12 Imperial Palace Walk Aryani Tahir Tranquility at Tokyo Imperial Palace is best experienced through a slow stroll on a sunny day.
7 Asuka on a Bicycle Allie Tan One of the best ways to explore the small and historical town is by bicycle.
10 Fall Colors at Hashikura Temple Sarah Chaney Hashikura Temple is known for its spectacular fall colors and cherry blossoms, and is considered the head shrine of the 600 Konpira..
11 A Very Special Soba Restaurant Cathy Cawood Watch soba noodles being made as you enjoy your meal at Wahei Soba Restaurant in Kusatsu Onsen Town.
8 Hidden Garden in Harajuku Mandy Bartok Just steps away from the chaos of Harajuku's Takeshita Street is the hidden garden of the Togo Shrine.
15 Kusatsu Onsen's Nostalgic Charm Cathy Cawood Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma Prefecture has more than hot water. It also has loads of old-fashioned charm.
9 Akafuji Wine Cellar in Kawaguchiko Cathy Cawood Sample and buy locally produced Yamanashi wines at Akafuji Wine Cellar in Kawaguchiko.
9 Yakiniku at Daikokuya in Chiba Victoria Vlisides Meat for days: Don't miss out on this yakiniku at Daikokuya