Most visitors are thrilled by the sights of modern Japan when they travel by the bullet trains, see sky scrappers and illuminations. Unseen Japan remains unexplored by the millions touring this country as they get lost in the modern day amenities that are offered. Unseen Japan consists of places like Zen gardens, temples and palaces which bring to mind the stories about traditional Japan.

If you are visiting Japan, make it a worthwhile visit by having a look at the historical sites. Visit the city of Kyoto where you can take a glimpse at unseen Japan. This will take you to the past (Classic Zen rock garden at Ryoanji temple, Gions District) full of the memories of Geisha, Katsura Imperial Villa, blended with the architecture and landscaped gardens. These bring back ancient Japan in its true colors.

Some Treasures of unseen Japan:

In the city of Kyoto

• 400 year old Matsumoto Castle
• Kyoto Imperial Palace
• Nijo Castle
• Katsura Imperial Villa (Built in 1600s)
• Ryoanji Temple
• Katsura Imperial Villa
• Saihoji
• Sanjusangendo Hall
• Temple of the Golden Pavilion
• Nikko, Kiyomizu Temple

In other cities of Japan

• Osaka Castle in Osaka
• Himeji Castle in Himeji
• Matsue Castle in Matsue
• Matsuyama Castle in Matsuyama
• Kumamoto Castle in Kumamoto
• Hama Rikyu Garden in Tokyo
• Sankei-en Garden in Yokohama
• Kenrokuen Garden in Kanazawa
• Koko-en in Himeji
• Korakuen Garden in Okayama
• Ritsurin Park in Takamatsu
• Senganen in Kagoshima
• Sensoji Temple in Tokyo
• Meiji Jingu Shrine inTokyo
• Kotokuin Temple in Kamakura
• Hase Kannon Temple in Kamakura
• Todaiji Temple in Nara
• Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine (made in 905AD) in Fukuoka

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