Japan

The Land of the Rising Sun

Travel and Photography Guides for Japan

Japans best photo locations

Welcome to your complete guide to discovering Japan’s beautiful scenery, lively cities, and rich cultural history. Japan is a popular vacation destination that keeps drawing people from all over the world. No matter if this is your first time in Japan or you’ve been many times before, our complete travel guide is full of useful information, must-see sights, and expert tips to help you find the best of the country.

Start your trip through Japan’s busy cities, like Tokyo and Osaka, where modern technology meets old customs. Find out what the ancient temples and shrines in Kyoto are hiding, and enjoy the peaceful beauty of Japan’s countryside, from the views of Mount Fuji to the calm shores of Okinawa. Our guide covers everything, from the famous cherry blossom season that people all over the country enjoy to the snow-covered hills of Hokkaido, which offer the best skiing in the world.

Explore with us the unique mix of history and modernity that makes Japan what it is. This guide promises an unforgettable trip through one of the world’s most interesting places, from the brightly lit streets of Tokyo to the classic beauty of Kyoto’s geisha neighborhoods. Get ready to be amazed by Japan’s magic, where every turn brings new surprises and every moment becomes a treasured memory.

Osaka Castle - Gokuraku-Bashi Bridge

Osaka Castle Photography Guide

Osaka Castle is one of the most beautiful places in the area. Around the castle is a large park area. From every direction there is a great view of the castle. A beautiful cherry blossom grove surrounds the castle, so especially during the cherry blossom season in spring is a good time to visit the castle, as the whole park blossoms in a delicate pink color.
The park area is always accessible and free of charge. You can wander around for hours, but you can also visit inside the castle itself. The castle offers a breathtaking view of Osaka’s skyline and its surrounding landscape from a vantage point.
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in Japan / Osaka
Enkouji Temple Garden View. Experience the peace and serenity of Enko-ji Temple - a hidden gem in Kyoto, Japan.

Enkouji Temple Photography Guide

Enkouji Temple is located in the northeast of Kyoto. Especially for photographers this place is fun because of the versatile garden, which is located behind the main building. At any time of the year and day, you can take fantastic pictures here, even when the sun is high during lunchtime, thanks to the tall trees. There is a small bamboo forest, many stone paths, and if you are attentive you will also discover small Buddha statues in the enchanting moss garden.

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in Japan / Kyoto
Kiyomizu-dera in Kyoto during sunset

Kiyomizu-dera Photography Guide

Kiyomizu-dera is a beautiful temple in the city of Kyoto in Japan. It is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one of the most famous and popular sights in Japan. The temple was built in 780 and is an important part of Japanese culture and history. The temple stands on a hill and offers a breathtaking view of the city of Kyoto. The name Kiyomizu-dera translates to “Temple of Pure Water” and refers to the spring that rises in the temple and flows through it. Visitors can drink the clear water from the well as it is said to have healing properties.

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in Japan / Kyoto

Fushimi-Inari Photography Guide

Fushimi-Inari is an incredible shrine in the south of Kyoto. The famous “Senbon Torii” (gates made of red arches) are one of the most famous attractions in Japan and provide photographers with the perfect backdrop to capture beautiful shots. This sacred mountain Inariyama in southern Kyoto is full of colors, wooden architecture and natural landscapes. There are many stunning places to whip out your camera – from the magnificent main shrine to the more than 10,000 torii gates on the hillside.

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in Japan / Kyoto