Winter is almost over. Amid the harsh cold of the season, you are probably jotting down some interesting countries to visit for spring in March and leave yourself in awe as the flowers beautifully bloom. But if there’s one country you should include in your spring bucket list, that’s definitely Japan. Are you still pondering about the best cities to visit in Japan in March? We would be very happy to guide you through!
Japan cradles an immense number of cities with fascinating sightseeing spots. The vivid hues of flowers, particularly cherry blossoms, and autumn leaves enable the residents and tourists to come back every once in a while.
As the spring season approaches and takes over the edge of the cold breeze, It’s all nothing BUT clearer skies, warmer temperature, and mesmerizing sights of cherry blossoms.
Apart from the stunning views of nature, Japan is also known for its traditional castles, amusement parks, zoos, ancient temples, and museums that you and your family must take a visit!
If you haven’t listed your itinerary yet, we’ve gathered the 10 best cities to visit in Japan with all the top sightseeing locations that are Instagram-worthy and definitely a must-see!
1TOKYO
Sightseeing Locations:
- Tokyo Disneyland
- Tokyo Skytree
- Sensō-ji
- Tokyo Tower
- Meiji Shrine
- Shinjuku Gyoen
- Ueno Park
- Harajuku
2KYOTO
Sightseeing Locations:
- Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
- Fushimi Inari-taisha
- Kiyomizu-dera
- Kyoto International Manga Museum
- Kinkaku-ji
- Nijō Castle
- Shimogamo Shrine
3KUMAMOTO
Sightseeing Locations:
- Kumamoto Castle
- Kumamoto Zoo and Botanical Gardens
- Kumamoto Prefectural Museum of Art
- Katō Shrine
- Suizenji Ezuko park
4NAGASAKI
Sightseeing Locations:
- Huis Ten Bosch
- Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum
- Twenty-Six Martyrs Museum and Monument
- Nagasaki Bio Park
- Nagasaki National Peace Memorial Hall for the Atomic Bomb Victims
- Nagasaki Penguin Aquarium
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5OSAKA
Sightseeing Locations:
- Universal Studios Japan
- Osaka Castle
- Dōtonbori
- Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
- Tennōji Zoo
- Osaka Science Museum
- Kids Plaza Osaka
6NARA
Sightseeing Locations:
- Tōdai-ji Temple
- Kasuga-taisha Shinto Shrine
- Nara Park
- Kōfuku-ji Temple
- Yakushi-ji Temple
- Tōshōdai-ji
- Nara Dreamland Amusement Park
- Isui-en
7MATSUMOTO
Sightseeing Locations:
- Matsumotoshi Museum
- Kamikōchi Park
- Yohashira Shrine
- Matsumoto City Museum
- Matsumoto Castle
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8HAKONE
Sightseeing Locations:
- Hakone Shrine
- Owakudani
- Hakone Open-air Museum
- Museum of the Little Prince
- Okada Museum
- Pola Museum of Art
9NAGOYA
Sightseeing Locations:
- Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens
- Nagoya Castle
- Nagoya TV Tower
- Ōsu
- Port of Nagoya Public Aquarium
- Atsuta Shrine
- Nagoya City Science Museum
- Noritake Garden
10YOKOHAMA
Sightseeing Locations:
- Yokohama Landmark Tower
- Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise
- Cosmo Clock 21
- Zoorasia
- Nogeyama Zoo
- Cup Noodles Museum
