Pictures of Japan

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Experience “the Land of the Rising Sun,” where tradition meets modernity. The skyline features high-rise buildings, ancient temples and snow-capped mountains.

Known as the smallest castle in Japan, this tiny fortress near the sea is part of a unique layout labeled the Sandwich Castle Town.

Some of the city’s and region’s most influential artists, going far back into history, provide a sense of Okayama through artists’ eyes.

At one time Christianity experienced a difficult period in this nation. Learn about how it went underground to resurface later as a strong religion.

Some of the city’s and region’s most influential artists, going far back into history, provide a sense of Okayama through artists’ eyes.

At one time Christianity experienced a difficult period in this nation. Learn about how it went underground to resurface later as a strong religion.

Mind-bending optical illusions offer opportunities for photos, special events and good fun on rainy days right off Yufuin’s main tourist street.

At one time Christianity experienced a difficult period in this nation. Learn about how it went underground to resurface later as a strong religion.

Take an exciting ride on Japan’s first wooden roller coaster and other traditional fairground rides at a theme park set in the foothills of Mount Tsurumi. 

At one time Christianity experienced a difficult period in this nation. Learn about how it went underground to resurface later as a strong religion.

At one time Christianity experienced a difficult period in this nation. Learn about how it went underground to resurface later as a strong religion.

At one time Christianity experienced a difficult period in this nation. Learn about how it went underground to resurface later as a strong religion.

About three centuries after people were killed for their religious beliefs, this church was built to honor them. Visit Japan’s oldest church of its type.