Japan Art, Bird, Castles & palaces, Flowers, Gardens & parks, Historical, Island & reefs + Water sports pictures

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Old meets new in Japan’s third-largest city that features peaceful gardens, ancient temples, towering high-rises, cutting-edge fashion and family fun.

One of the world’s largest and most cutting-edge cities is at the heart of this region that’s blessed with sacred shrines, gorgeous coastlines and lush mountain landscapes. 

Seeing this garden in a picture may seem like a photo effect, but it isn’t a trick. Nature, with some human help, has created a unique place that must be seen.  

Imperial, political and religious landmarks, peaceful gardens, superb art exhibitions, live music venues and theaters beckon visitors to Tokyo’s central district. 

Futuristic architecture, sandy beaches, hot springs and eclectic attractions, such as a replica Statue of Liberty, await on this man-made island in Tokyo Bay.

The magnificence of this mountain arouses awe, inspiration and even worship. Explore this amazing natural phenomenon up close or from afar. 

This park is the green heart of central Osaka, complete with expansive lawns, charming rose archways, Japanese heritage sites and peaceful ponds.

This 17th-century castle complex was once a seat of unfathomable power and wealth.

This park is the green heart of central Osaka, complete with expansive lawns, charming rose archways, Japanese heritage sites and peaceful ponds.

This park is the green heart of central Osaka, complete with expansive lawns, charming rose archways, Japanese heritage sites and peaceful ponds.

Visiting the Arashiyama Monkey Park is a unique opportunity to see wild Japanese macaques swinging through the trees.

Experience the sheer tranquillity of the beautiful temples, and discover some of the greatest ancient treasures in Japan.

See African big cats roam a re-created savannah, Asian monkeys in trees and elephants at play in this informative and historic zoo in the centre of Osaka.

Find a quiet place of reflection and tranquility at this historic Buddhist temple, which has traditional pagodas and a garden filled with turtles.

Visiting the Arashiyama Monkey Park is a unique opportunity to see wild Japanese macaques swinging through the trees.