Best Places to Visit in Japan this Autumn
Autumn in Japan is by far my favourite time to travel, with the summer temperatures finally cooling down, and the landscapes across the country being completely transformed.
Japan is an excellent choice for family travel; offering a clean, safe, and efficient environment with top-notch facilities for babies and children.
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Autumn in Japan is by far my favourite time to travel, with the summer temperatures finally cooling down, and the landscapes across the country being completely transformed.
The bright lights of Japan’s capital entice many visitors to the most famous spots, but when in Tokyo it’s best to do as locals do and explore the city’s lesser-known neighbourhoods.
Looking to dive deeper into Japan’s culture and history? Traditional Japanese inns might just be the unique accommodation option you’ve been looking for.
What most people miss when planning a first time itinerary to Tokyo, is the wealth of day trips on offer on the outskirts of the city.
From hiking Japan’s greatest ancient pilgrimage trail to getting lost in centuries-old forests and visiting cultural centres filled with art, here are 6 under-the-radar destinations waiting to be explored.
A world class museum doubles up as a hotel, cutting edge modern art flows along the coastline, and disused buildings are transformed into pop-up galleries.
It’s the third largest city in Japan, and famous the world over. But is Osaka worth visiting in 2024?
Climbing to the 3,776 metre summit of Mt Fuji was the one part of my Japan experience I had yet to complete – until now.
From paradise-style beaches and untouched countryside to spiritual pilgrimages and dramatic volcanic landscapes, Japan has a lot to offer. Here are the best prefectures and months to experience it all.
Rich with history, Ishikawa Prefecture’s Kanazawa has a story to tell around every corner.
For the innately curious and open-minded travellers amongst us, the Golden Route won’t always cut it. Delve deeper into the historical and cultural side of Japan with this two week intermediate itinerary.
Whether you’re looking for sakura-covered city streets, or wild cherry blossoms flanked by historic mountains in the countryside, this guide is your resource for designing the ultimate hanami itinerary.
Wander through the ancient pilgrimage trails of the Kumano Kodo, where nature, history and culture combine in the spiritual heartland of Japan.
Beyond Kyoto’s well-trodden tourist trail lies a city filled with local curiosities, artisans and experiences found nowhere else on earth.
Street food vendors draw crowds for their famous Hakata ramen, Shinto shrines celebrate modern day artworks, and a samurai mansion opens as ryokan hotel.
From luxury ryokans to modern architecture showcases, here are six of my favourite design-focused hotels across Japan’s ever-evolving ancient capital.
From design hotels and creative living spaces to art islands and floating tea houses, Japan has so many unique places to experience art and architecture.
A trip to Yakushima Island promises a different kind of adventure; think ancient forests wrapped in emerald-green moss and mystical waterfalls hidden amidst the mountains.
Explore remote islands only accessible via water buffalo, hike deep into Natural Heritage-protected rainforest, and snorkel amongst coral-fringed shorelines on this rare island adventure.
Everything you need to know before taking a trip to the edge of the world.
Once a quiet residential suburb, Nakameguro is a neighbourhood that has reinvented itself over the years.
7 Reasons to Add Mishima to Your Next Japan Itinerary
For those wanting to break away from the usual destinations and experience the authenticity of local Japanese life, I introduce to you Mishima.
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