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 third largest city of Japan, Osaka is located approximately 1 hour by train from Tokyo and may be an interesting place to visit during your trip to Japan.

Asia

Japan

Osaka

Europe

Central America

Africa

North America

South America

Middle East

Oceania

I can't say that my visit to Osaka left me with any lasting memories. It is a big modern city, with no particular charm, but which presents a certain face of Japan that is quite different from the provocative atmosphere of Tokyo and the cultural and spiritual dimension of Kyoto. One or two days there seem quite enough to me.
If there is one thing I will remember about Osaka, it would be the permanent animation of the Dotonbori district, with all its lights, big shopping malls, the many restaurants along the docks and all the amusement arcades, especially those dedicated to the famous game, Pachinko.
Don't miss the panoramic view of Osaka from the top of the Umeda Sky Building.

The third largest city of Japan, Osaka is located approximately 1 hour by train from Tokyo and may be an interesting place to visit <a href="/japan/">during your trip to Japan.</a>

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