JAPAN TRAVEL GUIDE
Japan Quick Facts
- Population: 125+ million
- Currency: Japanese Yen (¥)
- Capital: Tokyo
- Best time to visit: March–May & October–November
- Visa: Check here if you can travel visa free. If not you need to check here for more info on your country.
- Religion: predominately Shinto and Buddhist nation
Destinations
Must Eat Food In Japan
Food you need in your life when visiting Japan
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Guides, itineraries & hidden gems All posts are written by me, no AI was used. Everything is based on my own experience.
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Bucketlist Activities In Japan
My favourite experiences worth booking in advance
Dream Hotels In Japan
Handpicked luxury stays you’ll love
Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
Overlooking Kiyomizu-dera Temple, this 5-star hotel is oozing luxury. Sip cocktails on the rooftop overlooking Kyoto, dine in one of their 4 restaurants and get your morning workout at their fully equipped gym. Rooms are modern and spacious with the smallest an impressive 480 sq foot.
The Prince Park Tower Tokyo
Contemporary rooms with insane views of Tokyo Tower and the city skyline. 2 minute walk to Akabanebashi Subway Station. Facilities are amazing with fitness centre, hot-spring spa, indoor swimming pool and 33rd-floor lounge.
Mizno Hotel
Wake up on Lake Kawaguchi to views of Mount Fugi. This is a once in a lifetime hotel, the only problem is that you won’t want to leave your room.
✨ Travel Resources
Affiliate links & tools I personally recommend
Apps To Download In Japan
Small downloads that make a big difference 🇯🇵
Google Maps
Best for subways. Shows ideal carriage + correct exit. Tip: search in Japanese using Google Translate.
YuMi Translator
Reliable offline translator for menus and signs.
Gurunavi
Restaurant reviews and table reservations.
Japan Official Travel App
Up-to-date events and attraction info.
Yurekuru
Real-time earthquake alerts in English.
Japan ATM Navigation
Find ATMs that accept foreign cards.
Wolt
Easy food delivery with lots of choice.
LUUP
E-scooter and e-bike rental app.
Klook / GetYourGuide
Book attraction tickets + tours safely.