From classic sights to lesser-known gems and transport tips to seasonal highlights, here’s the lowdown on visiting Japan.

As with many travel destinations, the cheapest time to fly to Japan is during its shoulder season. Shoulder season in Japan runs from late April to early June, and again in September to November.

Rob Goss Kyushu: From Tokyo…to bathing in nature Kyushu: From Tokyo…to bathing in nature The essential guide to visiting Japan’s Hokuriku region The essential guide to visiting Japan’s ...

Nothing captures the imagination of a nation quite like ‘sakura’ season in Japan – and it delivers a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience ...

According to Japan-guide.com, Japan is an amazing place to enjoy solo travel due to the strong infrastructure that exists there. On a cultural level, this is because it is not irregular to enjoy ...

In Japan, the new year holiday is a period of high domestic travel, and Golden Week (late April/early May) sees both domestic and overseas travel originating in Japan. Additionally, events like ...

AFP via Getty Images So, when a curious tourist who was keen to make a better impression than many others asked an etiquette question in a popular Japan Travel Tips group on Facebook ...

Nagano Prefecture, a mountainous region in central Japan just a train ride away from Tokyo, offers all kinds of opportunities for outdoor adventure. Although it’s not far from Tokyo, Nagano is a ...

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