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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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Dizzying Heights at Takeda Castle: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 4
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Starting Up and Breaking Down: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 1
Follow our road trip from Tokyo to Okinawa; fourteen days, multiple forms of...
Things to do in Yunomine Onsen
Yunomine Onsen in Wakayama Prefecture
Japan, like other countries...
The Idyllic Hills of Biei: Exploring A Hidden Gem by Bike, Day 1
Biei lies in the foothills of Mt. Tokachi,...
Forests, Lakes and Ancient Trails: Day trips in the Kiso-Valley
Deep in the mountains of Nagano prefecture, sidling the Japanese Central Alps, lies...
WeBase Hakata: The Fukuoka Hostel With The Giant Cat Statue
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Ise to Kyoto in the Cheap Seats: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 2
After a night in the tea fields, our party rose at dawn and...
Caves, Hot Springs, and Sunsets: Why You Need to Visit Enoshima Island: Part 2
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First Steps of the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Route: Day 1
Of the many routes of the Kumano Kodo trail, the Nakahechi Route is...
From Tokyo to the Snow in 2 Hours! A Gala Yuzawa Day Trip
When people think of skiing and snowboarding in Japan, they’re likely to think...
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How to Ride the Bullet Train in Japan
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The High Walls of Shuri Castle: Okinawa Without a Car Day 1
Its frequently said that a car is the perfect way to experience Okinawa....
Japanese Country Town Profile: One Day In Kiso Fukushima
If you’re planning a trip to the Kiso Valley, perhaps to walk the...
One of the Best Beaches Near Tokyo: A Day Trip To Morito Beach
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Monkeys and Ancient Cedar Trees on the Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Route: Day 2
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Ambling Asakusa Tour: A Tour of Old Tokyo Part 3
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The Edo-era remains of Tsumago juku
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Sightseeing in Shibuya – Walking the Big Two Part 1
Shibuya and Shinjuku are the two biggest urban centers in Tokyo and two...
Three Instagrammable Tokyo Photo Spots You Can’t Miss
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A Leisurely Yokohama Seashore Tour
After Japan opened to foreign trade in the middle of the 19th century,...