The astonishing sights of Japan

One of the most iconic things in Japan. Mount Fuji,  Located 100km or about 62 miles southwest of Tokyo, Japan.

One of the most iconic things in Japan. Mount Fuji, Located 100km or about 62 miles southwest of Tokyo, Japan.

Kenny Xu, Reporter

Japan is a very historic yet modern place. Japan has been around for centuries, and it remains as a beautiful place. The following showcases some of many beautiful sights in Japan.

Kiyomizu-dera in Kyoto, Japan. The Kiyomizu-dera is a very iconic location in Kyoto. One of 17 Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto which are World Heritage Sites.
Kinkakuji located in Kyoto, Japan. It is one of 17 locations making up Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, which are World Heritage Sites.
A part of Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. This is also known as Thousand Gate Corridor located in Kyoto.
A large amount of fox statues in Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.
Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine located in Kyoto, Japan. This shrine is the head shrine of the god Inari. The shrine is said to have 32,000 sub-shrines throughout Japan.
Shimogamo Shrine located in Kyoto, Japan. It is one of the oldest shrines in Japan. It is also 1 of the 17 Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, which are World Heritage Sites.
Nijō Castle located in Kyoto, Japan. It is also one 17 Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, which have been designated as a World Heritage Site.
Tō-ji temple. It is located in Kyoto, Japan. Tō-ji temple dates back 796.
Tokyo Skytree located in Tokyo, Japan. It is one of the tallest buildings in the world.
Tokyo Tower located in Tokyo, Japan. It is the second largest building in Japan.
Shinjuku Gyoen, It is a large park and garden. It located in Tokyo, Japan. It is now a national park under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of the Enviroment in Japan.
Asakusa Shrine located in Tokyo, Japan in the Asakusa ward. One of the shrines in the Asakusa ward and is one of the most famous shrines in the city.
Osaka Castle located in Osaka, Japan. It is one of Japan’s most famous landmarks.
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan located in Osaka, Japan. This aquarium is one of the world’s largest public aquariums.

These are just some of the sights of Japan. There are many more sights like Tokyo Disneyland and Universal Studios in Japan as well.