Japan Art + Gardens & parks pictures

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This large city on Japan’s northernmost island has a medley of architectural styles, spectacular nature and some of the freshest seafood in the country.

Visit the biggest aquarium on the island and immerse yourself in the enthralling history of Okinawa at this huge coastal park.

Look for the brightly colored origami cranes around this memorial and then discover the story of tragedy and hope behind this monument to the child victims of the atomic bomb.

Spend a day spotting artworks and strolling along the gentle hills and lush lawns at this peaceful garden gallery on a scenic railway route.

Visit the biggest aquarium on the island and immerse yourself in the enthralling history of Okinawa at this huge coastal park.

Escape the busy city streets and immerse yourself in this garden of lush woodlands and oriental architecture. 

Escape the busy city streets and immerse yourself in this garden of lush woodlands and oriental architecture. 

Escape the busy city streets and immerse yourself in this garden of lush woodlands and oriental architecture. 

Wander around the enchanting gardens of this temple and check out traditional Buddhist structures on Mount Misen, the holy mountain of Miyajima.

Wander around the enchanting gardens of this temple and check out traditional Buddhist structures on Mount Misen, the holy mountain of Miyajima.

Escape the busy city streets and immerse yourself in this garden of lush woodlands and oriental architecture. 

See an extensive collection of artworks by famous European modern masters and Japanese painters working in the Western style at this charming museum.

More than any other site, this shrine is celebrated for the unrivaled autumnal colors of the trees surrounding the spiritual Zen haven.

Spend a day spotting artworks and strolling along the gentle hills and lush lawns at this peaceful garden gallery on a scenic railway route.

Look for the brightly colored origami cranes around this memorial and then discover the story of tragedy and hope behind this monument to the child victims of the atomic bomb.

An important shrine for patriotic locals and curious tourists alike, this site has charming buildings and natural gardens that celebrate Kyoto’s fusion of past and present.

One of Japan’s most impressive museums is located within the confines of this colossal stone castle.

Escape the busy city streets and immerse yourself in this garden of lush woodlands and oriental architecture. 

Visit the biggest aquarium on the island and immerse yourself in the enthralling history of Okinawa at this huge coastal park.

One of Japan’s most impressive museums is located within the confines of this colossal stone castle.

Wander around the enchanting gardens of this temple and check out traditional Buddhist structures on Mount Misen, the holy mountain of Miyajima.