Japan travel guides
Expert destination guides for every corner of Japan
Verken Japan se stede
Van antieke hoofstede tot moderne metropole, ontdek gedetailleerde gidse vir elke groot bestemming wat met jou Japan Rail Pass toeganklik is.
Tokyo
東京Japan se vibrerende hoofstad wat ultramoderne tegnologie met tradisionele tempels en tuine vermeng.
Kyoto
京都Die kulturele hart van Japan met meer as 2 000 tempels, heiligdomme en tradisionele geisha-distrikte.
Osaka
大阪'n Kosparadys bekend vir straatkos, naglewe en 'n vriendelike atmosfeer in Japan se kombuis.
Hiroshima
広島'n Stad van vrede en veerkragtigheid, die tuiste van die ikoniese Itsukushima-heiligdom op Miyajima.
Nara
奈良Antieke hoofstad bekend vir vriendelike takbokke wat vrylik tussen historiese tempels rondloop.
Sapporo
札幌Hokkaido se grootste stad, bekend vir wintersport, bier en die beroemde Sneeufees.
Fukuoka
福岡Gateway to Kyushu with famous ramen, beautiful beaches, and rich history.
Okinawa
沖縄Tropical paradise with pristine beaches, unique culture, and World War II history.
Kobe
神戸Cosmopolitan port city famous for Kobe beef, sake breweries, and harbor views.
Yokohama
横浜Japan's second-largest city with a stunning waterfront and Chinatown.
Kanazawa
金沢Well-preserved Edo-era districts, stunning Kenroku-en garden, and traditional crafts.
Himeji
姫路Home to Japan's most spectacular original castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Nagasaki
長崎Historic port city with Dutch and Portuguese heritage and powerful peace memorials.
Sendai
仙台City of Trees and gateway to scenic Matsushima Bay and Tohoku region.
Nagoya
名古屋Industrial hub with a magnificent castle, Toyota heritage, and great food.
Nikko
日光Mountain retreat with lavishly decorated shrines, temples, and stunning nature.
Takayama
高山Beautifully preserved old town in the Japanese Alps with traditional architecture.
Gifu
岐阜Famous for cormorant fishing and the historic Shirakawa-go village nearby.
Okayama
岡山Known as the Land of Sunshine with one of Japan's top three gardens.
What each guide includes
Everything you need to plan your visit to each destination.
Top attractions
Must-see sights and hidden gems in each city
JR access information
How to reach each destination using your JR Pass
Recommended itineraries
Day-by-day plans to maximize your visit
Local food guide
Regional specialties and where to find them
Seasonal highlights
Best times to visit and seasonal events
Practical tips
Local customs, transportation, and insider advice
Travel to all destinations with your JR Pass
The Japan Rail Pass is your key to exploring all 19 destinations in our travel guides. From Tokyo to Hiroshima, Sapporo to Fukuoka, travel unlimited on JR trains including the iconic Shinkansen bullet trains.
Choose from 7, 14, or 21-day passes and create your perfect itinerary across Japan's incredible railway network.