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Japan

A thousand years of tradition, next to the future.

Japan is a country of four distinct seasons: cherry blossom in spring, red maples in autumn, deep snow in winter. Its rail network, service standards and safety record are among the best anywhere.

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Best time to visit Mar – May, Oct – Nov

Time zone GMT +9

Currency JPY (¥)

Visa Visa-free for 70+ countries

Flight time 5 – 6 hrs from Hanoi / HCMC

AI summary

Japan runs on contrast: Kyoto’s temples beside Tokyo’s neon, some of the world’s most refined cooking, and a Shinkansen network that crosses the country in hours. Cherry blossom (late March to early April) and autumn colour (November) are the two peaks and need booking well ahead.

Japan at a glance

Population 123 million people

Area 377,975 km²

Capital Tokyo

Currency JPY (¥) Japanese Yen

Language Japanese

Climate Temperate four seasons

Visa Visa-free for 70+ countries

Driving side Left

Power socket Type A, B 100V – 50/60Hz

Japan destination location

6 mapped locations

Tokyo A megacity of Shibuya, Asakusa and Michelin-starred cooking.

Kyoto The old capital: 17 UNESCO sites, temples and the Gion district.

Osaka Japan’s kitchen: Osaka Castle and the Dotonbori strip.

Hakone – Mt Fuji Onsen hot springs with a direct view of Mount Fuji.

Hokkaido The snowy north: the Sapporo Snow Festival and superb seafood.

Hiroshima The Peace Memorial Park and the floating Itsukushima shrine.

Best time to visit Japan

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Weather overview

Average temperature 5°C – 31°C By season

Rainfall 1,700 mm Annual average

Humidity 60% – 80% Average

Sea temperature 16°C – 28°C Okinawa warm year-round

Travel styles in Japan

Luxury Ryokan & luxury hotels Family For all ages Culture Temples & heritage Culinary Japanese cuisine Ski Hokkaido & Nagano Rail Shinkansen MICE Tokyo/Osaka conventions Wellness Onsen Shopping Ginza & Shinsaibashi

Signature experiences

Culture Kyoto temples

Food Sushi & ramen

Nature Blossom & autumn colour

Wellness Onsen bathing

Skiing Hokkaido powder

Rail journeys Bullet trains

City breaks Tokyo by night

Shopping Depachika & craft

Sample itineraries

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5 days Japan Essentials Tokyo – Hakone – Tokyo From USD 1,290/pax 6 days Golden Route Tokyo – Fuji – Nagoya – Kyoto – Osaka From USD 1,590/pax 8 days Classic Japan Tokyo – Hakone – Kyoto – Nara – Osaka From USD 2,190/pax 10 days Japan in Depth Hokkaido – Tokyo – Kyoto – Hiroshima From USD 3,190/pax

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa for Japan?

Around 70 nationalities enter visa-free for up to 90 days. Others, including Vietnamese passport holders, must apply in advance through an authorised agency; processing usually takes 5–8 working days.

When is cherry blossom season?

Late March to early April in Tokyo and Kyoto, later further north. Hotels sell out early — book six to nine months ahead.

Is the Japan Rail Pass worth it?

It pays off if you take several long Shinkansen legs within 7–14 days. For a Tokyo–Kyoto–Osaka loop, point-to-point tickets are usually cheaper. We cost both options for you.

Are cards accepted in Japan?

In cities, yes, but many small restaurants, shrines and local buses remain cash-only. Always carry some yen.

How does a ryokan differ from a hotel?

A ryokan is a traditional inn with tatami floors, futon bedding, hot-spring baths and a kaiseki dinner. We usually place one or two ryokan nights between hotel stays.