Japan blends leading-edge innovation with deep tradition, from immaculate cities and world-class rail to classical gardens, shrines, and culinary mastery. Recognized by Travel World Global Awards™ for exceptional safety, cleanliness, and visitor infrastructure, Japan offers precision, culture, and hospitality in equal measure.

• Tokyo — Cutting-edge cityscapes, dining, design, and culture.
• Kyoto — Temples, teahouses, gardens, and geisha districts.
• Osaka — Street food capital, nightlife, and Universal Studios Japan.
• Nara — Ancient temples, Daibutsu (Great Buddha), free-roaming deer.
• Hiroshima & Miyajima — Peace Memorial Park, Itsukushima Shrine.
• Hokkaido — Powder snow, national parks, onsens, summer wildflowers.
• Okinawa — Subtropical beaches, coral reefs, Ryukyu heritage.
• Hakone & Fuji Five Lakes — Mt. Fuji views, hot springs, museums.
• Kanazawa — Samurai districts, Kenrokuen Garden, crafts.
• Fukuoka — Southern gateway, yatai food stalls, coastal culture.

Official resource: Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO)

Choose from luxury towers, design boutiques, traditional ryokan with tatami and kaiseki dinners, business hotels near stations, and resort properties with onsen access. Book early for peak seasons (spring cherry blossom; autumn foliage).

Official resource: JNTO — Accommodation

Sushi, kaiseki, ramen, tempura, okonomiyaki, wagyu, izakaya culture—Japanese cuisine is seasonal and regional. Respect dining etiquette; reservations may be required at top venues.

Official resource: JNTO — Food & Drink

Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples sit beside contemporary architecture and subcultures. Experience tea ceremony, festivals (matsuri), kabuki, and craftsmanship (kimono, lacquer, ceramics).

UNESCO: Japan — World Heritage

Iconic sites include Fushimi Inari Taisha (Kyoto), Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Todai-ji (Nara), Ise Grand Shrine (Mie), and Himeji Castle (Hyogo).

Official resource: JNTO — Culture & History

Hike national parks from Hokkaido to Kyushu, climb Mt. Fuji in season, ski world-class powder in Niseko, surf Chiba/Shonan, and soak in mountain onsen towns.

Parks portal: Japan National Parks

Major international airports: Tokyo Haneda (HND), Tokyo Narita (NRT), Osaka Kansai (KIX), Nagoya Chubu Centrair (NGO), Fukuoka (FUK), Sapporo New Chitose (CTS).

Efficient rail network led by JR shinkansen for intercity travel; IC cards (Suica/PASMO/ICOCA) streamline urban transit. Taxis are reliable; domestic flights connect remote islands and north–south hubs.

Rail info: JNTO — Transport | JR East | JR Central

From Ginza luxury and Omotesando design to Harajuku street culture and craft markets in Kyoto/Kanazawa. Seek artisanal knives, fabrics, ceramics, and contemporary labels.

Nightlife areas include Shinjuku, Shibuya, Roppongi (Tokyo) and Dotonbori (Osaka). Live music, late-night dining, arcades, and emerging integrated resorts (casinos subject to regulation and phased rollout).

Legal drinking age is 20; public drinking is generally permitted but be respectful. Drug laws are strict with zero tolerance for illegal substances. Follow local etiquette on trains and public spaces.

Many nationalities are visa-exempt for short stays; others require a visa or eVisa. Passport validity and onward travel may be checked. Always verify the latest entry rules.

Official visa portal: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan — Visa

Japanese Yen (¥). Cards and mobile payments are widely accepted in cities; some small shops remain cash-preferred. ATMs that accept international cards are common in convenience stores and post offices.

Practical info: JNTO — Money & ATMs

High-standard medical care is available in major cities. Carry travel insurance. Identify English-speaking clinics in advance for complex needs.

• Emergency Numbers: Police 110, Ambulance/Fire 119

Health advisory: WHO — International Travel & Health

Japan is one of the safest countries globally. Observe guidance for natural hazards (typhoons, earthquakes) and follow official alerts. Tourist information centers can assist in major hubs.

Extensive 4G/5G; rental Wi-Fi routers and prepaid SIMs available at airports and electronics stores. ID may be required to purchase SIM cards.

Winters can be cold in the north; summers are hot and humid. Dress modestly for shrines/temples; pack layers for alpine or coastal trips.

War-free destination with stable governance. Monitor seasonal weather advisories and transport updates during peak travel periods.

Respect shrine/temple etiquette, photography restrictions, and local recycling/sorting rules. Follow signage at protected nature sites and observe festival protocols.

Official portals: JNTO | Japan-Guide (independent resource)