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Top Sights & Places
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Mt Fuji
in Fuji Five Lakes
Tokyo National Museum
in Ueno & Yanesen
Peace Park
in Nagasaki
Nishiki Market
in Downtown Kyoto
Ghibli Museum
in Tokyo
Golden Gai
in Shinjuku & Northwest Tokyo
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in Odaiba & Tokyo Bay
Shibuya Crossing
in Shibuya & Shimo-Kitazawa
Cup Noodles Museum
in Yokohama
Nagoro
in Shikoku
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Destination Practicalities
Lonely Plan-it: how to plan a train journey around Japan
Mar 4, 2023 • 9 Min read
How to get the most out of discovering Japan by train, in six steps.
Tips & Advice
This scenic slow train from Nagoya to Toyama offers some of the best views in Japan
Feb 24, 2023 • 9 Min read
John Walton winds his way through the mountainous Japanese countryside between Nagoya to Toyama on the charming Hida train.
Wildlife & Nature
Discover when Japan’s cherry blossoms are expected to bloom in 2023
Feb 24, 2023 • 2 Min read
The Japan Meteorological Corporation has released its latest predictions for when blooms will start to appear around Japan.
Hiking
Rising sun: Back to the best of Japan
Feb 23, 2023 • 7 Min read
Japan has reopened, so it's time to look again at the country's greatest hits for first-timers and repeat visitors
Festivals & Events
When is best time for a vacation to Japan?
Feb 3, 2023 • 11 Min read
Japan may be small, but with its captivating blend of tradition and modernity, there's something here for every traveler. Here are the best times to come.
Public Transport
15 travel tips (and what not to do) when you're in Japan
Feb 1, 2023 • 7 Min read
With our guide to all you need to know before your trip to Japan, you’ll be able to enjoy every minute of your visit.
Beaches
The top 10 places to visit in Japan
Jan 31, 2023 • 6 Min read
From buzzing cities to pristine island getaways, here's our guide to the best places to visit in Japan.
Art and Culture
22 of the best experiences Japan has to offer
Jan 20, 2023 • 15 Min read
Whether you are visiting Japan for the first or fiftieth time, these top experiences showcase the best it has to offer, both modern and traditional.
Photography
The 5 best places to see Japan’s cherry blossoms in 2023
Jan 12, 2023 • 5 Min read
Spring means cherry blossom season in Japan, but the romance is fleeting lasting only for a week or two. Here the five best places to join the festivities.
