Japan

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Japan traditional”: A trip for people who would like to get to know Japan better and experience it up close. You will be fascinated by the unique harmony with which Japan combines opposites such as ancient traditions and ultra-modern technology. An extraordinary trip to an extraordinary country. On Koyasan you will experience the original monastic life in Japan. The journey on the Shinkansen Super Express train provides a contrast and then takes you to “modern” Japan. During the cherry blossom season in spring or during the Momiji season in autumn, the country shows its most beautiful side.

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Highlights

This room filled with LED lights in Planets was an incredible experience that’s hard to capture with photos.

Planets ended with this room suspended with orchids that slowly move up and down as people walk through.

Shoren-in’s garden was a peaceful retreat in the middle of Kyoto.

Passing through one of the many torii tunnels as we made our way through Fushimi Inari.

The view from the midway point up the mountain

A Shinkansen train (more commonly known as a bullet train) arriving in one of Japan’s train stations.

Tokyo’s Shibuya Crossing

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Anyone who gets to know Japan once will never forget the country. A tour of the secret islands awaits you, with lots of hikes in nature and visits to the big Japanese cities. Our local agencies specializing in Japan will be happy to show you the best of Japan. They will give you the best tips for traveling off the beaten track and discovering the unusual Japan in unknown regions. You will stay in a ryokan, visit Buddhist temples, go hiking and immerse yourself in Zen Buddhist spirituality. Whether private tours with a German-speaking guide, group tours, honeymoons, trekking tours, holidays on the paradisiacal beaches of Okinawa or a family break: just tell us when you want to start and our local agencies will work with you to design a tailor-made trip!

Spring is the ideal time to visit Japan: the climate is mild and the cherry blossoms offer a beautiful spectacle. Autumn is also a good choice thanks to its bright colors. It is recommended to travel during these seasons, and therefore in the off-season, to enjoy the country to the fullest. Winter can be harsh and summer is usually characterized by great heat and lots of rainfall.

To explore the country's most important sights, including Tokyo, Hiroshima, Mount Fuji, Nara and Miyajima, you should have at least two weeks. If you want to travel Japan from east to west, you should plan around 18 days for your trip. And to delve even deeper into the country and its diverse offerings, a three-week tour is ideal. This even offers the opportunity to visit the Okinawa archipelago and its paradisiacal islands.

To discover the different facets of Japan, it is best to be accompanied! Choosing a tour with a local German-speaking guide is the ideal way to get to know the country in an authentic way. Most tours start in Tokyo. From there you can travel to Kyoto, where you can take part in a tea ceremony and receive a private tour of the Kiyomizu-dera Shrine. Hiroshima is also a highlight of every Japan tour, along with Kamakura and Osaka.

Between cities, landscapes, beaches and mountains, a 2-week trip through Japan gives you an impression of numerous highlights all year round. Whether Tokyo, Osaka, Miyajima, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Kamakura, Nara or completely different places - together with our local agency you can create a travel route that suits you through the most beautiful regions of the country. You can also choose a round trip to the pearls of the island of Honshu or plan an art-focused trip to Japan. Regardless of whether you want to immerse yourself in the unusual Japan or your highlight is the Japanese traditions, the best travel route is your individual route!

With its historical heritage, its thousand-year-old traditions and its popular culture, Japan fascinates young and old alike. Would you like to discover the country's major capitals? For your first family explorations from Tokyo to Kyoto, a 2-week tour is ideal. As a family, you will receive a warm welcome from the Japanese during this trip. But a trip to the land of the rising sun with your family promises even more unforgettable adventures. From Tokyo, the playful urban jungle, to Kyoto, the jewel of Japanese history, to Nara and its free-roaming deer, Kanazawa and its samurai houses or Hakone and its mystical atmosphere at the foot of Mount Fuji, discover Japanese traditions with your family! To make your trips as pleasant as possible, we recommend that you avoid summer with its high humidity.

In spring, especially in April, you can admire the famous cherry blossoms in Kyoto. The city shines in a sea of ​​pink blossoms that attracts travelers from all over the world. This time is ideal for strolls in the numerous gardens of Kyoto and a visit to the Ryoan-ji garden. Autumn, especially October, fascinates with the colorful foliage. The maple trees in Kyoto then show their magnificent red and gold colors, resulting in a picturesque backdrop. Nature fans enjoy strolling through the temple gardens and experiencing the autumnal beauty. In summer, despite the heat and humidity, the famous Gion Matsuri and numerous other festivals beckon. Winter also has its charm: Kyoto under a blanket of snow offers a unique and peaceful atmosphere, perfect for visiting the countless temples and shrines or the geisha district in the city.

Japan makes you dream, but the fabulous landscapes of China or South Korea also attract you? Why not both! A trip from Seoul to Tokyo will take you to the faces of the Far East. This is your chance to explore these two countries, which are historically closely linked and have surprising cultural similarities and differences. It is also possible to plan a combined trip between Japan and China from Beijing to Tokyo and Kyoto. Whether in summer, autumn, winter or spring - you decide on your travel destinations and we will provide you with a local agency to help you organize everything.

Japan is a vast territory with a thousand facets. To discover it, a road trip is one of many options. However, going around the country would take quite a bit of time. Therefore, if you want to go on a road trip in Japan, we recommend visiting a specific region. Otherwise, travelers usually use the country's wonderful public transport system to explore Japan. Almost everything can be discovered by train. A round trip by train allows you to get to know the spirit of the archipelago in all serenity - from the treasures of Nara, the thousand-year-old traditions of Kyoto, the glittering madness of Osaka, historic Kamakura to the warmth of the Japanese people.