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

Tokyo Metropolitan Central Wholesale Market

Shiba-Shimbashi

Odaiba

The main island of the Yaeyama archipelago and the perfect place to enjoy the sea and sun during a trip to Japan.

Asia

Japan

Ishigaki

Europe

Central America

Africa

North America

South America

Middle East

Oceania

Like most of the islands of Okinawa, Ishigaki is a great place to enjoy turquoise water for swimming, diving and snorkelling. There are many glass-bottomed boats that offer tours to observe the fish and coral in areas where diving is not permitted. Around the month of April there are many manta rays and most of the island's diving centres offer excursions to go and swim with them.
There are a lot of hiking trails available in the heart of the tropical forest and among the palm trees or mangroves. Renting a kayak can be a good way to discover some parts of the island.
On the island, you will see many shops offering shisas, which are the dog-like lions characteristic of Okinawa, in a variety of sizes, colours and materials. Along with Iriomote, Ishigaki is the only place in Japan where black pearls are produced and several jewellery shops offer very beautiful original pearl or mother-of-pearl creations.

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