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Plan your Japan adventure with detailed, first-hand guides covering everything from classic cities to lesser-visited regions, practical tips and tried-and-tested itineraries

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Planning your first Japan trip? These essential guides will help you build the foundations of your itinerary.

How to Plan a Trip to Japan: Ultimate Japan Travel Guide

The Ultimate Japan Bucket List: 35+ Unmissable Experiences

15 Essential Things You Need to Know Before Visiting Japan

Explore Japan By Area

From Japan’s iconic cities to the dramatic landscapes of Kyushu, explore my travel guides to help you plan each part of your trip.

Tokyo & Mt Fuji

Osaka

Kyoto

Kyushu

Expert Itineraries

Tried-and-tested itineraries based on seven trips exploring Japan, from classic first-time routes to slower regional adventures

Mount Aso Travel Guide: Best Things to Do + 3-Day Itinerary

Kyushu Itinerary: Ultimate 12-Day Road Trip Through Japan’s Most Underrated Island

Nagoya Travel Guide: How to Spend 1 Day in Japan’s Underrated City

The Perfect 3 Day Kyoto Itinerary: How to Avoid the Crowds

Exploring Fuji Five Lakes: 3 Days in Kawaguchiko Itinerary

An Exciting 4 Days in Osaka Itinerary: Perfect for First-Timers!

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Avoid These 5 Common Mistakes

Planning Japan for the first time? Grab my free guide with five things I’d avoid after seven trips to Japan – including practical tips that could save you time, money and frustration.

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