The best time to visit Japan depends on what you want from the trip. For comfortable sightseeing weather, April, May, October and November are among the strongest months. For cherry blossoms, many travellers target late March to early April in Tokyo and Kyoto, although bloom dates change every year. For autumn colours, November is particularly … Read more
How much does a 2 week Japan trip cost in 2026? For one person, a realistic two-week Japan budget can range from around ¥180,000–¥250,000 for a careful budget trip to ¥350,000–¥500,000+ for a comfortable mid-range trip, before international flights. Travellers choosing better hotels, ryokan stays, expensive restaurants, theme parks and frequent long-distance transport can easily … Read more
Choosing between the 7-day and 14-day JR Pass is not as simple as matching the pass to the length of your Japan trip. A 14-day holiday does not automatically require a 14-day Japan Rail Pass. In fact, if most of your expensive long-distance train journeys happen within one week, the 7-day JR Pass can make … Read more
Seven days in Japan isn’t enough to see everything, but it is enough for an excellent first trip if you keep your route focused. The biggest mistake is trying to squeeze too many cities into one week. Instead, this 7 day Japan itinerary concentrates on Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, with the option of adding Hakone … Read more