The ultimate guide to Japan travel
Pre-book your tickets to teamlab's latest creation and glide on in to explore their interactive illuminations, all inspired by nature
Giant battling kites, a thousand-samurai march, flower festivals and more!
Give yourself the James Bond experience with a visit to the movie-famous Battleship Island, just off the coast of Nagasaki. Once home to over 5000 people, it's now an abandoned ruin and visitors are finally allowed to explore.
Get up close to Mt. Fuji, Japan's most famous symbol and highest mountain.
Nagano is far more than just a skiing destination, and this tour proves it. From sacred sites to bathing snow monkeys, sake tasting and local delicacies, experience the best this snowy prefecture has to offer.
Cherry blossoms, spring festivals and the promise of summer: April is one of the best times to be in Japan!
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Plum blossoms, spring festivals, the Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka and more!
Spend an evening exploring the bars in Osaka's popular nightlife district of Namba. Sample tasty Japanese pub-style food, and wash it down with your choice of drinks -- all in the company of a knowledgeable guide and locals. Highlights Drink and …
Dive into Japanese history with a traditional tea ceremony, followed by a stroll around the World Heritage Site of Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Highlights Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony Visit a world-famous Buddhist temple Taste Kyoto's …
Start your day the right way -- with a delicious brunch in "Kyoto's kitchen", also known as Nishiki Market. The market has a long history, going back more than 400 years.
February is filled with winter wonderlands, oyster fests, and demons
Kick off the new year with fire festivals, lantern festivals, and even festivals featuring ogres!
Already neon-bright Osaka will shine a little brighter during the holiday season!
Get all the festive feels at these Kyoto winter illumination events!
Attend traditional festivals, run a marathon & enjoy the illuminations before ringing in the New Year!
Fire-walking, autumn illuminations, the Grand Sumo Tournament, and more!
Enjoy sightseeing in historical Kyoto while wearing a traditional kimono. Rent your outfit from a well-known store for a great rate, English and Chinese language support, and assistance with dressing and accessories. The store is conveniently …
A conveniently-located branch of popular hotel chain MyStays. Very close to Shin-Osaka Station (for easy Shinkansen access), the hotel offers comfortable rooms with en-suite bathrooms. Free wifi and decent on-site restaurant. Full title is Hotel …
A comfortable hotel just 600m from JR Sendai Station. En-suite bathroom, free wifi and 24-hour reception. A popular choice that's perfect for business, family or solo travel.
A charming hostel that offers private and dorm rooms. A stone's throw from Hokkaido University. Free wifi. Enjoy your coffee on the rooftop terrace!
A branch of the popular MyStays hotel chain two minutes from Sapporo Station. Clean, tidy and highly rated on travel sites. En-suite bathrooms, free wifi, and breakfast buffet.
A very popular hostel in Sapporo. Clean, modern and conveniently located near the Kita 24-jo Subway Station. Choose from a Western or Japanese-style dormitory. Free wifi, and free breakfast too!
This backpackers-style hostel is conveniently located near Kencho-Mae Station in Naha. They have a super deal where you can stay a night for ONE YEN if it's your birthday month (you'll need to show proof), or 1,000 yen/night for your group. This …
