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Itsukushima Shrine at sunset in Hiroshima, Japan

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Japan Travel Guide

Hardly a day goes by that you don't hear something about Japan, whether the subject is trade, travel, cuisine, the arts, or Japanese imports ranging from Sony and Toyota to karaoke and anime. Yet Japan remains something of an enigma to people in the Western world. What best describes this Asian nation? Is it the giant producer of cars, computers, and a whole array of sleek electronic goods that compete favorably with the best in the West? Or is it still the land of the geisha and bonsai, the punctilious tea ceremony, and the delicate art of flower arrangement? Has it become, in its outlook and popular culture, a country more Western than Asian? Or has it retained its unique ancient traditions while forging a central place in the modern industrialized world? Read More

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GORPtravel Adventure Trips & Guided Tours

Japan - Land of Fire
Oxalis Holidays
from $4120, 14 days
We will travel from Tokyo to Kyoto and Nara, to see two former imperial capitals and repositories of much of Japan's cultural heritage. Our journey...
Backroads of Japan
World Expeditions
from $4060, 15 days
This is World Expeditions' most popular trip in Japan. We ascend mountain trails and take valley hikes to get a measure of the landscape and its...
Hiking in Japan: Hokkaido
Mountain Hiking Holidays
from $4895, 12 days
Join us on this trip to Japan's northern island of Hokkaido. Hike through forests, meadows, and alpine landscapes. Seize the opportunity to hike to...
Tokyo to Seoul
Gap Adventures
from $2999, 15 days
Japan is an intricate blend of East and West. Korea a complex blend of Confucian ideals and modern economics. This is an unforgettable journey through two fascinating countries with ancient histories and deep traditions. ......
Ancient Empires - Beijing to Tokyo
Gap Adventures
from $2979, 18 days
An incredible journey showcasing the best of two ancient cultures and vastly different empires. From the Great Wall of China and the Terracotta...