When you pick the right time to visit Japan, your trip just hits differently. Every season shows off a different side of the country, whether you’re swept up in Tokyo’s buzz or tasting your way through Osaka’s wild food scene. Kyoto, with its old temples and quiet streets, somehow gets even more magical when the cherry blossoms pop or the leaves turn fiery in fall. Hiroshima’s a mix of history, culture, and those peaceful waterfront views, and honestly, it’s worth a visit any time of year. If you’re after a break from it all, Hakone’s got you covered with mountain views and those classic hot springs. Wherever you go, each spot has its own seasonal surprises. Time your trip right, and you’ll catch Japan at its absolute best—culture, nature, city life, all of it.
There is no tipping - at all - in Japan. When addressing someone, it is courteous to bow - tourists can get away with a simple inclination of the head - but do remember to show respect at all times. Take off your shoes at...
Kyoto feels like the heart and soul of Japan. You’ll find yourself walking under endless red gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine, staring at the gold-leafed Kinkaku-ji, or wandering through the peaceful Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. By 2026, the Imperial Hotel Kyoto opens up, and it’s on...
Average temperatures in Japan vary wildly across the country. Winter for example brings harsh colds and snow to the western Sea of Japan, regular heavy snow to the mountains, but dry and clear (though cold) weather on the Pacific Coasts. Spring is one of the most pleasant...
Kyoto is bathed in history and home to no less than 17 World Heritage sites and thousands of temples, from Kiyomizu and Sanjusangendo Temples, through to the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and the UNESCO listed Nijo Castle. A must see is the glittering Kinkakuji buddhist temple...
A collection of poignant monuments, dedicated to the victims of the atomic bombing of August 6, 1945. The ruined shell of the Park’s ABomb Dome is one of few buildings to survive the blast, while the moving Children’s Peace monument was built in memory of...
Tokyo is perhaps one of the most unique and vibrant cities in the world. There alone you’ll find some 50 neighbourhoods to explore such as Shinjuku - awash with skyscrapers and all kinds of people, and Ginza which is great for shopping, to the colourful...
People call it “Japan’s Kitchen” for a reason. Food stalls in Dotonbori serve up everything from takoyaki to okonomiyaki, and Osaka Castle towers over the city. Universal Studios Japan keeps getting bigger, especially with Super Nintendo World drawing huge crowds.
This place buzzes with energy. Wander through the glowing streets of Shinjuku, brave the crowds at Shibuya Crossing, or step back in time at Senso-ji Temple in nd Asakusa. If you’re headed there in 2026, make sure to check out the new teamLab Borderless digital art museum—it’s...
Kaiseki is a traditional multi-course Japanese dinner known for beautiful presentation and meticulous preparation techniques. Meals can have more than 14 courses and each Kaiseki meal is the creation of a master chef. Epect seasonal dishes, pickles, hot pots, sashimi, fruit and everything in-between.
Start at the Peace Memorial Park—it’s powerful and unforgettable. Then take a quick ferry to Miyajima Island, where the Itsukushima Shrine’s famous “floating” torii gate looks like something out of a dream.
Japanese cuisine is simply mouthwatering. From Osaka’s (nicknamed Tenka no daidokoro or the nation’s kitchen) savoury pancakes, Udon noodles and Takoyaki and Kanazawa’s traditional seafood fare, through to well-known staples of Japanese cuisine such as sushi, f Miso soup, tempura vegetables and fish, which is...
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