How many nights do I need?

We suggest 8–14 nights. Our Japan packages can be extended or shortened to suit you.

Can I combine Japan with another destination?

Yes. Many travellers pair it with a neighbouring destination — use the trip builder or mention it in your inquiry.

Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion, above its pond among pine trees and forested hills, Kyoto

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Q: Do I need a visa?

Requirements depend on your nationality. Please check official government guidance; we can point you to the right resources.

Temples, neon cities and mountain onsen

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Why go to Japan

Neon Tokyo, contemplative Kyoto and hot-spring villages — Japan pairs efficient travel with deep tradition.

Most travellers begin in Tokyo. Our specialists typically suggest 8–14 nights to see the highlights without rushing — longer if you’d like to combine regions or add beach time.

Best time: Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Suggested length: 8–14 nights
Packages from: $3,426 pp
Main gateway: Tokyo
Time zone: UTC+9
Currency: Japanese yen (JPY)

Japan at a glance

Capital: Tokyo
Region: Eastern Asia, Asia
Currency: Japanese yen (JPY)
Language: Japanese
Dialling code: +81
ISO codes: JP · JPN · 392
Local time: —Asia/Tokyo

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Best time to visit

Recommended: Mar–May, Oct–NovPossible, with trade-offs

Key attractions & experiences

Kyoto temples

Kyoto was Japan's imperial capital from 794 until the mid-19th century, and its temples, shrines and gardens form the UNESCO-listed Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto.

Tokyo

Japan's vast capital pairs the famous Shibuya Scramble and neon-lit Shinjuku with free skyline observatories, historic temples and forested shrines, all linked by an efficient rail network.

Snow-capped Mount Fuji beyond Lake Ashi, with the red Hakone Shrine torii at the water's edge

Hakone & Mount Fuji

A hot-spring resort in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, where a loop of mountain railway, ropeway and lake boats links volcanic Owakudani, Lake Ashi and lakeside views of Mount Fuji.

The great vermilion torii of Itsukushima Shrine at low tide, with visitors on the tidal flats, Miyajima

Hiroshima & Miyajima

Two contrasting UNESCO sites a short journey apart: Hiroshima's A-Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Park, and Itsukushima Shrine with its great torii standing in the sea off Miyajima.

Destination guide

Explore 28 places in Japan

Landmarks, sacred sites, islands, parks and food streets — each with its story, the best time to go and what’s nearby.

28 places in Japan

Religious site

Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture

Kyoto temples

Kyoto was Japan's imperial capital from 794 until the mid-19th century, and its temples, shrines and gardens form the UNESCO-listed Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto.

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City

Tokyo Metropolis, Kanto

Tokyo

Japan's vast capital pairs the famous Shibuya Scramble and neon-lit Shinjuku with free skyline observatories, historic temples and forested shrines, all linked by an efficient rail network.

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National park

Hakone, Kanagawa

Hakone & Mount Fuji

A hot-spring resort in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, where a loop of mountain railway, ropeway and lake boats links volcanic Owakudani, Lake Ashi and lakeside views of Mount Fuji.

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Heritage

Hiroshima and Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima Prefecture

Hiroshima & Miyajima

Two contrasting UNESCO sites a short journey apart: Hiroshima's A-Bomb Dome and Peace Memorial Park, and Itsukushima Shrine with its great torii standing in the sea off Miyajima.

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The two-storey red Hozomon Gate of Senso-ji under a blue sky, with visitors on the approach

Religious site

Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo

Senso-ji, Asakusa

Senso-ji is a Buddhist temple dedicated to Kannon, the Bodhisattva of compassion, reached through the Kaminarimon gate and the souvenir stalls of Nakamise-dori, and illuminated every evening.

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The main shrine courtyard of Meiji Jingu with two large rounded trees under a blue sky

Religious site

Yoyogi, Shibuya City, Tokyo

Meiji Jingu

Meiji Jingu is a Shinto shrine set in about 70 hectares of planted forest next to Harajuku, honouring Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. Entry is free and it opens daily from sunrise to sunset.

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Looking up into the mosque's dome, decorated with blue, gold and red patterns and calligraphy around a large chandelier

Religious site

Oyama-cho, Shibuya City, Tokyo

Tokyo Camii & Turkish Culture Center

Tokyo Camii is an Ottoman-style mosque and Turkish culture centre near Yoyogi-Uehara Station, welcoming visitors of all faiths daily, with a halal market and a prayer hall for more than 500 people.

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The red five-storied Chureito Pagoda above Fujiyoshida with snow-capped Mount Fuji under a blue sky

Viewpoint

Fujiyoshida and Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi

Fuji Five Lakes – Lake Kawaguchiko & Chureito Pagoda

On Mount Fuji's northern side, Lake Kawaguchi offers mirror-like views of the mountain, while the red Chureito Pagoda in Arakurayama Sengen Park frames Fuji above the city of Fujiyoshida.

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An ornate black-and-gold tower building within the Toshogu precinct, framed by tall cedars, with visitors on the stone steps

Heritage

Nikko, Tochigi

Nikko

Nikko's Shrines and Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1999, include the lavishly carved Toshogu Shrine, the mausoleum of shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, set among towering cedars about two hours from Tokyo.

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CultureCity break

Japan · 11 nights4★ Hotel

Classic Japan: Tokyo, Hakone & Kyoto

Ryokan with onsen
Fushimi Inari
Bullet train pass

Includes accommodation · private transfers · daily breakfast · guided sightseeing

Indicative from

$3,426 pp

CultureLuxury

Japan · 13 nights5★ Boutique

Japan Cherry Blossom Journey

Sakura viewing
Kaiseki dinner
Miyajima

Includes accommodation · private transfers · daily breakfast · guided sightseeing

Indicative from

$4,714 pp

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Sample itinerary

Classic Japan: Tokyo, Hakone & Kyoto

12 days · 4★ hotel · indicative from $3,426 pp. Every day can be adjusted.

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Day 1
Arrive in Tokyo
You’re met on arrival and taken by private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to settle in — your travel specialist will have left a welcome pack with local tips.
Day 2
Kyoto temples
Fushimi Inari’s torii gates and Arashiyama’s bamboo grove. Your local guide shares context and stories along the way, with time to explore independently afterwards.
Day 3
Tokyo
Shibuya, Asakusa and hidden izakaya alleys. Your local guide shares context and stories along the way, with time to explore independently afterwards.
Day 4
Hakone & Mount Fuji
Lake views of Fuji and a night in a ryokan with onsen. Your local guide shares context and stories along the way, with time to explore independently afterwards.
Day 5
Day at leisure
A free day to explore at your own pace. Suggested: onsen bathing, sake tasting, cycling in Kyoto. Optional excursions can be pre-booked as add-ons.
Day 6
Kyoto temples
Fushimi Inari’s torii gates and Arashiyama’s bamboo grove. Your local guide shares context and stories along the way, with time to explore independently afterwards.

Food, culture & things to do

Food

Sushi, ramen, kaiseki dining

Culture

Tea ceremony, temples and seasonal festivals

Shopping

Ceramics, knives and stationery

Activities

Onsen bathing, sake tasting, cycling in Kyoto

Practical information

Language: Japanese
Currency: Japanese yen (JPY)
Time zone: UTC+9
Gateway: Tokyo
Best for: Food & drink, History, Wellness, Shopping

Entry requirements depend on your nationality. Please check official government guidance before you travel — your specialist can point you to the right resources.