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Japan’s major cities are full of interesting and exciting things to see and do. However, travel a little further afield and you’ll discover sides of Japan you never knew existed. From the distant shores of Okinawa to the sacred trails of the Kii Mountains, a plethora of memorable trips in Japan are waiting for you. Whether you’re escaping on a day-trip, train journey or a meandering road trip, we’ll show you where to go and how to get there. Check out the articles below for some great travel ideas in Japan.
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Crossing the Rainbow Bridge and Diving Into an Odaiba Tour
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Exploring Shinjuku – Walking the Big Two Part 3
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All The Highlights On This 2 Night Naoshima Itinerary
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The Healing Waters of Hitoyoshi: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 11
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Hiroshima’s Many-Layered History: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 7
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Trekking Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Shrine
Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of the most globally recognised...
Sightseeing in Shibuya – Walking the Big Two Part 1
Shibuya and Shinjuku are the two biggest urban centers in Tokyo and two...
The Idyllic Hills of Biei: Exploring A Hidden Gem by Bike, Day 1
Biei lies in the foothills of Mt. Tokachi,...
WeBase Hakata: The Fukuoka Hostel With The Giant Cat Statue
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Dive into This Sea-side Artists’ Haven: The Onomichi Temple Walk and Literature Path
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A Dragon, a Goddess, and a Shrine: Why You Need to Visit Enoshima Island: Part 1
Sun, sky, an epic romance between a goddess and a vicious five-headed dragon,...
Renewal on Miyajima: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 8
The island of Miyajima, also known as Itsukushima, is a short trip away...
First Steps of the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Route: Day 1
Of the many routes of the Kumano Kodo trail, the Nakahechi Route is...
The Okinawa Ferry Voyage: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 14
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Hiking the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage
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From Tokyo to the Snow in 2 Hours! A Gala Yuzawa Day Trip
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How to Ride the Bullet Train in Japan
Riding the bullet train (also known as Shinkansen) is easily the most convenient...
Riding the Isaburo-Shinpei : Tokyo to Okinawa Day 12
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Visiting Nachisan and Kumano Nachi Taisha
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Many people come to Tokyo for the bright lights of Shibuya and Shinjuku....
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Avast Ye! Climb aboard Hakone’s Pirate Ships (a.k.a the Hakone Sightseeing Cruise)
Be ye brave enough to sail Japanese waters? Until One Piece, pirates and...