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A seasoned traveler shares her top recommendations for places to revisit in Japan, alongside spots she'd skip, offering tips for avoiding crowds and finding hidden gems.

9 places · 3 experiences

Experience · 1 place
Rowing through Takachiho Gorge
Go early in the morning to Takachiho Gorge and reserve the row boats ahead of time to experience the unreal turquoise water and dramatic cliffs up close. Even if you don't get a boat, the walking path is absolutely worth it for the peaceful views. This place doesn't feel real and is 100% worth the detour.
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Takachiho Gorge
Scenic spot · Takachiho
4.5Closed · opens Thursday 8:30 AM
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A stunning gorge with unreal turquoise water and dramatic cliffs, offering a peaceful escape. It's not a tourist trap and is 100% worth the detour. Go early in the morning and reserve row boats ahead of time.
Takachiho Gorge, Mukoyama, Takachiho, Nishiusuki District, Miyazaki 882-1103, Japan
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Dotonbori
Tourist attraction · Osaka
4.4 (244,313)Closed
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An insanely crowded entertainment district in Osaka, especially at night, with food that is very tourist-geared. It's fun once for first-timers, but if you've already been, you're not missing much. For better food, walk 5-10 minutes away from the main strip.
Dotonbori, 1 Chome Dotonbori, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0071
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Etajima Island
Island · Etajima
3.9 (39)
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A hidden gem island with quiet vibes, zero crowds, and pure peace, offering a nice change of pace and coastal views. It's only a short ferry ride from Hiroshima. Plan this as a slow day and bring snacks as food options are limited.
Edajima Island, Etajimacho, Etajima, Hiroshima 737-2100, Japan
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Etajimasou
Hotel · Etajima
4.2 (378)
Etajima-so, 4718 Nomicho Nakamachi, Etajima, Hiroshima 737-2301, Japan
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Fushimi Inari Shrine
Shinto shrine · Kyoto
4.6 (90,859)Closed
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An iconic shrine in Kyoto known for its thousands of vermilion torii gates, but it's wildly overcrowded most of the day, leading to fighting for photos. To avoid the wall-to-wall people, go before 7 AM or after sunset, and hike past the first few gates to escape the crowds.
Fushimi Inari Taisha, 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan
Experience · 1 place
Breakfast at Tsukiji Outer Market
Tsukiji Outer Market is a non-negotiable for me, a perfect breakfast or brunch stop. My go-to tuna bowl spot, Maguroya Kurogin, has been a tradition for years. Go early morning for the best quality and fewer crowds, bring cash, and actually sit down to eat instead of just walking around.
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Tsukiji Outer Market
Wholesale market · Chuo City
4.2 (56,127)Open now
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A non-negotiable market stop in Tokyo, perfect for breakfast or brunch, known for its fresh seafood. Go early morning for the best quality and fewer crowds, bring cash, and sit down to eat.
Fish Market Tsukiji Outer Market, および６丁目一部 4 Chome Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0045, Japan
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Maguroya Kurogin
Seafood restaurant · Chuo City
4.5 (969)Closed · opens tomorrow 8 AM
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A specific tuna bowl spot within Tsukiji Outer Market that the creator has made a tradition for years.
Maguroya Kurogin, 4 Chome-10-12 Tsukiji, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0045, Japan
- Tuna bowl — My go-to tuna bowl spot at Tsukiji Outer Market, a tradition for years. It's a perfect breakfast or brunch option.
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Experience · 1 place
Exploring Miyajima Island
Miyajima Island is one of the most magical places in Japan, combining ocean, mountains, shrines, and deer all in one. Come as a day trip from Hiroshima. Check tide times for the iconic torii gate, and make sure to explore beyond the main shrine. Expect deer everywhere!
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Miyajima Island
Island · Hatsukaichi
4.7 (2,889)
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One of the most magical places in Japan, offering ocean views, mountains, shrines, and deer all in one. It's recommended as a day trip from Hiroshima. Check tide times for the torii gate and explore beyond the main shrine. Expect deer everywhere.
Itsukushima, Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0588, Japan
Roaming deer — Expect deer everywhere on Miyajima Island, adding to its magical atmosphere.