70 REMARKABLE JAPANESE PLACES
Over three years, we traveled across Japan—from remote islands to historic towns, from family-run inns to innovative community projects. We met the people shaping the future of tourism: artisans preserving craft traditions, hoteliers reimagining hospitality, and local leaders building travel experiences that respect place and community.
"70 Remarkable Japanese Places"—Japan Travel Awards’s first printed journey—is a reflection of those journeys. It brings together our winners, finalists, and other places that left a print in our hearts. At a time when tourism in Japan is growing rapidly, we believe it is more important than ever to spotlight travel that is thoughtful, inclusive, and rooted in local identity.
From Tohoku in the north to Okinawa in the south, these 70 locations offer inspiration for every traveler planning their next trip to Japan.