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Japan

Cherry blossom spring and autumn colours, with fast trains between cities.

Japan at a glance
Best time to visit	Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Region	Asia
Main airports	HND

Japan

Guides for Japan

Things to do
Things to do in Tokyo: temples, neon, food and day trips
The best neighbourhoods, sights and experiences in Tokyo, how to book the popular ones, and easy day trips to Mount Fuji and beyond.
Itineraries
10 days in Japan: a first-timer's itinerary for Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
Day-by-day plans, how to use the bullet train and an IC card, and whether a Japan Rail Pass is worth it.
Best time to go
Japan cherry blossom 2027: when and where to see the sakura
Typical bloom dates city by city, how to use the forecasts, and the best spots in Tokyo, Kyoto and beyond.
Itineraries
Japan ski holidays from Australia: Niseko, Hakuba and when to go
The best months for powder, how to get to the main resorts, and how to add Tokyo or Kyoto to a snow trip.
Best time to go
Best time to visit Japan: cherry blossom, autumn and quiet months
Japan's seasons change the trip completely. Here is what each one brings and when to avoid the crowds.
Itineraries
7 days in Japan for families: Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka
A first-timer's week that keeps travel days short, with tips on trains, food and booking ahead.

Popular tours and tickets in Tokyo

Starting prices, checked 11 Nov 2026. They can change.

Flights to Japan

Flights to Japan
Route	Airports	Return from	Best season at destination
New York to Tokyo	JFK → HND	$803	Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Los Angeles to Tokyo	LAX → HND	$665	Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Sydney to Tokyo	SYD → HND	A$916	Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Hong Kong to Tokyo	HKG → HND	$245	Mar–May, Oct–Nov