by Zach

Places in this collection

  1. Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station Lounge

    attraction

    Narusawa, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi 401-0320, Japan

    Do nearly the same things as Tokyo without as many tourists. It's cheaper, hotels are so much cheaper. Countryside right there, genuine onsen, Yama, the beach or the ocean. The city itself still has a lot to offer.

    Fuji Subaru Line 5th Station LoungeView on Google Maps

  2. Mt. Koyasan

    attraction

    Tsubonomachi, Nomi, Ishikawa 923-1213, Japan

    A scenic waterfall behind a traditional red pagoda.

    Mt. KoyasanView on Google Maps

  3. ALP (Arupu)

    bar

    8 Chome-7-5 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

    Historic hidden bar run by 81-year-old Mama-san since 1977, classic vinyl records, serves oden and simmered eggplant, specialty is classic Japanese style whiskies, seating charge 2000 yen per person.

    ALP (Arupu)View on Google Maps

  4. プレミアホテル門司港

    accommodation

    9-11 Minatomachi, Moji Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 801-0852, Japan

    The house where Albert Einstein stayed a century ago. You can dine here and see the bed and bathtub he used.

    プレミアホテル門司港View on Google Maps

  5. The Railway Museum

    attraction

    Japan, 〒330-0852 Saitama, Omiya Ward, Onaricho, 3 Chome−４７

    Drive a train

    The Railway MuseumView on Google Maps

  6. Mojiko Retro

    attraction

    Minatomachi, Moji Ward, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka 801-0852, Japan

    A retro port town with historic western architecture, once a major international trading port. It's now a quiet, walking-friendly town welcoming tourists. Famous for banana-themed cafes and statues, and the birthplace of Yaki Curry.

    Mojiko RetroView on Google Maps

  7. Morioka

    other

    Iwate, Japan

    An authentic local city known for three different ramen styles, offering a glimpse into everyday Japanese life.

    MoriokaView on Google Maps

  8. Kawazu Station

    attraction

    Hama, Kawazu, Kamo District, Shizuoka 413-0513, Japan

    Luxurious scenic train connecting Tokyo to the Izu Peninsula, offering ocean views and an onboard dining car

    Kawazu StationView on Google Maps

  9. 門司港駅

    attraction

    北九州市, Japan

    The station from which you can smell Yaki Curry.

    門司港駅View on Google Maps

  10. Kushimoto

    attraction

    Higashimuro District, Wakayama, Japan

    Coastal scenery with rock formations.

    KushimotoView on Google Maps

  11. Danshaku

    restaurant

    3-14 Saiwaimachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0968, Japan

    Steak restaurant that changed the creator's life

    DanshakuView on Google Maps

  12. Kyoto Railway Museum

    attraction

    Kankijicho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8835, Japan

    A highly recommended stop for kids who love trains, featuring ticket purchasing, turnstiles, historic trains, hands-on exhibits, and a lunch area with views of real railroad tracks. The museum was a favorite stop for the children.

    Kyoto Railway MuseumView on Google Maps

  13. Shirasaki Observatory

    attraction

    960-1 Obiki, Yura, Hidaka District, Wakayama 649-1123, Japan

    Coastal area with small cabins and a scenic sky.

    Shirasaki ObservatoryView on Google Maps

  14. Tottori Prefecture

    attraction

    Japan

    Japan's least visited prefecture, get off the beaten path, sand dunes, Pokemon stuff, family friendly destination, cafes, breweries, well preserved towns, ancient hillside temples, radioactive springs

    Tottori PrefectureView on Google Maps

  15. Oita

    attraction

    Oita, Japan

    Mentioned as part of the Kyushu travel route, suggesting it's an uncrowded part of Japan.

    OitaView on Google Maps

  16. Nagasaki

    activity

    Nagasaki, Japan

    Mentioned as part of the Kyushu travel route, suggesting it's an uncrowded part of Japan.

    NagasakiView on Google Maps

  17. Saga

    attraction

    Saga, Japan

    Few tourists were encountered, highlighting its uncrowded nature.

    SagaView on Google Maps

  18. Kagoshima

    attraction

    Kagoshima, Japan

    Few tourists were encountered, highlighting its uncrowded nature.

    KagoshimaView on Google Maps

  19. Kumamoto

    other

    Kumamoto, Japan

    Mentioned as part of the Kyushu travel route, suggesting it's an uncrowded part of Japan.

    KumamotoView on Google Maps

  20. Kibune River

    attraction

    Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan

    Unique dining experience above a flowing river in Kibune, a special experience in Kyoto.

    Kibune RiverView on Google Maps