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25 Famous Japanese Buildings to Visit in Japan

*Originally published by Philipp A on June 19th 2023 and Updated by Vanessa R in May 2024

Japan has developed technology, and a lot of fun activities and adventures to undertake. When it comes to architecture, Japan draws the line. You will find well-designed structures from the old days during the period and modern ones as well.

Most of the buildings are influenced by Chinese architecture, with thatched roofs and wooden frames, among others. There are many well-designed buildings in Japan which attract tourists from all over the world, such as:

1. Meiji Mura

Meiji Mura is one of the famous buildings in Inuyama Japan. It is a must-visit location anytime you visit Japan. Many people visit this museum yearly making it more famous.

It is popular not only in Japan but in other countries. One of the main features that attract tourists is the size of the museum. It is located on the hillside facing Lake Iruka giving an amazing view from the museum. Some of the things to find in Meiji Mura include historical items, original furniture and objects of reference.

Opened: March, 18, 1965

Location:   Inuyama Japan.

Opening Hours: 

Monday -Sunday: 10 am- 4 PM

2. Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building

Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building is also known as Tocho. Architect Kenzo Tange (a Japanese architect, and winner of the 1987 Pritzker Prize for architecture) designed the Tocho building which has a complex of three structures.

It is located in Shinjuku ward; the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building is widely known for being the tallest building in Japan. This building was built using public money and it is approximately estimated to have used about US$1 billion. I recommend any tourist to visit the building it’s worth seeing.

Adress: 2 Chome-8-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku, Tokyo 163-8001, Japan

Phone Number: +81-353211111

Opening hours:

Monday- Friday: 8.00 am- 6.45 pm

SATURDAY and Sunday: Closed

3. Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle is one of the famous Japanese buildings worth visiting. This Japanese castle is located in Chuo-ku, Osaka, Japan. Osaka Castle is an important building in Japan since it played a major role in the unification of Japan back in the 16^th century. It as well acts as Japan’s landmark.

The castle contains 13 structures that were donated by the Japanese government. These structures are important cultural assets and include the following Sengan Turret, Kinzo Storehouse, Kinmeisui Well, Ote- mon Gate, Sakura-mon Gate, Ichiban-yagura Turret and Rokuban-yagura Turret among others.

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Phone Number: +81 669413044

Website:

Opening hours:

Monday – Friday: 9.00 AM- 5 PM

4. Tokyo Tower

Tokyo Tower is also known as Japan Radio Tower. It is the second tallest building in Japan located in the Shiba-Koen district, Minato, Tokyo, Japan.

Tokyo Tower is a communications and observation tower which is visited by thousands of visitors yearly. It is said over 150 million people have visited this tower since its existence. Tourists are the main source of income for the tower since they pay an entrance fee before touring the place.

Phone number: +81 334335111

Website: www.tokyotower.co.jp

opening hours: 9 am – 10.30 pm

5. Atomic Bomb Dome

Initially, it was known as Hiroshima Prefectural Industrial Promotion Hall. It is located in Hiroshima, Japan. In 1996, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is an important building which served as a memorial for the people killed during the end of World War II by the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.

The Hall building was designed by architect Jan Letzel (a Czech architect). Atomic Bomb Dome was completed back in April 1915 and it was opened to the public on August 1915.

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Address: 1-10 Otemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0051, Japan

opening  hours:  Open 24 hours

phone Number: +81822427831

6.  Tokyo Skytree

Tokyo Skytree is one of the most visited buildings in Japan. It is a broadcasting and observation tower located in Sumida, Tokyo, Japan. It was completed on February 29, 2012, and officially opened to the people on May 22, 2012.

It is one of the buildings that cost quite a lot of money to construct.  It is said about 65 billion Japanese money was used, which is expensive right? Back in 2010, it was recognized as the tallest structure in Japan. When it reached its full height of 634 meters it became the tallest tower in the world on March 2011. I recommend this place to everyone it is worth visiting.

7. Senso-ji

Senso-ji is an ancient Buddhist temple and it is popular within Japan. It is not only famous in Japan but worldwide. It is the oldest temple in Tokyo. It is visited by millions of people a year from all over the world. It is said to be the most visited spiritual site with approximately 30 million visitors annually.

Senso-ji is a historical behind with a lot of stories on how it became into existence. It is said the temple is dedicated to the bodhisattva Kannon (a person who is on the path towards bodhi or Buddhahood). This is a must-visit location and learns more about this temple and how it became to be.

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Address: 2-chōme-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

Phone number: +81338420181

opened: 645 

 8. Nakagin Capsule Tower

Nakagin Capsule Tower is an old structure found in Tokyo, Japan. It was constructed back in the year 1972 and made a benchmark for future building constructions in the city.

Architect Kisho Kurokawa (a leading Japanese architect and one of the founders of the Metabolist Movement) designed the Capsule Tower. It is located at 8 Chome-16-10 Ginza, Chūō-Ku, Tokyo-to 104-0061, Japan. Nakagin Capsule Tower is worth checking due to its unique design and history.

Address: 8-chōme-16-10 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

Phone Number: 5105235174

 

9. Fushimi Inari Taisha

Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of the famous buildings to visit in Japan. As you ignore others, I recommend you check this one out since it offers a lot. It is located in Fushimi-Ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan.

Fushimi Inari-Taisha is the main shrine of the kami Inari. Many tourists visit the location and it is always crowded especially in the lower area. However, as you go up it becomes less crowded and you can enjoy the amazing view from there without distractions.

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ADDRESS: 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchi-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Phone number: 075-641-7331

WEBSITE:

10. Kinkaku-ji

Kinkaku-ji is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan also known as Rokuon-ji. The building is popular and many visitors visit it annually. It has unique features that attract tourists. It is a must-visit place.

The temple is appointed as the National Special Landscape, it is as well among the 17 locations making up the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto.

 Address: 1 Kinkakujicho, Kita Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 603-8361, Japan 

Phone Number: +81-754610013

opening hours: 

Monday -sunday: 9.00 am -5.00 pm

11. Kiyomizu-Dera

Kiyomizu-Dera is a Buddhist temple located in eastern Kyoto, Japan. It was founded during the Heian period by Sakanoue no Tamuramaro and by 778 the Buddhist Kita-Hosso owned it.

The temple attracts many tourists worldwide annually hence a source of revenue in Japan. For history lovers here is the place to visit and learn about the history of this amazing temple and how it came into existence. It is worth checking out.

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 Address: 294 Kiyomizu 1-chome, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0862, Japan

Phone NUMBER: +81-755511234

opening hours:

Monday- Sunday: 6.00 am-6.00 PM

12. 碍ō迟辞办耻-颈苍

碍ō迟辞办耻-颈苍 is located in Kamakura in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The construction of this temple was completed back in 1252. On the temple grounds, there is a large bronze statue of Amitābha.

The Great Buddha of Kamakura renowned the temple. The temple was chosen to be a National Treasure and one of the twenty-two historic sites.

address: 4-chōme-2-28 Hase, Kamakura, Kanagawa 248-0016, Japan

Phone Number : 

Opening time:

April – September: 5am – 5.30 pm

October -March:  8am- 5pm

13. Kyoto National Museum

It is one of the major museums in Japan and focuses on pre-modern Japanese and Asian art. It is located in Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto, Japan. The construction of the museum was completed on October 1895. In 1897 it was officially opened to the public.

The museum’s name has been changed severally, in 1900 the name was changed to the Imperial Household Museum of Kyoto, it was once more changed its name in 1924 to the Imperial Gift Museum of Kyoto and the current name Kyoto National Museum was given in 1952.

Address: 527 Chaya-cho, Higashiyama-ku,Kyoto, Japan 605-0931 

Phone number: +81-75-541-1151

WEBSITE:

14. Yasukuni Shrine

Yasukuni Shrine was founded in June 1869 by Emperor Meiji (the 122^nd emperor of Japan according to the traditional order of succession).

In the shrine, you find listed names, origins, birthdates, and places of death of 2,466,532 women, men, children and pet animals.

Website:

Phone Number: 03-3261-8326

opening Hours;

november – February: 6.00 am- 5.00 Pm

March -October: 6.00 am- 6.00 pm

15. Kobe Port Tower

It is one of the famous Japanese Buildings worth visiting. It is a landmark in the port city of Kobe, Japan. The construction of the tower was completed in 1963, however, in 2009 it was closed for renovation and it was reopened back on April 28, 2010.

Nikken Sekkei Company designed the Kobe Port Tower. It occupies an area of 1,534 square metres and is 108m high.

Address: 5-5 Hatobacho, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo Prefecture 650-0042, Japan

Contact Number: +81-783916751

Opening Hours:

Monday- Sunday: 09:00 am – 09:00 pm

16. Meiji Mura

Meiji Mura is an open-air museum located in Inuyama, Aichi Prefecture. It contains over 60 historical buildings that were preserved from the Meiji period in Japan, which lasted from 1868 to 1912.

This was a time of rapid modernization and Westernisation in Japan, and the buildings at Meiji Mura give a glimpse into that transformative era, showcasing architectural styles and technology from the 19th century.

Address:Japan, 〒484-0000 Aichi, Inuyama, Uchiyama, 1番地

Contact Number:  +81 568-67-0314

Opening Hours:9:30?am–5?pm

17. Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building is a striking, modern skyscraper located in the Shinjuku district of Tokyo. Designed by the renowned Japanese architect Kenzo Tange, the building’s sleek, angular design has made it an iconic landmark on the Tokyo skyline.

Its twin towers house the administrative offices of the Tokyo metropolitan government, and you can access observation decks at the top that offer panoramic views across the vast expanse of Japan’s bustling capital city.

Address: 2 Chome-8-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 163-8001, Japan

Contact Number:  +81 3-5321-1111

Opening Hours: 8:30? a.m.–5 ?pm

18. Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle is a historic landmark situated in the heart of Osaka, Japan’s second-largest city. This iconic castle dates back to the 16th century and played a crucial strategic role during the unification of Japan under the Toyotomi and Tokugawa shogunates.

While the main castle tower is the centrepiece, the grounds also contain museums, gardens, and other preserved structures that allow visitors to immerse themselves in the feudal history of the site.

Address: 1-1 Osakajo, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan

Contact Number:  

Opening Hours:9?am–5?pm

19. Tokyo Tower

Modelled after the famous Eiffel Tower in Paris, the Tokyo Tower is a communications and observation tower located in the Minato district of Tokyo. Standing over 1,000 feet tall, it is the second tallest structure in Japan.

Visitors can use two observation decks to see panoramic views of the Tokyo metropolitan area. The tower also has attractions, shops, and restaurants, making it a popular place for tourists.

Address: 1-1 Osakajo, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan

Contact Number:  

Opening Hours: 9?am–10:30?pm

20. Atomic Bomb Dome

The Atomic Bomb Dome, also known as the Hiroshima Peace Memorial, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that stands as a sombre reminder of the devastation caused by the atomic bombing of Hiroshima on August 6, 1945.

The partially destroyed dome structure, which was once a government building, has been carefully preserved as a memorial to the tens of thousands who perished in the nuclear attack. This place can help you reflect on the horrors of war and the importance of nuclear disarmament while standing in the shadow of this powerful historical landmark.

Address: 1-1 Osakajo, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 540-0002, Japan

Contact Number:  

Opening Hours:24 hrs

21. Tokyo Skytree

Completed in 2012, the Tokyo Skytree is the tallest tower in Japan and the second tallest structure in the world, standing at an impressive height of 634 metres (2,080 feet). This impressive building in Tokyo’s Sumida district has two observation decks that offer a complete 360-degree view of the entire Tokyo metropolitan area.

In addition to the observation platforms, the Skytree complex also includes an aquarium, shops, and restaurants, making it a hugely popular destination for both tourists and locals.

Address: 1 Chome-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan

Contact Number:  +81 570-550-634

Opening Hours: 10?am–9?pm

22. Senso-ji

Senso-ji is an ancient, historic Buddhist temple located in the Asakusa district of Tokyo. Founded in the 7th century, it is considered one of the most famous and culturally significant temples in all of Japan.

You can enter the temple grounds through the iconic Kaminarimon or “Thunder Gate”, with its massive red lantern, before proceeding down the bustling Nakamise shopping street, lined with traditional Japanese stores and stalls. The main hall of Senso-ji, dominated by its impressive five-story pagoda, is the centrepiece of this sacred site that continues to draw worshippers and tourists from around the world.

Address:  2 Chome-3-1 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan

Contact Number:  +81 3-3842-0181

Opening Hours:6 AM–5 PM

23. Nakagin Capsule Tower

The Nakagin Capsule Tower in Tokyo is a special building that shows the Metabolism style of Japanese architecture from the 1970s. It was designed by an architect named Kisho Kurokawa. The building is made up of 140 small capsule units that can be attached to a central concrete tower.

This modular design reflected the Metabolism movement’s ideas about cities being able to change and grow naturally over time. Even though the building is now in poor condition, the Nakagin Capsule Tower is still an important and influential example of modern Japanese architectural experiments.

Address:  8 Chome-16-10 Ginza, Chuo City, Tokyo 104-0061, Japan

Contact Number:  +81 3-3842-0181

24. Fushimi Inari Taisha

Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto is known for its iconic vermillion torii gates that create a stunning visual spectacle for visitors.

The thousands of traditional Japanese gates lead travellers through peaceful, wooded forests up to the main shrine complex, making it one of the most impressive and photogenic Shinto shrines in the country.

Address: 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan

Contact Number: +81 75-641-7331

Opening Hours: 24 hrs

25. Kinkaku-ji

Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a Zen temple in Kyoto. The main attraction is a two-story pavilion covered in gold leaf, reflected in a nearby pond. Originally a shogun’s villa, it’s now a Zen temple and a beautiful example of traditional Japanese architecture and art.

Address: 1 Chome-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida City, Tokyo 131-0045, Japan

Contact Number:  +81 3-3842-0181

Opening Hours: 10?am–9?pm