Japan travel guide

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Japan

Discover Japan — from its landmark cities to its most memorable landscapes and experiences.

Top Experiences

Top experiences in Japan

Live experience inventory from our Viator partnership — real ratings, real reviews, real prices.

Tokyo: Make Your Own Chopsticks Shibuya Live

Tokyo: Make Your Own Chopsticks Shibuya

5.0(359)·1 hr

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$11

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Tokyo Private Curated Tour | Unique Insights & Must Sees Live

Tokyo Private Curated Tour | Unique Insights & Must Sees

5.0(261)·2 hr

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$157

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Akihabara Tailor-made Private Tour for Anime Fans Live

Akihabara Tailor-made Private Tour for Anime Fans

5.0(169)·3 hr

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$126

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Top Cities

Where to go in Japan

The cities and regions travellers plan their Japan trips around.

City guides for Japan are coming soon.

Hotels

Stays in Japan

Live hotel inventory powered by our Booking.com partnership — every booking supports TourBookings.

Prices, availability and reviews are shown live on Booking.com · affiliate partner · anchor city: Tokyo

Road Trips

Iconic drives in Japan

Self-drive routes that turn a trip into the story of a lifetime.

Road trip itineraries for Japan are coming soon.

Travel Guide

Practical tips for Japan

What every first-time visitor should know before they go.

Currency

See local currency

Language

See local languages

Power / Plug

Check plug type before travel

Visa

Check visa requirements for your passport before travel.

Top tips

  • Book flagship tours and hotels early in peak season.
  • Local SIM or eSIM keeps navigation and translation easy.
  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended.

Weather

Japan at a glance

Weather varies by region and season — check forecasts close to your travel dates.

Jan

5° / 15°

Northern winter / southern summer

Apr

10° / 20°

Shoulder season

Jul

18° / 28°

Peak northern summer

Oct

12° / 22°

Autumn / spring

Best Time to Visit

When to travel to Japan

Shoulder months usually offer the best mix of weather, availability and pricing in Japan.

Peak

Peak season varies by region

Shoulder

Shoulder months typically offer the best value

Off-season

Off-season is quieter with lower prices

Featured Tours

Hand-picked tours in Japan

A curated selection of tours travellers rate most highly right now.

Samurai Experience - Learn Bushido through Kendo, in Tokyo Live

Samurai Experience - Learn Bushido through Kendo, in Tokyo

5.0(120)·2 hr

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$101

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Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes "origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy" in 4 hours Live

Experience all of Japanese culture and Japanese food experience classes "origami, udon, Japanese food, green tea, calligraphy" in 4 hours

5.0(117)·4 hr

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$88

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Cozy Tokyo Class: Ramen, Sushi, Sake Pairing & Cultural Exchange Live

Cozy Tokyo Class: Ramen, Sushi, Sake Pairing & Cultural Exchange

5.0(111)·3 hr

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$126

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FAQs

Japan travel questions

Real answers to the questions our travellers ask most.

Is Japan safe for tourists?+

Japan is a popular destination — as always, take normal travel precautions and follow official advice.

What's the best way to get around Japan?+

A mix of domestic flights, rail and rental cars usually works best — the right combination depends on your itinerary.

Do I need travel insurance for Japan?+

Yes — comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended for any international trip.