Best time to visit
The best time to visit is from late March to May and from mid-September to early November.
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Japan round trips: Tokyo meets Kyoto and Mount Fuji
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Japan’s contrasts: Neon lights, nature and kawaii culture
Mysterious temples glow in the first light of day while life pulses through Tokyo’s narrow streets. Between quiet shrines and dazzling neon, Japan unfolds as a country that never stands still – yet always finds moments to pause. Mount Fuji rises like a silent guardian above the landscape. In Kyoto’s gardens, bamboo leaves whisper in the wind. Then come the quiet discoveries: a bowl of noodle soup at a roadside stall, the scent of incense drifting through a hidden temple, a sunset over the sea – unobserved, unfiltered. Japan doesn’t impress with loud spectacle but with moments that stay with you. Between modern life and ancient culture, you experience real adventure.
Tips and info for your Japan trip
Currency
In Japan, you pay with yen (JPY).
Flight time
A direct flight takes around 13 hours, while one with a stopover can take up to 18 hours.
Language
The official language is Japanese, written in characters. In all major cities, you can get by easily with English.
What are the must-sees in Japan?
Japan is full of highlights, but these must-sees belong on your bucket list:
Japan’s impressive metropolises
Japan surprises you at every turn. Tokyo, the megacity that never sleeps, fuses neon lights with deep-rooted tradition – from the buzzing Shibuya Crossing to the calm paths of the Meiji Shrine. Kyoto reveals its spiritual soul among a thousand red torii at Fushimi Inari and the dappled light of Arashiyama’s bamboo forest, where the legacy of the old imperial city lingers in every step. Osaka bursts with colour, nostalgia and the scent of takoyaki – a street food paradise glowing with samurai spirit. In Hiroshima, between the Peace Memorial Park and the floating torii of Miyajima, you feel history, hope and quiet strength intertwine.
By Shinkansen to Mount Fuji
Japan’s highlights aren’t just seen – they’re felt. When the sun rises over Mount Fuji and the sacred peak glows gold, the world seems to pause. Then you board the Shinkansen – 320 km/h of sleek precision, faster than your morning alarm. In Koyasan, you’ll find hands-on zen: tatami floors, temple calm and a vegetarian breakfast shared with monks. And for the perfect finale, soak in an onsen high in the mountains. As steam drifts into the cool air and silence settles around you, you sink into centuries-old deep relaxation.
Cherry blossom season and hanami
Japan’s cherry blossom season (sakura) is world-famous. From late March to early April, parks, temple gardens and riversides transform into a sea of pink. People gather to celebrate this fleeting natural wonder. Hanami, the traditional cherry blossom festival, is an ancient ritual where families and friends picnic beneath the blooming trees. Travelling through Japan during sakura is a true highlight – it captures the essence of life itself. But be quick: the blossoms are fleeting, and their beauty lasts only a few days.
Anime and otaku culture
Akihabara in Tokyo is the epicentre for anime fans, manga lovers and gamers. In the “Electric Town” district, Japan’s pop culture comes to life – flashing neon signs, giant electronics stores, shops filled with rare collectibles, retro arcade halls and maid cafés bursting with kawaii energy. Fancy a deep dive into Japan’s world of illustration? Head to the International Manga Museum in Kyoto, where over 300,000 volumes reveal the history and meaning behind these beloved drawn stories.