Japan
Japan holidays offer a blend of ancient tradition and modern innovation, best experienced during spring (late March–April) for cherry blossoms or autumn (October–November) for foliage. Key attractions include Tokyo’s neon, Kyoto’s temples, Hakone’s hot springs (onsen) and Mount Fuji, and Sapporo’s winter festivals
Japan
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Japan is a beguiling land of contrasts; a place where ancient aesthetics and traditions sit happily alongside hypermodern urban culture and technology. Such exciting contrasts, combined with the friendliness of the Japanese people, unrivalled customer service and transport facilities, make travelling in Japan a joy.
It’s a country of futuristic cities and quiet mountainside towns, where whizz-kid technology meets time-honoured traditions. Delight in experiences you can only have here: have sushi served by a robot in Tokyo, see snow-capped Mount Fuji from the window of a bullet train and walk through thousands of torii gates in the ancient capital Kyoto.
Top Destinations & Experiences
Tokyo: A bustling mix of modern skyscrapers, luxury shopping, and traditional temples.
Kyoto: The heart of traditional culture, featuring UNESCO temples, tea ceremonies, and bamboo groves.
Mount Fuji & Hakone: Popular for hiking, boat trips, and relaxing in hot spring baths (onsen).
Osaka: Known as Japan's "food capital," offering vibrant street food and lively nightlife.
Hokkaido: A winter wonderland with premier ski resorts and the famous Sapporo Snow Festival.
Hiroshima: Features the sobering Peace Memorial Park and the scenic Itsukushima Shrine.
Take part in traditions like tea ceremonies and kimono fittings. Visit an onsen town in the mountains to bathe in a bubbling natural hot spring. If you visit in spring, you might catch sakura season, when festivals pop up alongside blushing cherry blossoms. Hanami is the tradition of flower viewing – you won’t be able to resist joining in.
Also irresistible are the hot, heart-warming bowls of ramen whipped up behind sliding doors, the delicately crisp tempura served with udon noodles and the katsu curries soaked into rice. Japan is home to one of the most exciting and influential cuisines in the world. Ready to dig in? Book your flights to Japan now. British Airways flies direct to Tokyo. Our partnerships with Finnair, Iberia and Japan Airlines allow you to fly to several Japanese cities with just one stop.
Best Times to Visit
- Spring (March–May): Mild weather and famous cherry blossoms (sakura), making it the most popular time.
- Autumn (September–November): Comfortable temperatures and stunning red/orange maple leaves (koyo).
- Winter (December–February):
Ideal for skiing in Nagano, visiting hot springs, and experiencing the Sapporo Snow Festival.
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