Update!

(15 August) The database should now be fixed, so there are no more stray funny characters... but there may still be glitches. I just discovered that all of the Peanuts puzzles had disappeared, because "artist=peanuts" was not matching "Peanuts"; so there is more to do in sorting out case-insensitive matching.

Database problem!

Apologies! A recent database upgrade has left lots of Japanese text corrupted, and also some variant characters, such as the e-acute in "Pokémon," not showing correctly. I am working to correct this but may take some days...

申し訳ありません 現在、データーベースの問題でほとんどのパズルの詳細などの日本語が文字化けになっています。修復するまで何日かかかるかも知れません。ご了承ください。

Jigsaw puzzles from Japan

300-piece scenic puzzles

Himeji Castle with azaleas

Famous as the best-preserved example of Japanese castle building, the historical origins of Himeji castle are said to date back to the building of a fort in 1333. From a supposed resemblance to the outstretched wings of a bird, it is also known as "White Heron Castle." Birdlike or not, here it is nicely offset by the banks of azaleas in the foreground.

Himeji Castle website (includes English version)
More castle puzzles

In stock
An Epoch puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: E25083 (25-083S on package)
Retail price ¥1200 (approx. US$8.11 €7.50 £6.28)

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Tokyo nightscape

One of the best-known landmarks of modern Tokyo, Rainbow Bridge connects one of the growing number of islands created in Tokyo Bay to the original shoreline.

In stock
An Epoch puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: E25108 (25-108 on package)
Retail price ¥1200 (approx. US$8.11 €7.50 £6.28)

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Tokyo tower lit up

A night view of Tokyo Tower, 333 m tall, which celebrated its fiftieth anniversary in 2008. The panoramic background is also dominated by the Mori Tower building, part of the new Roppongi Hills development.

In stock
An Epoch puzzle: 300 pieces; 260 x 380 mm (10" x 15")
Code: E26129 (26-129S on package)
Retail price ¥1400 (approx. US$9.46 €8.75 £7.33)

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Tokyo Tower: Diamond veil

A night view of Tokyo Tower, 333 m tall, which celebrated its fiftieth anniversary in 2008. The panoramic background is also dominated by the Mori Tower building, part of the Roppongi Hills development.

This lighting effect, dubbed "Diamond Veil," is the current evening attraction.

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

In stock
An Epoch puzzle: 300 pieces; 260 x 380 mm (10" x 15")
Code: E28019 (28-019S on package)
Retail price ¥1800 (approx. US$12.16 €11.25 £9.42)

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Kintai bridge

This bridge is a landmark of western Japan, with both red maples and cherry trees planted alongside, for gorgeous pictures in all seasons. We are told that the name Kintaikyô - or "Brocade sash bridge" - is derived from a resemblance to a kimono sash. This is pretty unconvincing, until you realise that the river under the bridge is Nishikigawa: this Nishiki is the Japanese reading for "brocade", written with the same Chinese character as the Kin in Kintai.

The bridge consists of five wooden arches: at the time it was originally built (1673), wheeled transport was almost unknown in Japan, so presumably it was not worthwhile going to the extra effort of providing a level roadway. It seems unlikely that this design would have been used in Europe at that time.

In stock
An Epoch puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: E25128 (25-128 on package)
Retail price ¥1200 (approx. US$8.11 €7.50 £6.28)

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Enoshima railway

This historical line, which opened as an electric railway in 1902, joins the cities of Kamakura and Fujisawa, providing local access to the tiny resort island of Enoshima and the great Kamakura statue of Buddha (actually three stations from Kamakura). One reason for its preservation may be a number of TV dramas featuring the line.

In stock
An Epoch puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: E26230 (26-230 on package)
Retail price ¥1400 (approx. US$9.46 €8.75 £7.33)

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Tatsumi bridge (Kyoto)

Kimono-clad maiko, young traditional entertainers, cross the bridge in Gion, the preserved area of old Kyoto.

In stock
An Epoch puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: E25138 (25-138 on package)
Retail price ¥1200 (approx. US$8.11 €7.50 £6.28)

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Fuji with flowers

The lake across which we see Mount Fuji is fringed with a wide expanse of the low-growing shibazakura, or moss phlox, a common garden plant in Japan.

In stock
An Apollo puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: P48625 (48-625 on package)
Retail price ¥1200 (approx. US$8.11 €7.50 £6.28)

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Kenrokuen

This very famous garden dates back to the 17th century; beyond the bridge we see the distinctive arch-based stone lantern that is its symbol. The neatly trimmed azaleas are a characteristic of this garden style.

In stock
An Epoch puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: E25082 (25-082 on package)
Retail price ¥1200 (approx. US$8.11 €7.50 £6.28)

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Cherry blossom time, Hirosaki Castle

Hirosaki Castle, in northern Japan, framed by its famous cherry trees, the first of which are said to have been brought from Kyoto in 1715. There's also a good view of the castle foundations, walls built in the usual "non-layered" style.

In stock
A Beverly puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: B33166 (33-166 on package)
Retail price ¥1500 (approx. US$10.14 €9.38 £7.85)

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Neuschwanstein

Built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria, this fairy-tale German castle must surely be the most famous in the world...

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An Epoch puzzle: 300 pieces; 260 x 380 mm (10" x 15")
Code: E25159 (25-159 on package)
Retail price ¥1200 (approx. US$8.11 €7.50 £6.28)

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Takeda Castle ruins

Although only ruins remain, Takeda Castle is an impressive sight, rising above the sea of clouds...

In stock
An Apollo puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: P48620 (48-620 on package)
Retail price ¥1200 (approx. US$8.11 €7.50 £6.28)

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Umbrella street

The town of Agueda in Portugal is making an effort to be different - in the most colourful way imaginable!

In stock
An Epoch puzzle: 300 pieces; 260 x 380 mm (10" x 15")
Code: E25167 (25-167 on package)
Retail price ¥1200 (approx. US$8.11 €7.50 £6.28)

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Uyuni by starlight

The famous Uyuni salt flats in Bolivia again, this time at night. The surface layer of water provides this amazing mirror effect, so practically every piece is dark purple with either stars or reflections of stars!

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

In stock
An Epoch puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: E28028 (28-028 on package)
Retail price ¥1800 (approx. US$12.16 €11.25 £9.42)

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Industrial nightscape in Kawasaki

Something different!!

This is a glow-in-the-dark puzzle.

In stock
An Apollo puzzle: 300 pieces; 380 x 260 mm (15" x 10")
Code: P48814 (48-814 on package)
Retail price ¥1800 (approx. US$12.16 €11.25 £9.42)

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Other scenic puzzles up to 300 pieces

From the search page: all scenic puzzles with 300 pieces or fewer

Deleted puzzles

For reference: you can view all the 300-piece scenic puzzles that are out of print in the Attic.