Fukuoka City Art Museum: Yes, That’s A Real Basquiat

Fukuoka City Art Museum is home to an amazing collection of both modern and ancient art. Basquiat, Dali, Miro and more!

Lafcadio Hearn’s Kumamoto Residence: Home is Where the Bugs Bite

Nestled in downtown Kumamoto city, Lafcadio Hearn's former home offers insight into his complicated life. Plus, free mosquitoes!

Kyu Asakura House: Wood in a Concrete Jungle

Kyu Asakura House is an unlikely residential building with a beautiful strolling garden, nestled in the concrete heart of Shibuya.
There's something for every hiker at Yakushima's Yakusugi Land!

Yakusugi Land: Hiking for All on Yakushima Island

Yakusugi Land offers a breathtaking Yakushima hiking experience for almost any level of fitness.
Yakushima Shiratani Unisuikyo

Shiratani Unsuikyo and Kokemusu Mori: Yakushima’s Magical Moss Valley

Lose yourself in Shiratani Ravine and Kokemusu Moss Forest on Yakushima, the island that inspired Studio Ghibli's Princess Mononoke.

City Strolling: Meandering to Uji Shrine

Uji City isn't exactly 'unknown' - however, this mini-city retains a quiet charm that’s becoming increasingly hard to find in modern Japan.

Manshuin Monzeki: A Tale of Two Temples

Manshuin Monzeki Temple lies hidden in Kyoto's eastern hills, and is almost entirely overlooked by foreign tourists - solitude guaranteed!

Shо̄sei-en: Kyoto’s Secret Garden

Shо̄sei-en is a tranquil, rolling garden which lies hidden in the heart of Kyoto city. A paragon of good design, be sure not to miss it!

Nishi and Higashi Hongan-ji: East Meets West in Central Kyoto

Nishi and Higashi Hongan-ji are neighbour temples, hidden in plain sights in the middle of Kyoto city.

Enryaku-ji Temple: Mt Hiei’s Hidden Wonder

Enryaku-ji is a mountain temple hidden plain sight! Deep in the cedar forests of Mount Hiei, it's a place to enjoy nature and tranquility.

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