Jomon Prehistoric Sites in Northern Japan
17 archeological sites from a 10,0000-year-old hunter-fisher-gatherer society.
Shiretoko
A Hokkaido peninsula of untamed natural beauty with a unique ecosystem due to the seasonal sea ice nearby.
Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range
A collection of spiritually and culturally important pilgrimage sites that blend Buddhist and Shinto traditions in a natural environment.
Amami-Oshima Island, Tokunoshima Island, Northern part of Okinawa Island, and Iriomote Island
Four islands with subtropical rainforests that support a range of endemic species.
Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine and its Cultural Landscape
Remains of a silver mining community that operated for centuries, important in international trade.
Buddhist Monuments in the Horyu-ji Area
Two early temple complexes that include the oldest wooden structures in the world.
Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama
Mountain villages with unique traditional farmhouses where silkworms were cultivated.
Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration
Mount Fuji and numerous natural and religious sites related to its spiritual importance.
Shrines and Temples of Nikko
A complex of ornate and colorful religious buildings in a lovely forest setting.
Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome)
A UNESCO site for its symbolism and the hope it represents.
Itsukushima Shinto Shrine
A well-preserved shrine dating to the 12th century and harmonizing beautifully with the surrounding landscape.
Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, Uji and Otsu
A set of 17 sites comprising culturally-significant religious architecture and landscaped gardens.
Himeji-Jo
A magnificent bright white castle dating to the 17th century.
Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara
A collection of ancient Buddhist and Shinto shrines in the old capital of the Japanese empire.