Japan

Japan is a beautiful contradiction—where centuries-old temples sit quietly beside neon skylines, and sushi chefs share the same precision as robot engineers. It’s a country that balances peace and pulse, elegance and excitement, all in perfect harmony. Whether you’re soaking in an onsen in the mountains or singing karaoke in Shibuya at 3 a.m., Japan will leave you wide-eyed, full-hearted, and already planning your next trip.

Major tourist highlights

Tokyo is the obvious starting point: futuristic, frantic, and fascinating. Shibuya’s crossing, Harajuku’s fashion, and Asakusa’s temples make it impossible not to fall in love. Kyoto slows things down with golden temples, bamboo groves, and tea ceremonies that feel like time travel. Osaka brings food and fun in equal measure, while Nara charms with bowing deer and ancient shrines. And then there’s Mount Fuji—majestic, moody, and utterly magnetic.

Hidden things we love

Beyond the bullet trains and big cities, Japan’s magic hides in the details. Sleep in a ryokan (traditional inn) and wake up to the scent of tatami and miso soup. Wander through Kanazawa’s samurai quarters or explore Naoshima, an island turned into an open-air art museum. In winter, head north to Hokkaido’s powder snow and secret onsens surrounded by forest silence.

Food highs

You could eat every meal in Japan for a year and still be surprised. Sushi, ramen, tempura, yakitori—it’s a culinary wonderland. Tokyo’s street food in Ameyoko Market, Osaka’s takoyaki, Kyoto’s matcha everything, and fresh seafood in Hokkaido are the highlights. Even convenience stores here are an experience—where else can you find a perfect bento box next to a heated can of coffee?

Adrenaline highs

Japan’s thrills are beautifully varied. Ski down Niseko’s world-famous slopes, surf in Shonan, or hike Mount Fuji at sunrise. For the daring, go karting through Tokyo’s streets dressed as your favourite cartoon character, or try white-water rafting in Gunma’s Tone River. And for theme park lovers—Universal Studios Osaka and Tokyo Disneyland are pure joy.

Fantastic themed festivals

Here’s where Japan truly shines. Cherry blossom season transforms the country into a pink dreamscape, with picnics, sake, and endless photo ops. But the real magic? Its quirky festivals—like the snow sculptures of Sapporo Snow Festival or the neon madness of teamLab Planets. And then there’s Ultra Japan, Tokyo’s EDM festival that brings global DJs and glow-stick energy to the city’s futuristic heart.

Must sees

Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Mount Fuji, Nara, Hokkaido, Kanazawa, Naoshima, and the cherry blossoms that define spring. Japan isn’t a trip—it’s an awakening, one that hums quietly beneath the surface and stays with you long after you leave.