ABTA 38 Years | Mon - Fri: 9am to 5:30pm | Sat: 9am to 5pm | Sun & Bank Hols: 10am to 4:00pm

Japan

Please call free – 0800 707 6229 – for Huge Extra Savings on holidays to Japan

Japan Holidays 2022/23

A land of ancient myths, neon lights, karaoke booths, intricate Shinto temples and sake – an intoxicating mix of the traditional and the modern.  Japan is an exciting country that is constantly growing and developing. You will delight at the wackily themed cafes that range from robots to huskies to reptiles, the emphatic and ostentatious cities that are juxtaposed by rolling rice fields, picture-perfect cherry blossom, the snow-capped peak of Mount Fuji, traditional tea houses, temples and so much more.

The bustling capital of Tokyo is home to the incredible Shibuya Crossing, allegedly the world’s busiest road intersection, where up to 3,000 people could be crossing at any one time, from all directions in what appears to be perfect synchronicity.  The former capital of Kyoto is worth visiting, with its peaceful shrines and sublime gardens, as too is another former capital, Nara, home to one of the largest Big Buddha statues in Japan and where herds of resident sika deer roam Nara Park.

Japan is also a mountainous treasure trove of natural wonders that can be explored on foot, on two wheels and even on two skis!  The instantly recognisable Mount Fuji has been an object of worship and an inspiration to poets and writers since time immemorial. You are bound to want to include a trip on the legendary Shinkansen, or bullet train, the frighteningly reliable rail service that has an average schedule delay of less than half a minute.  On a more sombre note, the city of Hiroshima is home to one of the most poignant, not to mention controversial, UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the Hiroshima Peace Memorial that commemorates the dropping of the first atomic bomb on August 6th 1945.

Information

Currency: Yen

Visas: UK citizens will be automatically issued a tanki-taizai (temporary visitor visa) on arrival. Typically this visa is good for 90 days.

Related Articles

Wendy Wu Special Offers

Save up to £500pp this Autumn | Save up to £300pp on Late Getaways | Save £500pp on Cruise & Beach holidays | Plus, Extra Savings on top from us!

Japan Holidays & Tours

shutterstock_493537408
Abercrombie & Kent Classic Japan

The ideal escape for those keen to embrace both modern and traditional Japan. Journey from futuristic Tokyo to ancient Kyoto, seeing everything a traditional tea ceremony to the world-famous bullet train.

club-med-kiroro-peak-exterior
Club Med Kiroro Peak

Discover Club Med’s brand new ski resort on the Japanese island of Hokkaido, home to plentiful snow and relaxing experiences

club-med-sahoro-hokkaido-exterior
Club Med Sahoro Hokkaido

With stunning views of Mount Sahoro in Japan, Club Med Sahoro Hokkaido promises perfect powder snow and fun-filled family experiences.

club-med-tomamu-hokkaido-exterior
Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido

With ski-in ski-out access to Tomamu Mountain, Club Med Tomamu Hokkaido is a cosy snow escape where powder-perfect slopes meet cultural exploration

tokyo-2
Collette Cultural Treasures of Japan

Immerse yourself in the ancient and modern cultures of Japan. Experience the electric city of Tokyo, where Yanaka Ginza, the “shitamachi” of the city’s old town and explore Kyoto.

Sign Up to Our Newsletter

Get The Latest Offers