Sendai is the largest city in the Tohoku Region of Honshu Island. With around one million inhabitants, Sendai is one of the country’s 15 largest cities so there’s plenty of things to see and do in the area. Sendai is a modern city, but it was founded in 1600...
Japan is a country where ancient traditions and cutting-edge technology live side by side. As one of Asia’s most technologically advanced nations, it’s fantastic there’s a treasure trove of shrines, temples and castles too. These historical landmarks in Japan are revered even though Japan’s megacities continue to grow at...
A city that truly never sleeps, Tokyo is the largest city in the world when measured by urban area and total population. The metropolitan area of Tokyo is home to nearly 40 million people and the city has been the capital of Japan since 1868. As one of the...
Nagano is the capital and the largest city in Nagano Prefecture in central Japan. The site of the 1998 Olympic Winter Games, there's an array of fun things to do in Nagano. From visiting monkey parks to charming castles, tasting soba noodles and admiring magical fireflies, there’s a lot...
A small city in Japan’s mountainous Tochigi Prefecture to the north of Tokyo, Nikko feels a world away from the hyper modern streets of the capital. Nikko is the perfect blend of small-town culture, filled with historic sites and more than its fair share of natural scenic spots. From...
Sapporo on the Japanese island of Hokkaido is a world-famous winter sports venue and accommodation often sells out early, so researching in advance and booking is definitely advisable. It is the largest city in the northern island of Japan and, indeed, the largest north of Tokyo. Sapporo is located...
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The Ultimate 5-Day Tokyo Itinerary
If you are visiting Tokyo for the first-time, start getting excited! This bustling metropolis is an eclectic mix of new and old, ancient culture...