Must-visit checklist for Honshu, Japan!

“Does making a wish under Tokyo Tower really come true?” Just finished my Honshu trip, and today I’m sharing my personal hidden gems with you all. Follow this guide and you definitely won’t go wrong~

🗼【Tokyo Edition】A clash of modern and tradition
1️⃣ Senso-ji Temple Fortune Telling + Kimono Experience
Recommended because: Tokyo’s oldest temple, wearing a kimono and taking photos in front of Kaminarimon Gate feels amazing!
Tips: There are many kimono rental shops nearby; booking in advance lets you pick prettier styles~
2️⃣ Shibuya Crossing + Hachiko Statue
Thrilling experience: Stand at the world’s busiest intersection and feel the bustling Tokyo rhythm!
Hidden gem: The Scramble Square rooftop observatory at dusk offers stunning night views!

🏯【Kyoto Edition】A journey through a thousand years of Japanese style
1️⃣ Fushimi Inari Taisha · Thousand Torii Gates
Must-visit: The endless red torii gate tunnel winding up the mountain, every snapshot looks like a masterpiece!
Secret route: Most people only go halfway up the mountain; persevere to the summit to see a breathtaking, crowd-free view⛩️

2️⃣ Arashiyama Bamboo Grove + Hozugawa River Boat Ride
Best seasons: Cherry blossoms in spring, autumn leaves in fall, each season offers a unique charm
Off-the-beaten-path: Ride the Sagano Scenic Railway, the scenery along the way looks just like scenes from “Spirited Away”!

🎡【Osaka Edition】A paradise for foodies and shoppers
1️⃣ Dotonbori Food Crawl
🍢 Takoyaki, fugu dishes, kushikatsu... best to go on an empty stomach!
💡 Instagram spot: Hold your food in front of the Glico billboard for the perfect shot
2️⃣ Universal Studios Nintendo World
🎮 The Super Mario area perfectly recreates the game scenes, with interactive wristbands for full immersion!
⚠️ Buy express passes in advance, or you’ll be waiting in line for two hours or more...

💡【Pre-trip Must-Know Tips】
✅ Transportation: JR Pass saves you a lot💰 (but be sure to plan your itinerary ahead)
✅ Internet: Renting portable WiFi is more cost-effective than buying a SIM card
✅ Payment: Many small shops only accept cash, so bring enough yen!

“Which place do you want to visit the most? Tell me in the comments below~👇
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