Wondered if anyone on here has traveled to or maybe is from Japan - and wondered what the weather and travel would be like at this time of year? Looking at going end of December to January for a month.
Also if anyone has any recommendations of things we must do would greatly appreciate them!
3 Likes
I LOVED Japan when I visited – I went a bit more off-grid, and wrote a feature about it here:
Host to this year’s Rugby World Cup and next year’s Olympic Games, Japan is the destination on everyone’s lips. Tokyo, Kyoto and Kobe all deserve their place in the limelight, but Setouchi is a lesser-known region that even the Japanese consider...
There are some great itinerary ideas here too:
Japan’s distinct culture, futuristic cities and striking natural landscapes make it one of the world’s most spectacular destinations to visit. Although it is not a huge country, it packs a lot in and one of the biggest challenges for a first-time...
1 Like
Thank you! We’ve booked our flights now, so we need to get planning!
1 Like
I loved Japan too!
I just replied in this thread with some recommendations but i think these articles Heather shared mention most things that are a must-visit!
You will have an amazing time! Japan is my favourite place I’ve visited, i’d love to go back.
In Tokyo you must visit the Shibuya Crossing and see the Hachikō statue outside of Shibuya Station. Akihabara is really worth walking around, this area is famous for gaming – it’s quite surreal and unlike anything i’ve seen before. It’s not an area I had heard much about before visiting!
We didn’t stay in Hakone but we stayed not to far from there in Fuji Kawaguchiko. We stayed in the Konansou Hotel w…
1 Like