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Japan is a wonderful blend of busy modern cities, old traditions and peaceful nature. Neon lights of modern streets and traditional temples of Tokyo. Kyoto is a city of timber temples, geisha quarters and bright bamboo groves.

Iconic Mt Fuji towers over peaceful lakes and hot-spring towns. Himeji and other historic castles share space with Hiroshima’s peace memorials. From Osaka’s street food markets to the friendly free-range deer of Nara, there’s something special around every corner. From the scenic mountain trails and tranquil Zen gardens to the awe-inspiring coastal shores, Japan is an unforgettable destination for any traveller.

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Tokyo, Japan’s bustling capital, sits on the east coast of the island of Honshu, a place where the old and new live side by side. This lively cosmopolitan city, ringed by Tokyo Bay, offers visitors sacred ancient shrines, soaring skyscrapers, peaceful imperial gardens and legendary city districts.

Kyoto, Japan's cultural capital, is famous for its thousands of classical Zen temples, Shinto shrines, traditional wooden houses and peaceful gardens.The ancient imperial capital in the Kansai region of central Honshu plunges travellers into the heart of ancient Japanese heritage, tea ceremonies and geisha tradition.

Osaka is Japan's food capital and a sprawling, bustling port city on the island of Honshu in central Japan. Built on the shores of Osaka Bay, this bustling city draws tourists with its huge historic castle, glitzy neon entertainment districts, friendly local culture and world-famous street food.

Hiroshima is a historic city on Honshu, the main island of Japan, on the Seto Inland Sea in southwestern Japan. On one hand, the city’s message of peace and astonishing rebirth resonates across the world; it beckons visitors with powerful historic monuments, tranquil island sanctuaries, panoramic coastal views and delicious regional cuisine.

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Tour Itinerary

Best Time: Mar–May spring / Sep–Nov autumn

Tailor-Made: 10–18 day cultural & scenic tours

Hotels: Luxury city hotels, traditional ryokans

Flexible: Bullet train (Shinkansen), private transfers, domestic flights

Extensions: South Korea & Hong Kong

Amazing Places

Top Places: Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Mount Fuji, Hiroshima

Best Season: Mar–Apr cherry blossom / Oct–Nov autumn foliage

Scenic Routes: Hakone ropeway & bullet train routes

Highlights: Fushimi Inari Shrine, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Peace Memorial

Extensions: Hokkaido, Takayama & Okinawa

Unique Activities

Best Activities: Tea ceremonies, hot spring (onsen) baths, samurai history tours

Best Time: Spring & autumn for mild temperatures and vibrant colors

Stay Options: Traditional ryokans with kaiseki dining, modern high-rise hotels

Interests: Culture, technology, cuisine, historic temples, nature

Culture: Authentic sushi making, tea traditions, sumo wrestling matches

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