Hiroshima and the neighbouring island of Miyajima are both world famous but for very different reasons: one for the atomic bomb and its atrocities, and the other for its peaceful shrine amid the waves. 

Hiroshima and its region: between shrine and memorial

Nature has always played an important role in Japanese culture, and the tradition survives with the celebration of the arrival of spring by observing the cherry blossoms. Here is some advice about this festival, the hanami, and the best places to observe the trees in full blossom.

Go to see the cherry trees in Tokyo

Hokkaido is a hiker's paradise, thanks to its majestic, wild mountainous landscapes.
 Its national parks provide stunning views as well as a wealth of plant and animal life.
 Some are very isolated and difficult to access, but offer, nonetheless, a great sense of freedom.

Hiking in the stunning countryside of Hokkaido


Japan has numerous hidden treasures. Here are my top 10 most beautiful places to visit, but also the most interesting.

Top 10 places to visit in Japan

Tokyo

Shinjuku

Kyoto

Kanazawa

The Roppongi is known as THE district for expatriates in Tokyo -  at least, for the well-heeled among them. Quiet and peaceful during the day, it is especially frequented for its night life!

Asia

Japan

Roppongi

Europe

Central America

Africa

North America

South America

Middle East

Oceania

It is at the top of Tokyo Tower in the Roppongi district that I fell in love with the Japanese capital. Inspired by the Eiffel Tower, its silhouette undeniably lends colour to the city's skyline. The glass floor of the main observatory, about 150 metres high, gives you the dizzying impression of walking in thin air. But the view is breathtaking. I loved it and didn't hesitate one second to pay an extra fee to go up to the second observatory, 100 metres above. From up there I watched the sunset and the night cover the city little by little. <a href="/japan/holidays/places/4480-tokyo/">There is some magical about watching Tokyo light up</a>! If Tokyo Tower gets (almost) all the attention, there is another curiosity worth a visit in Roppongi: Maman, a work representing a gigantic spider by the visual artist, Louise Bourgeois.

Roppongi Vacations

Roppongi: How to get there?

Roppongi: When to go?

Roppongi: For how long?

Roppongi: What to see in the surroundings?

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