Top rated Historic sites in Japan

Experience the best that Japan has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 72 places from Historic site category.

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Katsura Imperial Villa
Historical place
The grounds of this 17th-century imperial villa feature a scenic classical garden with teahouses.
4.50 (1.8K reviews)
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Osaka Castle
Castle
Revered castle dating to 1597 & since rebuilt, featuring gardens & a museum with varied exhibits.
4.40 (67.2K reviews)
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Kumamoto Castle
Castle
This reconstructed castle, originally completed in 1607, sits atop a hill & houses a history museum.
4.40 (17.1K reviews)
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Matsuyama-jō Castle
Castle
Accessed by chairlift, cable car or foot, this restored 17th-century castle is surrounded by a park.
4.40 (12.6K reviews)
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Goryōkaku
Historical place
Park with cherry trees in a late-Edo period, 5-pointed star-shaped fortress with a moat.
4.40 (9K reviews)
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Nara Hotel
Hotel
Refined rooms & suites in a formal lodging offering a tea lounge, a bar & a French restaurant.
$95/night
4.40 (3.5K reviews)
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Keage Incline
Historical place
Former railway track known for clusters of picturesque cherry blossoms lining a 582-meter slope.
4.40 (2.5K reviews)
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Nakagusuku Castle Ruins
Historical place
Restored castle wall ruins dating from the 14th century & located on a wide limestone plateau.
4.40 (2.4K reviews)
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Oka Castle Ruins
Castle
Panoramic views of the mountains from the remains of this castle, popular during cherry blossom.
4.40 (1.5K reviews)
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Hikone Castle
Castle
Historic 17th-century castle featuring a scenic garden, on-site museum & public tours.
4.30 (16.4K reviews)
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Matsue-jō Castle
Castle
Five tiered castle built by Horio Yoshiharu & one of Japan's few remaining original feudal castles.
4.30 (12.6K reviews)
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Meiji Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue
Tourist attraction
City park known for its vibrant fall colors, sports facilities, softball stadium & tennis courts.
4.30 (6.8K reviews)
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Zakimi Castle Ruins
Historical place
Built 1416–1422, the ruins of this castle & partially restored walls offer a visitor center & views.
4.30 (3K reviews)
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Tayasumon Gate
Historical place
Landmark gate with intricate wood designs, leading to a small castle from the Edo period.
4.30 (227 reviews)
町家物語館 (旧川本家住宅) image
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町家物語館 (旧川本家住宅)
Local history museum
4.30 (177 reviews)
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Tomori Stone Lion
Historical landmark
👍 This is the oldest Shisa, lion dog, statue on the island. A famous picture in WWII shows the 7th Infantry looking down the village of Tomori. Hence the name Tomori Lion.
4.30 (124 reviews)
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Site of Nagao Castle
Historical place
👍 地元の方が作りあげた観光名所です。管理棟やトイレ、展望テラスやブランコなども全て手作りとのことです。季節によって花も植えているとのことです。地元の方の善意によって運営されていますので良ければ募金もおねがいします。肝心の景色ですが是非行って見て下さい。
4.30 (100 reviews)
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Matsukura Castle
Castle
👍👍 姉小路秀綱(三木秀綱)とその夫人の最期にまつわる伝説が信州の安曇エリアのあちこちに残されています。その伝説に興味があり、2人の足跡を追って高山まで訪れました。 松倉シンボル広場に車を停め、クマにビビりながら山道を上がっていきましたが、まるで登山道のような雰囲気。息を切らしながら10分弱登っていったとこ...
4.30 (86 reviews)
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Nagoya Castle
Castle
This restored castle originally completed in 1612 features artifacts & exhibits on the Edo Period.
4.20 (34.2K reviews)
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Kairakuen
Garden
First landscaped in 1842, a 32-acre park known for its plum varieties, bamboo forest & monuments.
4.20 (9.5K reviews)
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