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How long for a trip to Japan?

Japan Experience is 35 years of experience in organizing tours in Japan . Each year we help thousands of curious people to discover the land of the rising sun thanks to our various offers .

Do you know exactly what you want to see and where you want to go? Or you are not sure but you want to discover Japan?

We're here for you ! For a stress-free trip , take advantage of the tours created by our Japan specialists . We organize for you all the logistics of the stay : accommodation , flights , airport transfers , Japan Rail Pass , transport card , accompanied activities , etc.

The treasures of Japan are at your fingertips, so go ahead and book a tour!

The first question you ask yourself when you start planning your trip is how long does it take to visit Japan? How many days are needed to visit Tokyo or Kyoto?

Whether you leave for 10 days, 2 weeks or 3 weeks, a circuit will be there to meet your needs and desires. It is possible to discover Japan in 1 month or in 7 days. It depends on what you want to visit and how much time you want to spend there.

 

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Our travel tips for Japan

Ideally, how long for a trip to Japan ?

We recommend a minimum of 2 weeks to discover the Japanese archipelago. This is the minimum travel time in Japan to have time to visit Tokyo, Kyoto and their surroundings. For this, we advise you to spend a minimum of 6 nights in Tokyo and 6 nights in the Kyoto region .

Tokyo is the capital of Japan, a futuristic megalopolis that has kept its ancient soul. Indeed, although steeped in history, the city is nonetheless ultra-modern and full of life. Constantly changing, the megalopolis is the perfect illustration of the Japanese way of life and the technological advances that are being developed in Japan . The skyscrapers of Shinjuku, the nightlife of Shibuya, the nostalgic district of Yanaka, the temple of Sensô-ji or the shrine of Meiji-jingu… Tokyo has so much to offer!

Near Tokyo, the places to visit are:

  • Between lakes and mountains, Hakone is a spa town with a magnificent view of the famous Mount Fuji,
  • Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the temples and sanctuaries of the city of Nikko are an architectural treasure in a green setting,
  • Former capital of Japan, Kamakura is a quiet little town along the Pacific Ocean, known for its large seated Buddha.

Kyoto is the historical and geographical heart of Japan . It was the capital of Japan for more than 1,200 years and there remains a special atmosphere, the city of Kyoto being known as the guardian of the arts and ancestral traditions of the archipelago . In its heart, thousands of Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines are to be discovered, and traditional streets with wooden houses are to be explored.

Near Kyoto, the places to visit are:

  • Osaka , the capital of Japanese gastronomy. Enjoy a delicious Okonomiyaki and spend your evening in a traditional tachinomiya .
  • Former imperial capital, Nara is full of architectural marvels. The city is particularly known for the deer that roam between its temples and shrines.
  • The city of Uji with the magnificent Byôdô-in temple and its "phoenix pavilion", listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Counting the 2 days necessary for the round trip from France to Japan, such a stay therefore lasts at least 14 days.

 

 

Circuit-Durée

But many other treasures are just waiting to be explored in the four corners of Japan .

We recommend, among other things:

And many others… Do not hesitate to contact us directly at contact@japan-experience.com ! Our experts will be able to advise you best according to your passions, your needs and your expectations .

There is therefore no ideal duration for a trip to Japan ! Our experts have created circuits adapted to all to offer you an itinerary adapted to your needs and desires. Discover our all-inclusive stays in Japan , self -guided trips or organized trips .

 

 

7 days / 1 week tours in Japan

But don't worry if you have less time for your vacation. You will have to make choices but visiting the archipelago in 1 week is possible!

And what to visit in Japan in 1 week? For an express trip to discover most of Japan, we advise you to take night flights , visit Tokyo in 3 days and spend 3 nights in Kyoto .

For the logistical side of your trip, we advise you to buy a Japan Rail Pass , which will allow you to take the Shinkansen without constraint. And to facilitate your entire trip, our sim cards give you access to the internet directly on your smartphone, wherever you are!

What activities to do in Tokyo and Kyoto?

To go straight to the point during your visits and not waste time, why not trust our experts? In Tokyo and Kyoto, our Travel Angels, experts in their city and Japanese culture, can welcome and accompany you.

 

What to visit in Japan in 1 week or less?

To get off the beaten track, you can also decide to explore a region of the archipelago in depth in 1 week . Avoid the privileged places of tourists and set off to discover more unknown places in the archipelago.

Our experts are ready to organize an express trip to the archipelago with you. Contact us at contact@japan-experience.com and tell us what you want!

 

 

10 Day Japan Tours

If you have a little less than 2 weeks to travel to Japan, we have itineraries that may be suitable for you.

Visit Japan in 10 days and dazzle your eyes, it's possible!

What to visit in Japan in 10 days?

 

 

15 days / 2 weeks tours in Japan

If you want to travel 2 weeks in Japan, we have many circuits with complete itineraries that allow you to discover a Japan of the cities and a Japan of the countryside, between ancestral tradition and extreme modernity .

What to visit in Japan in 15 days?

Two weeks in Japan is the ideal length to see the essentials .

 

You can also choose a trip with a more unique and specialized itinerary .

 

But also in the four corners of the archipelago...

 

 

21 days / 3 weeks tours in Japan

Our 3-week Itineraries in Japan allow you to discover the archipelago far and wide or to deepen your knowledge on a theme, a passion .

The gardens, the far north, the historic Tokaido road or the Japanese Alps, let yourself be tempted by one of our 3-week tours in Japan.

What to visit in Japan in 3 weeks?

 

 

1 month tours in Japan

If you have the opportunity to travel to Japan for 1 month, it's an opportunity to go further and discover Japan from behind , a jewel still jealously protected from the eyes of most visitors.

What to visit in Japan for 1 month?

 

 

If one of these circuits interests you or if you want to customize one, contact us and let's organize your ideal trip together!

 

 

Here are some tips to help you prepare for your trip to Japan:

 

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