i History & culture · Japan
Cathedrals in Japan
Great cathedrals and their architecture, art and towers with a view.
6 places Best months: May, August, and October
Japan has 6 cathedrals on our list, mostly in Osaka, Tokyo, and Kanagawa. Best months: May, August, and October.
Cathedrals
Cathedrals in Japan
Best monthsMay, August, and OctoberMonths with the most pleasant weather for being outdoors (go score of nearby towns).
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St. Mary's Cathedral
Seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Tokyo
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Sacred Heart Cathedral
Seat of the bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Yokohama, Japan
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Grand Cathedral of the Virgin Mary of Osaka
Church building in Osaka Prefecture, Japan
i Christ the King Cathedral, Niigata
Church building in Niigata Prefecture, Japan
i St. Theresa of the Child Jesus Cathedral, Urawa
Church building in Saitama Prefecture, Japan
i Kawaguchi Christ Church Cathedral
Japanese church of the Anglican sect
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Frequently asked questions
How many cathedrals are there in Japan?
Atlas of Seasons lists 6 notable cathedrals in Japan.
What are the best cathedrals in Japan?
The best-known are St. Mary's Cathedral, Sacred Heart Cathedral, and Grand Cathedral of the Virgin Mary of Osaka.
When is the best time for cathedrals in Japan?
May, August, and October.