Our Bite-Sized Japan Trips
Create your own ideal holiday
Whether you want to immerse yourself in ancient culture or marvel at the bright lights of Tokyo, we have a Japan trip ideally suited to you. Choose your favourite bite-sized trips below and our destination experts will create a tailor-made holiday just for you.
Not sure where to start? No problem, take a look at our full itineraries or just get in touch and we’ll talk you through the options.
One of the world’s truly great cities, and also one of the most surprising, Tokyo is a thrilling mix of the past and future. Amongst the sci-fi neon signs and cutting-edge architecture, you’ll find beautiful remnants of Japan’s shogun past waiting to be explored.
One of the world’s truly great cities, and also one of the most surprising, Tokyo is a thrilling mix of the past and future. Amongst the sci-fi neon signs and cutting-edge architecture, you’ll find beautiful remnants of Japan’s shogun past waiting to be explored.
When you think of Japan, you might imagine picture perfect ancient temples, perfectly manicured zen gardens and time honoured tea ceremonies. Well, that’s Kyoto in a nutshell!
When you think of Japan, you might imagine picture perfect ancient temples, perfectly manicured zen gardens and time honoured tea ceremonies. Well, that’s Kyoto in a nutshell!
Mount Fuji dominates the Tokyo skyline and is one of Japan’s most iconic images. During this trip you’ll stay in Hakone, located near the foot of the mountain and beside Ashino-ko Lake, providing a spectacular setting from which to take in the majesty of Fuji.
Mount Fuji dominates the Tokyo skyline and is one of Japan’s most iconic images. During this trip you’ll stay in Hakone, located near the foot of the mountain and beside Ashino-ko Lake, providing a spectacular setting from which to take in the majesty of Fuji.
Hiroshima will always be known for the events of 1945, but this once war-shattered city is now a place of love and prosperity. You’ll spend two nights here, and will find a welcoming atmosphere and thriving food scene.
Hiroshima will always be known for the events of 1945, but this once war-shattered city is now a place of love and prosperity. You’ll spend two nights here, and will find a welcoming atmosphere and thriving food scene.
The Nakasendo Trail is an ancient walking trail of the Edo period that connects Tokyo with Kyoto. You’ll spend two nights in Kiso-Fukushima, exploring the historical and important checkpoint on the Nakasendo, before embarking on the famous hike from Magome to Tsumago.
The Nakasendo Trail is an ancient walking trail of the Edo period that connects Tokyo with Kyoto. You’ll spend two nights in Kiso-Fukushima, exploring the historical and important checkpoint on the Nakasendo, before embarking on the famous hike from Magome to Tsumago.
Osaka is known for its unique culinary delicacies, giant skyscrapers and Samurai past. During your two days here you’ll visit ancient temples, conquer steps to stunning views and bask in the neon lights of the central district’s bustling markets and arcades.
Osaka is known for its unique culinary delicacies, giant skyscrapers and Samurai past. During your two days here you’ll visit ancient temples, conquer steps to stunning views and bask in the neon lights of the central district’s bustling markets and arcades.
One of the most sacred regions in Japan, the atmospheric town of Koyasan is not to be missed. Ride the cable car, sleep in an ancient Buddhist temple, and explore the local region.
One of the most sacred regions in Japan, the atmospheric town of Koyasan is not to be missed. Ride the cable car, sleep in an ancient Buddhist temple, and explore the local region.
Take a trip back in time to Takayama. You’ll spend two nights in this atmospheric town, wandering the streets of the Sanmachi-suji district and getting lost in its culture and intangible charm.
Take a trip back in time to Takayama. You’ll spend two nights in this atmospheric town, wandering the streets of the Sanmachi-suji district and getting lost in its culture and intangible charm.
Spend a couple of days exploring Kanazawa on Japan’s western coast, an attractive city bursting with culture, history, and delicious seafood. Largely untouched by the war, the city boasts beautifully preserved Samurai and Geisha districts, as well as one of the country’s finest gardens, all centred around the impressive Kenroku-en Castle.
Spend a couple of days exploring Kanazawa on Japan’s western coast, an attractive city bursting with culture, history, and delicious seafood. Largely untouched by the war, the city boasts beautifully preserved Samurai and Geisha districts, as well as one of the country’s finest gardens, all centred around the impressive Kenroku-en Castle.
Nestled amongst Japan’s beautiful Alpine mountains, you’ll find the cosmopolitan little city of Matsumoto – your tranquil base for the next couple of days. Flanked by imposing peaks to the east and west, Matsumoto is also home to a magnificent wooden castle at its heart, attractive Edo-period streets to stroll around at leisure, along with a vibrant and proud population.
Nestled amongst Japan’s beautiful Alpine mountains, you’ll find the cosmopolitan little city of Matsumoto – your tranquil base for the next couple of days. Flanked by imposing peaks to the east and west, Matsumoto is also home to a magnificent wooden castle at its heart, attractive Edo-period streets to stroll around at leisure, along with a vibrant and proud population.
Feel like a samurai walking the sacred path of Kumano Kodo, one of the only two pilgrimage routes in the world recognised by UNESCO. In the next few days you’ll hike through a network of ancient trails connecting significant shrines and temples. You’ll explore the most picturesque part of the Kii peninsula with its everchanging landscape as you walk through the forests, along the rivers and past the mountains and waterfalls. This is a walk to remember!
Feel like a samurai walking the sacred path of Kumano Kodo, one of the only two pilgrimage routes in the world recognised by UNESCO. In the next few days you’ll hike through a network of ancient trails connecting significant shrines and temples. You’ll explore the most picturesque part of the Kii peninsula with its everchanging landscape as you walk through the forests, along the rivers and past the mountains and waterfalls. This is a walk to remember!
Add a cheeky beach break to your adventures in Japan. Think swaying palms, white sandy beaches and warm tropical waters. Top it up with neon lights and buzzing cities, and that’s Okinawa in a nutshell. Explore the underwater world on a snorkelling trip, relax by the pool and don’t forget to sample local cuisine, totally different to what you’ve already got used to!
Add a cheeky beach break to your adventures in Japan. Think swaying palms, white sandy beaches and warm tropical waters. Top it up with neon lights and buzzing cities, and that’s Okinawa in a nutshell. Explore the underwater world on a snorkelling trip, relax by the pool and don’t forget to sample local cuisine, totally different to what you’ve already got used to!
Speak to our Japan specialist, David
“I love the retro-futuristic vibes of Tokyo, not to mention the tasty donburi! Staying in a traditional ryokan and bathing in the natural hot springs (onsen) are particular highlights for me.”
