Luxury Japan Holidays

Would you love to experience a land of vibrant neon-lit cities, delicious food and fascinating history?  Japan is the destination for you.  In Japan you can delve into over 200,000 years of history, while the next moment whisks you into a futuristic wonderland.  There is so much to explore in this fascinating country and our holiday planners will help you craft the perfect itinerary.

FUTURISTIC CITIES, ANCIENT SHRINES, BEAUTIFUL CUSTOMS

A kaleidoscope of stunning colours awaits you in Japan from urban metropolises to stunning mountain peaks and lush green valleys dotted with ancient temples. Japanese city culture is ultra-modern, with frequent reminders of Japan’s rich culture.  Visit the bright lights of Tokyo for Michelin-starred dining, and the newest trends and technology. Catch a glimpse of the cutting-edge fashions of the quirky Harajuku Girls and sing your heart out in a 24-hour karaoke bar.  Take a short trip north of the city to Nikko which is a calm oasis away from the frenetic city, and home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

The city of Osaka in renowned for its incredible local gastronomy and endless miles of canals and river channels.  Another busy city with modern architecture, tireless nightlife and stunning cherry blossom trees which come into glorious bloom at the end of March and early April.

No city tour of Japan is complete without experiencing the more traditional cultural capital of Kyoto where you will discover the delicate Geishas, intricate temples and stunning gardens.   

A lightning speed bullet train ride from Tokyo will transport you to Hakone National Park with its backdrop of hot spring towns and the majestic sight of Mount Fuji. 

Hiroshima has a haunting history, but it has emerged into another of Japan’s vibrant and cosmopolitan cities with intriguing museums and historical monuments dotted amongst bright tree-lined boulevards and pretty gardens.

Japan promises endless unforgettable experiences and we can help you plan them all into a perfect itinerary.

Top 5 things to do in Japan

• Rent a bike to explore the incredible countryside.
• Eat like a local in the Ikaya (street bars) in Tokyo.
• Visit Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park.
• Sample sake at the Meishu Center, Yokohama.
• Soak in the steaming hot waters of an onsen (hot spring bath).

Top 5 facts about Japan

• Almost four-fifths of Japan is covered by mountains.
• Japan is an archipelago of 4 main islands: Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu, and around 4000 smallers islands.
• It’s believed the nutritious Japanese diet contributes to the Japanese people being one of the longest living populations in the world.
• Japan is the only country in the world with a reigning emperor.
• Japan has around 200 volcanoes, 60 of them are still active.