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.
Hokkaido and Sapporo — A Guide to the Northern Island: Snow, Lavender, Otaru and Getting There
A guide to Hokkaido: Sapporo and the Snow Festival, the Otaru canal, skiing in Niseko, the lavender fields of Furano and Biei, Hakodate and Noboribetsu. When to go, how to get there from Tokyo and how many days you need.
Kamakura — The Great Buddha, Temples, the Enoden Train and Enoshima: The Complete Guide
A guide to Kamakura: the Great Buddha at Kotoku-in, Hase-dera, Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, the bamboo grove at Hokoku-ji, the Enoden coastal train and Enoshima island. How to get there from Tokyo and how to plan the day.
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.
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.
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.
Nikko — Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji: The Complete Guide
A guide to Nikko: the gilded Toshogu complex, Shinkyo Bridge, Kegon Falls and Lake Chuzenji, autumn leaves in October and onsen in Kinugawa. How to get there from Tokyo, what it costs and whether to stay overnight.
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.
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.
Okinawa — Beaches, Churaumi Aquarium, Shuri Castle and the Kerama Islands: The Complete Guide
A guide to Okinawa: Naha and Kokusai Street, the rebuilt Shuri Castle, Churaumi Aquarium, the Kerama Islands for snorkelling, Junglia park and Ryukyu culture. When to go, how to get there and why you want a car.
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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