Japan is a must-visit destination for many travelers. Its unique culture filled with sumo wrestling, samurai, anime, sushi, etc. attracts visitors from all over the world.
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11-Day Best of Japan with Osaka World Expo 2025
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Top Places to Visit in Japan
Expert Travel Guides for Exploring Japan
Get the most out of your Japan trip with our complete travel guide ideas.
Expo 2025 Osaka
Expo 2025 will take place in Osaka from April to October. Now is the perfect time to start planning your trip! Read more
How to Plan for the Full Bloom of Japan's Cherry Blossoms 2025
Based on our experience and customer feedback, we've put together some helpful tips to make your trip to Japan in 2025 even better. Read more
How to Travel Comfortably in Japan with Kids
Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka are top destinations for a first visit. They blend tradition and modernity, fulfilling kids' expectations of Japan (anime, ninjas, high-tech, ryokans, etc.). Read more
How to Get Around Japan
From Tokyo to Kyoto
From Tokyo to Osaka
From Kyoto to Hiroshima
From Kyoto to Nara... Read more
Etiquette in Japan (Avoiding Embarrassment)
Japanese etiquette can be quite complex, as there are many rules according to the social context and the social status of those involved. Try to be sensitive, imitate those around you, and embrace this new experience. Read more
Top Souvenirs to Buy in Japan
To get you inspired and to know what to keep an eye out for when you are souvenir shopping in Japan, here are some tips for the top souvenirs. Read more
Top Festivals/Holidays in Japan- a Full List Here
New Year's Day / Ganjitsu;
Cherry Blossom Festivals;
The Japanese Golden Week;
Gion Matsuri (Kyoto);
Obon - Japan's Day of the Dead...
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Stephanie
We loved Japan!
We had the best time touring Japan with Johnny our tour guide and the company Asia highlights did an amazing job planning a perfect vacation from start to finish. We could never had planned nor implemented such a seamless vacation ourselves and 100% will be recommending to everyone we know! More
Date of Experience:: Jun 2025
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Guide380574
Fabulous family trip to Japan
Best way to travel thru a foreign country with teenagers who don’t always agree on what to do. Our itinerary was set before we left so there wasn’t any stress from planning our days during the trip. Having a driver with a big van and wonderful guides made getting around stress free. Everything was arranged perfectly. More
Date of Experience:: Jun 2025
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Guide557549
Best of Kyoto with the most amazing guides/driver
Best trip ever to Kyoto, Japan! The planning, quality of service and accommodations made this trip beyond enjoyable and relaxing. Our guide Andy was so knowledgeable and kind. He went out of his way to make sure we had the best experiences, that all our needs were met and offered great suggestions to add to our visit! More
Date of Experience:: Jun 2025
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Travel Guide to Japan and a Neighboring Country
A 2-Week Itinerary in Japan and South Korea
It only takes about two hours to fly from Osaka in Japan to Seoul in South Korea. It is possible to spend 2 weeks visiting both countries: 7–10 days in Japan and around 7 days in South Korea. Read more
Trip to China and Japan
In China you can visit the well-preserved Forbidden City and Terracotta Warriors, climb the magnificent Great Wall, and see the lovely round pandas... In Japan you can have an afternoon tea with beautiful geishas, visit the Mount Fuji, and stay at a traditional ryokan (inn) with an onsen ... Read more
Trip to Japan and Thailand
In Japan you can see beautiful geishas in kimonos, spectacular Mount Fuji, and stay at a traditional ryokan (inn) with an onsen. In Thailand, you can have a close encounter with elephants, relaxing on the fabulous islands of Phuket, and experience a flourishing floating market. Read more
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