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Author: Alyse

Text and photos provided by Alyse from The Invisible Tourist, a Japan-loving travel blogger and author who has embraced “invisible” tourism for over a decade across five continents. Her blog explores the benefits of “blending in” to enrich travel experiences and create meaningful connections with locals.
A view of snow-capped Mount Fuji across Lake Kawaguchiko, with a small plane above the lake.

Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration

Mount Fuji and numerous natural and religious sites related to its spiritual importance.

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The Torii gate stands on two massive poles, each with two smaller poles flanking it. A lower, straight crosspiece near the top, and along the very top, a crosspiece that is slightly curved upward at each end. The whole thing is painted reddish-orange. It stands in a flat field, with a wooded hill behind.

Itsukushima Shinto Shrine

A well-preserved shrine dating to the 12th century and harmonizing beautifully with the surrounding landscape.

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A bright yellow temple with curving roofs on each story, standing on the shore of a lake.

Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, Uji and Otsu

A set of 17 sites comprising culturally-significant religious architecture and landscaped gardens.

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