Japan is a captivating country, a place of contrasts. Centuries-old traditions sit side-by-side with sleek, modern living to create a beautiful mix.
Travelling here means experiencing cherry blossoms in spring, the taste of fresh ramen, the hum of trains. Explore some of the 2,000+ temples and shrines in Kyoto, climb Mount Fuji or book your seat in Tokyo’s Ryogoku district, where the Ryogoku Kokugikan hosts sumo tournaments that have entertained crowds for generations.
Wherever you go while you’re in the country, you’ll find there’s nothing quite like a tour of Japan.
Tokyo: a vibrant capital
The capital city is a draw for millions of visitors from around the world – and it’s easy to see why. Tokyo is a place where every district feels like its own world.
You might start your day in Asakusa, where Senso-ji Temple welcomes worshippers, and end it high above the skyline at the Shibuya Sky observation deck. Between these extremes, you’ll find streets alive with creativity. There’s Harajuku’s fashion boutiques and Akihaara’s arcades and electronics stores.
If you love museums, Ueno Park is home to six of them. Visitors stroll along cherry tree-lined pathways to reach each of them.
Public transport makes it easy to move around too. Hop on the bullet train or take the bus and you’ll be where you need to be in no time.
If you’re visiting Japan, it’s worth heading to Tokyo on your travels.
Scenic adventure from sea to land
As well as the dazzling lights of Tokyo, there are plenty of locations to explore. Japan stretches from snowy Hokkaido in the north to sun-soaked Okinawa in the south. Each region offers something distinct. You’ll find there are winter sports in Niseko and hiking trails through the Japanese Alps.
If you love to be on the water, you can indulge in a gentle sailing experience around the Ryukyu Islands in southwestern Japan. Cruises are the perfect way to see the country’s beauty from a new perspective. From the deck, you can watch coastal towns glide past and dock at historic ports like Kanazawa or Nagasaki.
A culinary journey
Japanese cuisine is hugely symbolic. Whether you’re sampling sushi prepared in front of you or enjoying a steaming bowl of ramen, the attention to detail is unmistakable. Each dish uses ingredients that reflect local flavours, with fresh seafood along the coasts, mountain vegetables in Nagano and delicious fruits in Okinawa.
Try sukiyaki cooked at your table or join a street food market in Osaka, where takoyaki and okonomiyaki sizzle under open grills. Whatever you choose, food becomes a window into Japan’s culture, one meal at a time.
Ready to go? Start planning your big trip to Japan today.
