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Which months would be best for visiting Japan?
The best time to visit Japan is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). This is when Japan is at its most vibrant, with delicate cherry blossom or bright red leaves adding contrast to the scenery.
What is a good amount of time to spend in Japan?
Generally speaking, two weeks is usually the recommended days that foreigners usually spend in Japan if their only goal is just for sightseeing and traveling purposes. From that two weeks, visitors usually spend around 3 to 5 days in Tokyo and spend the rest in other destinations.
How do I plan an itinerary in Japan?
This guide for planning a trip to Japan will cover:
- Hire a pocket wifi or buy a 4G SIM card for your phone.
- Don’t blindly buy a JR Rail Pass thinking all tourists need it.
- Take time to read these Japan travel guide books.
- Choose your season carefully.
- Buy tickets in advance to popular activities.
Is 4 days enough for Tokyo?
Four days in Tokyo gives you enough time to see the city and make one day trip out of the city. My four-day Tokyo itinerary is the best way to make use of four days in this incredible city.
Are trains expensive in Japan?
Train fares in Japan are very expensive, with no cheap advance-purchase fares just one hefty fixed price for each journey. Even if you are only planning one round trip, a Japan Rail Pass may well save you money over point-to-point tickets. For example, a 7-day Japan Rail Pass costs ¥29,110 = £215 or $268.
What is the best month to visit Japan?
Here is a brief overview of the pros and cons of each month in Japan: January (after the New Year’s holidays) and February can be great if you don’t mind the cold, because there are very few tourists. Late March and early April (cherry blossom season) are beautiful, but it’s one of the most crowded and expensive times of year.
Is it worth it to visit Japan?
It all depends on you! Japan is a beautiful country 365 days a year, and you won’t regret your trip no matter when you go. However, depending on the season, you may see a very different Japan to the one you imagined.
Where are the best places to visit in Japan?
Located in the middle of the country, Honshu is where Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto are all located, and is where most international travelers will start and end their trip, especially if it is your first time in Japan. Another thing to take into consideration is that Japan is a very mountainous country.
When is the best time to visit Japan to see cherry blossoms?
The best time to visit Japan to see the cherry blossoms is in April and May, when the trees are in full bloom and the flowers are at their pinkest. Without a shadow of a doubt, we receive far more inquiries for travel to Japan around cherry blossom season than for any other time of year.