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Reasons To
Visit Japan

  • City life

    Modern and exciting cities make up much of the Japanese landscape, encapsulated by sleek bullet trains, flashing neon lights and dizzying skyscrapers. Scratch the surface to find hidden temples, preserved samurai quarters and local markets.

    City life
  • Food

    From delicate sashimi to prime grade steaks washed down with a local beer or a cup of hot sake, every mouthful you try in Japan will certainly be memorable and more often than not, delicious.

    Food
  • Ryokan accommodation

    A stay in a Japanese ryokan inn is an unbeatable opportunity to experience true Japanese hospitality, including kaiseki cuisine, hot onsen baths and sleeping on a tatami mat.

    Ryokan accommodation
  • Scenery

    Although the image of Japan is that of skyscrapers and flashing neon, most of the country is rural, rugged and mountainous, providing excellent walking and hiking in the summer and skiing in the winter.

    Scenery
  • Temples & shrines

    Kyoto alone has over 1600 Buddhist temples and 400 Shinto shrines paying homage to a number of different deities and gods. Enter the through the large torii gate and contemplate.

    Temples & shrines
  • Traditional culture

    From tea ceremonies and flower arrangements to lavish Geisha attended kaiseki banquets, Japanese culture is the most refined and elaborate in the world.

    Traditional culture

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  • Akan-ko National Park
  • Asahidake
  • Aso
  • Beppu
  • Dewa-sanzan
  • Fukuoka
  • Hakodate
  • Hakone & Mt Fuji
  • Hakuba
  • Hiroshima
  • Hokkaido
  • Ishigaki Island
  • Iya Valley
  • Izu Peninsula
  • Kagoshima
  • Kakunodate
  • Kamakura
  • Kamikochi
  • Kanazawa
  • Kirishima National Park
  • Kumamoto
  • Kume Island
  • Kurashiki
  • Kurokawa
  • Kushiro
  • Kyoto
  • Kyushu
  • Matsue
  • Matsumoto
  • Matsushima
  • Matsuyama
  • Miyajima Island
  • Mount Koya
  • Nagasaki
  • Naoshima
  • Nara
  • Nasu Onsen
  • Nikko
  • Noto Peninsula
  • Nyuto Onsen
  • Okinawa
  • Osaka
  • Sapporo
  • Shikoku
  • Shirakawago
  • Shiretoko National Park
  • Sounkyo
  • Takamatsu
  • Takayama
  • Tateyama
  • Tazawako
  • The Japanese Alps
  • Tohoku
  • Tokashiki Island
  • Tokushima
  • Tokyo
  • Tottori
  • Towadako & Hirosaki
  • Tsumago
  • Utoro
  • Yakushima
  • Yudanaka
  • Yufuin
  • Zamami Island
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    • Hakone & Mt Fuji
    • Hakone itself is situated in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park which also encompasses Mt Fuji, Fuji Five Lakes and the Izu Peninsula. On a clear day Mt Fuji can be viewed from as far away as Tokyo.
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    • Hiroshima
    • Hiroshima is a city which has risen from the ashes since the horrific events of August 1945 and although these events are justifiably and sensitively commemorated, the city is now one with an energetic and cosmopolitan feel.
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    • Hokkaido
    • The high mountains, crystal lakes and wide open spaces of Hokkaido Island set it far apart from the hustle and bustle of southern Japan. This is Japan’s last wilderness region.
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    • Akan-ko National Park
    • Located on the shore of scenic Lake Akan, the Akan Kohan Hotspring Resort is a good base from which to explore the Akan National Park.
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    • Asahidake
    • The small town of Asahikdake Onsen sits at the foot of Daisetsuzan's highest peak, Mt Asahidake, and is the ideal location to base yourself while exploring this beautiful part of Japan.
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    • Hakodate
    • Overlooked by the famous Mt Hakodate, the port city of Hakodate straddles a small peninsula on the southern tip of Hokkaido Island, looking out across the Tsugaru Straits to Aomori Prefecture in northern Honshu.
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    • Kushiro
    • The port city of Kushiro is located in the Doto region of eastern Hokkaido and with regular flights south to Tokyo can act as a convenient entry and exit point for visits to...
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    • Sapporo
    • Hokkaido’s capital, Sapporo, dates back only 120 years, and this bright, cosmopolitan city, well-endowed with gardens and parks, makes the perfect base from which to head out and explore the island.
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    • Shiretoko National Park
    • The Shiretoko Peninsula is the dramatic, windswept, easterly tip of Hokkaido, with only Cape Nosappu to the south being further east.
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    • Sounkyo
    • The small collection of hot spring resort hotels and restaurants that make up the Sounkyo Resort offer excellent access into Japan's largest national park, the magnificent Daisetsuzan region.
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    • Utoro
    • Utoro is a small working fishing port which also doubles as a tourist resort and principle access point for the beautiful Shiretoko Peninsula National Park.
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    • Izu Peninsula
    • The Izu Peninsula juts into the ocean around 100km west of Tokyo and is home to spectacular, rugged coastline, abundant hot spring baths and some lovely ryokan accommodation.
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    • Kamakura
    • Kamakura City is situated in the southeastern part of Kanagawa around 1 hour to the south west of Tokyo. There are many historical sites for sightseeing, mainly temples and shrines that are scattered around in this 800 year old city.
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    • Kanazawa
    • The highlight of Kanazawa, within easy reach of Takayama or Kyoto, is Japan’s number one garden, the magnificent Kenrokuen. This is a wonderful place to observe and enjoy the six elements that combine to form the perfect Japanese garden.
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    • Kurashiki
    • Kurashiki’s charm lies a ten-minute walk away, in the south Bikan district of the town. Here you will find a wonderful enclave of traditional merchant’s homes, old storehouses, museums and galleries.
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    • Kyoto
    • Kyoto is the Japan of the imagination: a city of grand palaces, ornate shrines and exquisite gardens, mercifully spared from the bombing of World War II that razed other Japanese cities.
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    • Kyoto
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    • Kyushu
    • Thought by many to be the birthplace of the Japanese nation, Kyushu is the southernmost of Japan’s four main islands, with a turbulent history matched by its seething volcanic terrain.
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    • Aso
    • Located in the heart of the world's biggest caldera, Aso is a great place to base yourself for exploring nearby Mount Aso.
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    • Beppu
    • A very popular resort town with the Japanese, Beppu is famed for its mud baths, black sand and hot springs all of which provide the 12 million visitors each year with traditional ways to relax.
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    • Fukuoka
    • Fukuoka City is the main port of access from Korea into Japan by sea and is regarded by many as the cultural hub of Japan.
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    • Kagoshima
    • For those with an interest in Kyushu’s turbulent history, the warm and friendly city of Kagoshima is a great place to visit. It boasts many historical sites and one of the best gardens in Kyushu at Iso-teien.
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    • Kirishima National Park
    • Kirishima is the first of Japan's designated national parks and is home to an array of stunning sights, including smoking volcanoes, vast plateaux, sparkling lakes, rugged coastlines and dense forests.
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    • Kumamoto
    • Kumamoto is a pleasant castle town which has its place in Kyushu's turbulent history as the island's major government stronghold during the Shogun period.
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    • Kurokawa
    • Kurokawa Onsen is one of Japan's finest hot spring resorts and time here should be spent slowly and without a thought to the outside world. A preservation order has been issued by the local authority to keep the traditional character of the town in place.
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    • Nagasaki
    • Nagasaki is Kyushu’s best-known city, made infamous on 9th August 1945 as the site of the second atomic bomb. The understated Peace Park and museum are a likely point of interest for every visitor.
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    • Yakushima
    • Yakushima is an island situated approximately 60 km south from the southern end of Osumi Peninsula in the southern part of Kagoshima prefecture. One fifth of the island is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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    • Yufuin
    • Though close in distance to the nearby tourist onsen resort of Beppu, in terms of character and atmosphere the picturesque Yufuin Onsen is a world apart. It is set in a scenic location at the foot of Mount Yufudake, on the shores of the thermally warmed Lake Kinrin.
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    • Matsue
    • Matsue is a castle town situated in the south of Honshu Island on the coast of the Sea of Japan.
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    • Miyajima Island
    • The present incarnation of the Itsukushima-jinja shrine on Miyajima is one of the island's greatest attractions, and the "floating" red torii gate that stands in the shallow waters of the bay remains one of the most photographed views in Japan.
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    • Mount Koya
    • Recently designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mount Koya contains more than a hundred different temples, many of which offer lodging for pilgrims and visitors.
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    • Nara
    • A short train ride from Kyoto is historic Nara, an earlier capital. Nara can easily be visited as a day trip from Kyoto or as an overnight stay for those with more time.
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    • Nasu Onsen
    • An hour and a quarter north of Tokyo in the foothills of the northern Alps lie a number of famous onsen hotspring resorts. Amongst these is the popular Nasu Onsen resort, once the summer retreat of the Japanese royal family.
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    • Nikko
    • Only a couple of hours to the north of the capital, the small mountain town of Nikko feels like another world. Here stands the fabulous Toshogu Shrine, mausoleum to the first and greatest Tokugawa Shogun.
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    • Noto Peninsula
    • The Noto Peninsula feels like an entirely different world from the rest of the country. Time seems to have stood still and it is about as remote and untouched as you can get in this region of central Japan.
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    • Nyuto Onsen
    • The Nyuto Onsen hotsprings are home to a number of quaint ryokan with wonderful hot spring baths, both outdoor and indoor.
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    • Okinawa
    • With a thriving local culture and strong Chinese influences, arriving in Okinawa can feel like reaching an altogether different country.
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    • Ishigaki Island
    • Ishigaki Island is one of Japan's southernmost Yaeyama islands, only 75 miles from Taiwan. The islands are semi-tropical and offer beaches, diving and snorkelling, jungle walks, hot springs and various other resort activities.
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    • Kume Island
    • Kume Island lies 100km west of Naha City and is accessible by ferry or a short flight. It is considerably flatter than nearby Zamami and Tokashiki but has beautiful, white sand beaches and interesting geological features.
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    • Tokashiki Island
    • The Kerama Islands, located just 30km west of Naha City, consist of approximately 20 islands of various sizes, with Tokashiki being the largest and perhaps the best to stay on.
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    • Zamami Island
    • Zamami Island is one of the smaller Kerama islands and the best for world-class scuba diving, with magnificent clear seas and unspoilt reefs.
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    • Osaka
    • Osaka is almost like Tokyo’s fun-loving younger brother with a definite taste for all the good things in life. It has an easy-going swagger and a vibrant street life.
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    • Shikoku
    • Resting in the waters of the Inland Sea, Shikoku is Japan’s fourth largest island and enjoys a relaxed atmosphere and rural landscape. The island’s main city is Matsuyama, home to one of Japan’s finest castles.
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    • Iya Valley
    • The Iya Valley is considered to be one of Japan's 'three hidden regions'. Its tall peaks and deep gorges were historically a safe haven for the Heike Clan after their defeat by the rival Genji Clan during civil wars of the 12th century.
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    • Matsuyama
    • On the northwestern corner of Shikoku Island lies its largest and most interesting city, Matsuyama. Boasting an impressive castle, hot-spring resort and lying within easy reach of the island's highest mountain, Matsuyama has attractions enough for everyone.
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    • Naoshima
    • Naoshima is an island in the Seto Inland Sea, located approximately 13 kilometres north of Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture and 2 kilometres south of Tamano City, Okayama Prefecture. The main reason for visiting the island is to see the art museums.
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    • Takamatsu
    • Takamatsu is the capital of Kagawa prefecture, the smallest county in Japan. The main draw to the island are the beautiful Ritsurin gardens, almost 400 years old and covering an area of 750,000 square metres.
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    • Tokushima
    • There are plenty of shops, parks and cultural attractions in Tokushima but the city is perhaps best known for its traditional bunraku puppet theatre and the annual Awa Odori festival, which takes place during the Obon national holiday in hot and steamy August.
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    • Shirakawago
    • For most of their history, the Shirakawago Villages have lain hidden in the deep, snowbound valleys of the northern Alps, under the shadow of sacred Mt Hakusan. The region was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995.
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    • Takayama
    • Surrounded by the snow-capped peaks of the northern Alps, the traditional town of Takayama possesses a charming old-world atmosphere and fine Edo-period architecture.
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    • The Japanese Alps
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{AE936484-DD59-474C-8457-3D8B087B5080}Hakone & Mt Fuji

Japan's famous mountain that is notoriously shy in showing itself!

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{D9EEEBDF-424D-4489-B5B1-C73E1A011FED}Hiroshima

A historically-important city with a poignant past.

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{FCDA611F-72F6-47D5-ADF3-9F1E30BE1995}Kanazawa

Home to Japan's number one garden, Kenrokuen.

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{1214E5F8-FEDF-4998-9AE3-91A02450A59E}Kyoto

Land of the Geisha, stay in traditional accommodation here.

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{448ADF29-E248-4C3C-942C-186343A933A6}Aso

A great base for exploring nearby Mount Aso.

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{347C2BA8-FBD9-4207-9099-5DCEC787B84B}Miyajima Island

Sacred to the Japanese, it is where the iconic floating torii gate is found.

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{88E994B9-7127-4BFB-AFAE-E9E6A81B2DC3}Nikko

A small mountain town that houses the Toshogu Shrine.

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{A2144AF0-DA06-47D1-8845-8C64E0244442}Takayama

Charming old-world atmosphere and fine Edo-period architecture.

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{7C50B3B1-9806-46D5-9ADF-B16C172430C3}Yudanaka

Famed for its snow monkeys that bathe in the hot springs.

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{8B06EFA0-75A0-4227-8305-F293FBB20DFF}Tokyo

Japan's frenetic and cosmopolitan capital full to the brim with attractions.

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