Autumn in Japan is the perfect season for hiking. The vibrant red leaves of the Japanese maple trees make this time of year particularly beautiful, and the cool temperatures provide an ideal...
JAPAN BY SEASON
Japan changes dramatically with the seasons — and each offers something magical to discover. These blog posts are your complete guide to traveling Japan year-round—Japan by season.
Top 12 Places to Enjoy Autumn Leaves in Tokyo
Autumn is one of the best times to be in Tokyo. As the sticky summer heat finally goes away, the air feels crisp and cool, and the city's trees put on an incredible show. Everything turns into...
Prepare for Summer in Japan: 4 Essential Tips to Embrace the Season with Confidence
Getting through summers in Japan can feel like braving a furnace. Depending on your location within Japan, summer can become downright unbearable. Take Tokyo and Osaka, for instance; they're...
Illuminations: An Introduction to Tokyo’s Colourful LED Light Festivals
The streets of Tokyo glimmer with millions of colourful LED lights between the months of November and February when autumn turns to winter, and the days get shorter and colder. Tokyo puts on...
Celebrating Christmas in Japan: Experience Unique Japanese Holiday Traditions
Japan is largely a secular country, so it's not surprising that religious Christmas traditions aren’t widely practised here. Instead, Japan has created its own unique customs and ways to celebrate...