Getting there
Japan Airlines and ANA All Nippon Airways offer direct flights from the UK, linking with several Japanese cities. British Airways also have a daily scheduled service directly to Tokyo. Japan is also accessible via most major Asian cities. The flying time from the UK is approximately 11 hours.

Guide to the country
Discover the futuristic city of Tokyo and be prepared for a sensory bombardment with the sights and sounds of a destination like you’ve never seen before. Enjoy the picturesque Nikko, a World Heritage site renowned for Japan’s loveliest shrines. The town of Hakone is surrounded by countryside of peaks and lakes. Take a cable car for a great view of Mount Fuji. Kyoto, formerly the capital of Japan for 1000 years, is what most visitors imagine when they think of traditional Japan. This is a beautiful city of temples, geishas and gardens. Take a wander through Gion, a district of Kyoto; a historic part of the city, also known as the Geisha district. Visit historic Nara, once home to Japan’s emperors. Tour Hiroshima, with its memorial and peace museum. The island of Miyajima is beautiful and a great place to enjoy walks in the natural surroundings and traditional shopping. Try to visit Japan in spring for a chance to see the famous cherry blossom. Japan is famous for its high speed rail network. Experience the world-famous Bullet Train and Japan’s other services. The trains are fast, efficient and very clean. A Japan Rail Pass is offered in set durations from 7-21 days and can be purchased through us in advance. Please call for full details and prices.

When to go
The best time to visit Japan is during spring, from March through to May. During this time the temperature is pleasant and the famous cherry blossom trees are usually in blossom in the latter part of March. Summer, from June through to August, can be hot. June and July are generally the wettest months with monsoon rainfall. Winter, from December to January can be very cold, with snowfall possible.

Important to note
Visas are not required for UK passport holders. Japan is nine hours ahead of GMT. The currency is Yen. Vaccinations are not required for Japan, but for any recommended vaccinations please contact your local doctor.

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