What are you planning for this Christmas and new year vacation?
If you're considering traveling abroad, I strongly recommend you to add Japan to the list of distinations.
The number of tourists from the Philippines to Japan is increasing every year, with an estimated 613,114 as of 2019.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic by 2020, there was a period when the borders of each country were closed.
However, with the reopening in 2022, many foreigners are visiting Japan.
So this time, I would like to introduce the top 10 sightseeing spots in Japan.
Mount Fuji
Mt.Fuji has finally become a world heritage site and has become a mountain that represents Japan both in name and reality. Of course, it is world-famous, and it is said that the golden route for foreign visitors to Japan is to go from Tokyo to Kyoto via Mt. Fuji.
Address:
Shizuoka/Yamanashi
Roppongi Hills (Tokyo)
Roppongi is one of Tokyo's most popular places for foreigners. In recent years, there are many museums, and it is also popular as a city of culture. There are also many fashionable shops, and Roppongi is often used when you want to go to something a little richer. Roppongi Hills is the landmark of Roppongi. The night view from the observatory is also spectacular.
Address:
Roppongi Hills, 6-11-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Kiyomizu Temple (Kyoto)
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Kiyomizu-dera is a temple that has been popular in Japan for a long time, as the saying goes, "Jump off the stage of Kiyomizu." It is popular for its tasteful structure that is not too flashy. This is a spot you want to visit when you visit Kyoto.
Address:
Kiyomizu Temple, 1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Todaiji Temple (Nara)
The most famous one in Nara, which is registered as a World Heritage Site, is the Great Buddha of Todaiji Temple. The enormous 15-meter-tall Vairocana Buddha is a must-see tourist spot when you go to Nara, along with the Daibutsu-den where the Great Buddha fits completely.
Address:
406-1 Zoshicho, Nara City, Nara Prefecture
Kinkakuji (Kyoto)
Kinkakuji is a temple in Kyoto that no Japanese person knows. This temple, which shines golden even from a distance, is famous not only in Japan but also around the world. Kinkakuji reflected in the pond is a must-see.
Address:
Kinkakuji Temple, 1 Kinkakuji-cho, Kita Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Matsumoto Castle (Nagano)
Matsumoto Castle was built during the Eisho era of the Warring States period in 1504, and is the oldest castle in Japan among the existing five castle towers. The contrast of black and white is reflected in the mountains of the Alps and it is a splendid scenery.
Address:
4-1 Marunouchi, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture
Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan has the theme of movies and characters that are loved all over the world and are extremely popular with tourists from Japan and abroad.
The park is made up of 9 different areas, where everyone from children to adults can enjoy, such as powerful attractions, rides full of surprises and emotions that can only be experienced in Japan, and popular character shows.
Address:
Konohana Ward, Osaka City
Tokyo Disney Sea (Tokyo)
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Among the land of dreams, "Tokyo DisneySea", which has the theme of the sea, ranked in. Needless to say, it is a popular spot among Japanese people. Compared to Disneyland, it has a slightly more mature atmosphere and an elegant cityscape.
Address:
1-13 Maihama, Urayasu City, Chiba Prefecture
Miyajima (Hiroshima)
It is a place where you can see a fantastic view of a torii floating on the water. Of course, it is also registered as a World Heritage Site and is popular all over the world.
Address:
Miyajima, Miyajima Town, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
Sensoji Temple (Tokyo)
It seems that many foreigners think of this place when they say "Tokyo". The impact of the "Kaminarimon" signboard can be felt not only in Japan but also in the world. We also recommend renting a kimono and sightseeing around Asakusa.
Address:
Sensoji Temple, 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Summary
The number of tourists from the Philippines to Japan is increasing every year.
This time, we have collected famous sightseeing spots that every Japanese person knows or has visited.
How about planning a trip to Japan for this year's vacation?