Places to visit in Japan

Japan’s efficient rail network makes it easy to travel right across the main island of Honshu. En route, you can compare and contrast high-tech Tokyo with cultural Kyoto, and discover the gardens of Kanazawa. On foot, you might decide to walk the 8th-century Nakasendo Highway or the trails of the pine-covered Japanese Alps. Head to the northern island of Hokkaido for wild national parks, including the wetlands of Kushiro-shitsugen. Further south, you’ll find the subtropical island chain of Okinawa with its white-sand beaches and coral reefs.

Our specialists can share their experiences of exploring Japan to help you choose the best places to visit.