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12 most beautiful winter destinations in Japan
From snowy mountains to a white onsen town, there are plenty of places to make the most of the chilly season
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9 best ice and snow festivals in Japan in 2025
Snow sculptures, icicle illuminations and even ice igloo hotels await at these chilly winter festivals across Japan
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12 best places to enjoy stunning views of Mt Fuji
To see Mt Fuji in all its glory, take a day trip out of Tokyo to these scenic spots in Yamanashi and Shizuoka
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Japan's 8 most underrated prefectures – and why you should visit
Travel off the beaten track to these storybook villages, Edo-era towns with geisha (not Kyoto!) and seaside retreat
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7 best infinity onsen baths in Japan with spectacular views
Pool with a view? Japan does it better by having infinity hot spring baths with breathtaking views of pristine nature
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Here's the official Japan cherry blossom forecast for 2025
Get an idea of when you can expect to see this year’s blooms across Japan in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Sapporo and more
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These are the 11 award-winning travel experiences in Japan for 2025
The Japan Travel Awards 2025 winners are the industry champions of diversity, inclusion, sustainability and hospitality
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Tokyo is ranked as one of the world’s best cities for 2025
This year, the capital comes in at No 31 on the annual Time Out 50 Best Cities list
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See a sky full of lanterns at the Tsunan Snow Festival in Niigata this March
Travel to Niigata prefecture for this breathtaking snow and lantern event on March 8
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See stunning ice sculptures at this annual ice festival in Hokkaido
Get ready for a cool time – the Chitose Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival is returning in February 2025
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Universal Studios Japan’s new Donkey Kong attraction opens this month
Here’s a sneak peek at the new Super Nintendo World extension coming to USJ Osaka this December 2024
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What we know so far about Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
Expo 2025 is less than a year away. Here’s what you can expect at the momentous event, plus how to get tickets
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7 most beautiful train stations in Japan
Take a trip across Japan to see these incredible railway stops in Tokyo, Kyoto, Kanazawa and more
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10 stunning attractions in Japan that don’t look like Japan
Forget Zen gardens – these places make you feel like you’re in Egypt, Bali, Greece and more, all without leaving Japan
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Five places in Japan that look like scenes from Spirited Away
There’s a seaside train station in Ehime and an old Tokyo shop that may have inspired Studio Ghibli's 'Spirited Away'
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10 best onsen destinations in Japan
Warm up as well as rejuvenate your body and mind at these scenic hot spring resorts, easily accessible from Tokyo
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The best Okinawa islands you should visit
The most beautiful places to go for an island getaway in Japan’s own tropical paradise
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Overseas tourists can get this exclusive Sanrio Pasmo transport card
Get discounts on attractions in Tokyo and ride around on the city's trains and buses with the cute Pasmo Passport IC card
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5 most useful tourist services and facilities in Tokyo Station
Find English language support for buying train tickets and planning travel itineraries, plus baggage storage and lockers
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5 best restaurants at Narita Airport Terminal 2’s new Japan Food Hall
Enjoy one last proper Japanese meal in Narita Airport before having to face airplane food on your flight home