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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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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
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Ise to Kyoto in the Cheap Seats: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 2
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Springtime in Hokkaido’s Biei–Furano
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Backpacking Through Japan – An Overview
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Tips for Catching the Train or Bus in Tokyo
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The Many Eruptions of Sakurajima: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 13
At the southern tip of the Japanese mainland and the island of Kyushu,...
One of the Best Beaches Near Tokyo: A Day Trip To Morito Beach
I’d been feeling under the weather for a few days; sore chest, dry...
The Pacific Ocean, a Pagoda and a Waterfall: Day 5 of Kumano Kodo Nakahechi Route
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You know how some places just feel magical? Onomichi is exactly one of...
Zamami and its Many Beaches: Okinawa Without a Car Day 2
While some visitors to Okinawa never leave the main island, travelers in search...
The Top Things To Do On Miyajima Island
Miyajima, or Itsukushima, is a lush, forested island in Hiroshima Bay and undoubtedly...
Three Instagrammable Tokyo Photo Spots You Can’t Miss
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The Healing Waters of Hitoyoshi: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 11
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As one of Japan’s oldest port cities, Fukuoka has long been an ideal...
Trekking Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Shrine
Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of the most globally recognised...
Hiroshima’s Many-Layered History: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 7
Amongst the different regional varieties of the savory pancake-like concoction known as okonomiyaki,...
Dizzying Heights at Takeda Castle: Tokyo to Okinawa Day 4
Often billed as The Machu Picchu of Japan, the ruins of Takeda Castle...
Kasuga Taisha Shrine: The 3,000 Lantern Shrine in Nara Deer Park
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Crossing the Rainbow Bridge and Diving Into an Odaiba Tour
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Touring Harajuku – Walking the Big Two Part 2
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Capybara Onsen: The Izu Shaboten Zoo
Nestled along the scenic coastline of the Izu peninsula lies the Izu Shaboten...
The Fruit-Shaped Bus Stops of Your Dreams are in Konagai
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