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A mesmerizing tunnel of vibrant orange torii gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto, Japan. The path winds through countless vermilion gates, each inscribed with Japanese characters. A single lantern hangs from the ceiling, illuminating the stone pathway that curves into the distance, creating a stunning perspective of repeating arches that fade into shadow.
Cherry blossom season in Tokyo with colourful pedal boats on river and modern city skyline during magical pink sunset hanami period
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My Experience in Japan

I remember how overwhelming it felt planning my first trip to Japan. Choosing cities, working out trains and deciding how long to spend in each place or what I could realistically fit in. 

This page brings my Japan travel guides together in one place, from itineraries to where to stay, day trips and practical advice. They are my personal tips, read by over 40,000 people a month and focus on making planning Japan easier.

Scroll the list of posts or search your destinations in Japan below and start with the itineraries, then use the area and hotel guides to fill in the detail.

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Three pages from the Japan First-Timer Guide fanned out: the orange torii cover, a phrases page, and a transport tips page

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