Japan Downtown, Historical + Shopping Pictures

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Experience the energy of one of the world’s largest cities, home to electronics shops and towering skyscrapers, ancient art and pretty cherry blossoms.

Tokyo’s historic “Candy Store Alley” is a great place to find some bargains and sample typically Japanese spices, seafood and dried foods.

Tour the south-central Japanese city that has rebuilt itself after a devastating earthquake. Be charmed by its waterfront attractions and diverse neighborhoods.

Experience a shopper’s paradise and symbol of downtown Osaka as you explore the bustling arcade where brightly colored storefronts display the latest fashion trends.

This Osaka neighborhood, with a name that translates to New World, is a historic entertainment district with cultural, shopping and gastronomic attractions. 

The malls, art museums and temple shrines both above and below ground level combine to keep you and your family entertained for days. 

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.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.

One of Fukuoka’s most famous religious structures is best known for its annual summer festival, but the shrine itself has many wonders.