Cities in Japan
The cities worth knowing, and what to do in each.
Mount Fuji and Hakone: A Complete Guide
Complete guide to Mount Fuji and Hakone: how to get there, the Hakone Loop, onsen, the Fuji Lakes, viewpoints, and planning tips. Day trip or overnight from Tokyo.
Hiroshima and Miyajima: Complete Guide
Complete guide to Hiroshima and Miyajima: Peace Memorial Park, the Genbaku Dome, the floating torii gate, Mount Misen, Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki, how to get there and planning tips.
Kanazawa: Kenroku-en, Geisha Districts and Gold Leaf
Guide to Kanazawa: Kenroku-en garden, Higashi Chaya geisha district, Nagamachi samurai quarter, Omicho market, gold leaf crafts and traditional arts — Kyoto without the crowds.
Kawaguchiko and the Fuji Lakes: Guide to the Mountain View
Guide to Kawaguchiko and the Fuji Lakes: viewpoints of Mount Fuji, Chureito Pagoda, Oshino Hakkai village, attractions, accommodation, and planning tips.
Nara: Deer, Temples and the Great Buddha
A complete guide to Nara: the deer park, Todai-ji temple, Kasuga Taisha shrine, and the Naramachi historic quarter. Perfect as a day trip from Kyoto or Osaka, or a quiet overnight stay.
Osaka: Guide to Food, Nightlife and Attractions
Everything you need for Osaka: Dotonbori, Osaka Castle, Shinsaibashi, Universal Studios Japan, where to stay, and a recommended 2-day itinerary.
Kyoto: Guide to Temples, Neighbourhoods and Experiences
Everything you need for Kyoto: Fushimi Inari, the Golden Pavilion, Arashiyama, Gion, when to visit, how to get around, where to stay, and a recommended 2–3 day itinerary.
Takayama and the Japanese Alps: Complete Guide
Guide to Takayama: the historic Sanmachi district, Shirakawa-go villages, morning markets, Hida beef, Kamikochi in the Japanese Alps, and the Takayama Festival — rural Japan at its finest.
Tokyo: A Complete Guide to Neighbourhoods and Attractions
Everything you need for a trip to Tokyo: the key neighbourhoods, must-see attractions, where to sleep, Japanese food, day trips to Hakone and Kamakura, and a 3-day itinerary.
Yokohama: Guide to Japan's Port City
Everything you need for Yokohama: Minato Mirai, Japan's largest Chinatown, Yamashita Park, Sankeien Garden, and Motomachi — and how to combine a visit from Tokyo.
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