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Salut à tous!

Je compte partir pendant un mois au Japon cet été. Je cherche des infos pour avoir un vol sec le moins cher possible pour Tokyo. Savez-vous où je pourrais avoir les meilleurs tarifs?

En ce qui concerne le train au Japon quelle est la meilleure formule pour se balader pendant un mois dans tout le pays? L'auto-stop est-il autorisé? Si oui, est-ce que le stop marche pour un occidental?

Merci d'avance pour vos réponses!

Séb

Salut tout le monde!

Je viens d'acheter un billet TDM chez les Connaisseurs 🙂 (2400 euros + taxes et assurance Marco Polo), départ le 25 février 2005 :

Australie (Sydney/Canberra) - fin février Tasmanie - mars Nouvelle-Zélande (les 2 îles) - mars/avril Malaisie (Singapour) - fin avril Chine (Hong-kong/Pekin) - mai Japon (Osaka/Tokyo) - mai/début juin * Sibérie (Vladivostok/Kamtchatka) - juin ?? Etats-Unis (Los Angeles) - juin Alaska (Anchorage et la pointe ouest) - juin Etats-Unis (Californie/Yellowstone/Chicago/New-York) - juillet Canada (Montréal/Ottawa) - août et enfin Londres et Paris.

* : si j'arrive à avoir un visa pour passer 1 mois au Kamtchatka, je ferai une longue randonnée (en solo?) pour voir ours, lynx, pygargues, geysers et autres volcans, en décalant toutes mes dates. D'ailleurs si quelqu'un a un tuyau pour avoir un visa facilement, je suis preneur.

Thèmes principaux : l'origine de la vie (réelle et artificielle), la vie en condition extrème (dans la nature et les labos que je vais visiter), les geysers dans le monde (NZ, USA, Alaska et Kamtchatka). Le programme est très chargé... 😉

Question logement je vise le budget zéro : dans la nature en couchant sous la tente, et en ville chez l'habitant gratuitement (via HospitalityClub que j'ai déjà testé avec succès).

Je voyagerai donc seul mais je ne désespère pas trouver quelques coéquipiers sur mon chemin, alors ceux que ça intéressent, n'hésitez pas à écrire!

Pierre

bonjour, voila j aimerais aller au japon, mais en faisant escale un ou deux jours d abord a singapour puis a hong-kong, shanghai, Pekin et enfin Tokyo. Est-ce que ce que j entreprend est possible tout d abord? Faut-il que je réserve les billets a l avance, puis une fois sur place les retirer, ou bien me les faire envoyer par la Poste, ou encore passer par une agence de voyage? merci pour vos réponses.

Bonjour ou Bonsoir à tous les merveilleux membres de ce forum !!!

Me voici pour vous demander conseils, avis, opinions, ...sur ce qui suis...

Ja pars du 30/07 au 15/08 2005 environ au japon rejoindre ma chérie qui terminera un stage de 2 mois là-bas. Soit à Tokyo, soit à Sendai dans un laboratoire.

L'idée est que je la retrouve pour passer 15 jours dans ce magnifique pays et donc nous commençons à regarder ce que nous pourrions faire ;-)

J'ai déjà fait une tite recherche sur le forum et des questions ont déjà trouvé des réponses ;-)

Cependant j'aimerais en savoir encore plus : que me conseillez-vous pour le billet d'avion ? (tarifs, ...) nous penson faire l'itinéraire suivant, Tokyo (2jrs complets), Nikko (1jr), de Tokyo à Hakone via Kamakura, visite Hakone jusqu'à Kyoto (nuit), visite Kyoto, Kobe, Himeji (nuit), Miyajima, Hiroshima(nuit), Kurashiki, Okayama, Nara (nuit), visite Nara, Osaka (nuit). Votre avis ? Pour les hébergements, quels budgets estimez-vous, dans quels type d'hébergements (ryokan, ...) ? Les réservations doivent se faire longtemps à l'avance ? Pour les déplacements, quel est le plus pratique ? Voiture ou bien les transports en communs sont bien développés et pas plus cher ? Est-ce lorsque l'on visite des temples, ....tout est payant ? Quel budget faut-il prévoir pour 15 jours à 2 en nourriture ?

Enfin j'aimerais tout savoir sur vos connaissances concernant le Japon :-)

Merci d'avance pour vos conseils avisés.

@ très vite certainement ;-)

Jé

P.S. Espérons que ce message regroupe un max d'infos et puisse servir à bcp d'entre vous...

Salut!

en 2005 je serai en asie et, avec mon ami, on pense faire un "détour" par la nlle-calédonie pour revoir des amis et profiter d'aller un peu plonger.

Savez-vous depuis quel aéroport d'asie et avec quelle compagnie je pourrais m'y rendre?

merci bcp🙂

Tout d'abord je voudrais féliciter air france pour ses nouvelles classes de voyage introduites depuis environ 3 mois.Chaque classe possede un ecran video individuel, des reposes pieds meme en classe eco....Il y a 1 mois j'ai effectue un vol paris/tokyo/paris en l'espace première et quellle ne fut ma surprise face a ce changement radical(on y retrouve cette ambiance concorde) notamment par rapport a l'ancienne first qui d'annee en annee semblait de plus en plus désuet!!Je respecte complètement les avis favorables des internautes concernant la singapore airlines puisqu'il m'arrive encore de l'utiliser cependant j'ai l'intention d'utiliser dans le futur la compagnie AF pour mes deplacements privés et professionels.

encore un grand bravo!!!!

salut

il semble que pour des raisons de cout carburant qui ne cesse d'augmenter, les compagnies aeriennes sont de plus en plus dures avec le depassement de franchise et font payer au prix fort tout depassement....

c'est en tout cas ce que nous avons vecu aujourd'hui sur air france, pour la premiere fois etant pourtant client regulier AF tokyo-paris....

tout est rentre dans l'ordre apres discussion mais c'est vraiment nouveau........et la premiere fois....

avez vous eu ce genre d'ennui sur autres compagnies depuis qq temps ?

Bonjour à tous,

J'ai l'intention de partir au Japon d'ici un an ou 2 avec mon copain. Nous aimerions bien voir Tokyo, Kyoto et Okinawa.😄

Pouvez-vous me dire qu'elle est à la meilleure période pour visiter ces endroits du Japon?

Combien (+/-) pouvons-nous compter pour un voyage pareil? Pour le logement, nous préférons les Ryokan pour avoir le côté typique du pays 😉

Est-ce quelqu'un à déjà visité ces endroits? Si oui, vos avis/conseils ou impressions sont les bienvenus.

Merci d'avance 😛

Bonjour a toutes et tous

Je recheche une bonne tarification Montreal- Bangkok

Je sais que c'est encore loin, mais j' ai pour projet de partir 2 mois( surement seule) en Janvier et février prochain pour la Thaillande- Laos et ....

Y aurait il des québécois qui ont déjà fait ce voyage ?? et avez vous fait Mtl-N.Y / N.Y-Tokyo / Tokyo- Bangkok ???

Une fois arrivée à BKK, je ne me fais pas trop de soucis, j'irai ou le vent me guideras .. mais le Nord m' attire plus que le sud.

Bon les tis z' amis québecois, a s't'heure j' attend vos conseils ....😛

Une française immigrée dans votre beau pays ..😏

Bonjour à tous,

Nous préparons actuellement un tour du monde de 4 mois (06 à 10/2004) avec nos 2 enfants (7 et 9 ans). Nous passerons notamment par Montréal, New-york, Tahiti (Papeete, Mooréa, Bora-Bora) ; Auckland, Sydney, Darwin, Tokyo ou Honk-kong.

Nous recherchons des herbergements bon marché dans ces villes, si vous avez des bonnes adresses et des bons plans qui correspondent à notre situation, merci de nous les envoyer. Nous recherchons également des bons « tuyaux » pour savoir où entreposer nos bagages pendant les visites de ces villes

D’avance merci pour votre aide 😉Gil & Anick

bonjour, 🙂

Toute nouvelle dans ce forum, je m'y adresse car je prépare actuellement avec mon ami un voyage au Japon pour le mois d'octobre (durée : 4 semaines).

Ca y est nous avons notre billet, arrivée à Fukuoaka et retour de Tokyo ; nous avons choisi l'ile de Kyushu dès le départ car nous sommes passionnés de volcans ; puis nous remonterons sur Tokyo en nous arretant à Hiroshima et Kyoto.

Notre principal souci concerne notre budget : doit on emporter un max de yens en liquides (bonjour la somme !), des travellers (dollars, yens ? le change est-il possible facilement ?), et bien sûr la carte Visa (retrait apparemment pas toujours très facile) ? je suis à l'écoute de vos conseils.

merci

Pascale

Coucou, j'ai 18 ans, je vais faire un voyage au japon pendant une dizaine de jours du 27 aout au 10 septembre (les dates peuvent changer selon les dates de disponibilitée d'avion, mais ca reste dans les environs). mon programme est de rester sur Tokyo, et evantuellement descendre vers le sud (mont Fuji Hama). je pensait partir seulle mais je pense que partir avec quelqu'unégalement passionné(e) peut être interessant.

j'adore le Japon depuis quelques année et j'apprends la langue depuis un ans à peu près.

joanne

Hi everyone, I’m Patrick, 67 years old, a seasoned traveler (already 22 trips outside Europe). In autumn 2025, I took my first 3-week trip to Japan, with stops in Tokyo, Kamakura, Matsumoto, Kamikochi, Takayama, Kanazawa, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Koyasan, Tokyo again, and Nikko. I wanted to go back in May 2026 and explore some lesser-known places to complement my first trip. Last year, there were four of us traveling together to discover Japan (a fairly classic itinerary). This time, I’ll be traveling solo for part of the trip and with a couple of French friends for the rest. The weather was gorgeous in May, averaging around 25°C, with two very hot days in Kyoto and only two rainy days. As usual, I organized everything myself, gathering plenty of information from various sites, including this one.

Transportation: An ICOCA card is essential. I got a 5-day Kansai-Hiroshima pass because I took the shinkansen between Hiroshima and Osaka three times, and it paid for itself quickly.

Accommodations: Mostly through Booking. No issues at all. Average cost was 46 € per night.

Meals: For breakfast, I alternated between buying food at a konbini to eat in my room or on the train and grabbing something at local cafés. For lunch and dinner, I tried to vary my meals as much as possible—lots of sashimi, sushi, and ramen. Okonomiyaki in Osaka and Hiroshima. Oysters in every form (raw, grilled, fried) in Onomichi and Hiroshima. A variety of seafood (shrimp, shellfish) in Hiroshima and Matsumoto. Fish whose names often escaped me, but notably mackerel and eel (unagi). Tempura and gyoza. Chicken skewers (yakitori) and one teppanyaki meal. One omakase meal (9 different dishes). In the end, not much meat aside from a few yakitori skewers. No splurges on super expensive wagyu or Kobe beef. Average dinner cost: 4,800 yen, drinks included.

The Itinerary: Day 1: Departure from Brussels Day 2: Arrival in Osaka Day 3: To Himeji, then Kurashiki Day 4: To Fukuyama, then Tomo no Ura, then Onomichi Day 5: Cycling the Shimanami Kaido Day 6: To Takahara, then Hiroshima Day 7: To Kyoto to attend the Aoi Matsuri parade Day 8: To Miyajima Day 9: Hiroshima, then Kyoto Day 10: Southern Kyoto Day 11: Northern Kyoto Day 12: Final day in Kyoto, then to Nagatsugawa Day 13: Start of the Nakasendo Trail (Magome to Tsumago) Day 14: Second day of the trail (Kiso Fukushima) Day 15: Third day of the trail (Narai), then Matsumoto Day 16: To Mt. Fuji (Kawaguchiko) Day 17: To Tokyo Day 18: Excursion to Enoshima and Kamakura Day 19: Flight home, with a 10-hour layover in Hong Kong Day 20: Arrival in Brussels

Hi there!

I’m inviting you on a stroll through my drawings—a completely subjective, far from exhaustive, and totally personal take, since it’s based on my own sketches. I put this travel journal together after returning in late 2024, mostly using felt-tip pens and pencils, with a few collages thrown in. I worked from our personal photos.

Let’s start with the shotengai...



Our first "wow" moment came as we stepped out of the subway in Asakusa, the Tokyo neighborhood where we’d booked our hotel for our first five nights. Exhausted after our long flight, we finally arrived and took an exit that led straight into a shotengai—one of those covered shopping streets that pop up in city centers and flourished between the 1950s and 1980s.

It was an instant aesthetic shock, like a close encounter of the third kind between the modern city, a typical Asian market with its street stalls, the vintage vibe of the arcade, the sheer abundance of goods, and the bustling crowd—a mix of tourists, pilgrims (thanks to nearby Senso-ji Temple), and locals (it’s a very working-class area). In the end, it set the tone for a feeling we’d experience throughout the trip. Wherever we went, shotengai turned out to be fantastic spots for finding little restaurants, shops, or even fresh produce. Some are like real mazes, like in Kyoto, where we spent ages trying to relocate a restaurant we’d loved ;-)

In Kanazawa, the Omicho Market: And in Kyoto, Nishiki Market:

To be continued...

Autumn 2025 marks my 11th trip to Japan. I’ve neglected the south for too long, so like last year, it’s my main destination again.

We’ll revisit some familiar spots, but of course, we’ll also try plenty of new things. This trip feels a bit strange—no more of that initial magic, but on the other hand, we’ve really explored some off-the-beaten-path and private locations. The variety of regions, landscapes, and vehicles I’ve photographed is pretty remarkable. In search of vintage trains and threatened lines, I think my future trips will follow the same vibe.

After the 2017 and 2024 travel journals, it’s time to dive into Japan’s lesser-known side—all by public transport, of course. Day 1, arrival in Tokyo

The timing won’t be like other years since we arrive at Narita in the mid-afternoon after a layover in Hong Kong.

The only real mission for this afternoon is picking up tickets for the next day. And already, the first travel stress: I’ll have to rewrite the entire day because the Revaty Kinu 109 to Kinugawaonsen is fully booked, just like all the morning trains. So instead of a relaxed start exploring Ueno, I’m back to scrutinizing schedules. I manage to snag something last-minute after struggling for hours. Then, I wait for a message from Seiichi to meet up for dinner. Meeting friends on the first day and staying up late with jet lag—like I said, this trip isn’t like the others.

A great evening at a place I love.

Hello,

My wife, our kids (aged 5 and 9), and I will arrive in Fukuoka on May 27, 2026. We plan to visit Japan for about a month—maybe a month and a half (we’re starting our 11-month world trip in Japan, so I’m flexible with dates).

For the driver’s license, can I get it translated in advance and receive it in France? If so, do you know of a website or contact that handles this?

For car rental, which company would you recommend? I did a simulation on Nippon Rent-A-Car, and it seems like a solid option. As for driving, I’ve already driven in New Zealand, Australia, Canada, and Thailand, so if all the signs are also in Latin letters, I should be fine! That said, I know I won’t be driving in big cities like Osaka, Kyoto, or Tokyo.

We love the freedom a car provides.

Broadly speaking, we’d like to follow this route (mixing car rental and trains): Fukuoka > Hiroshima > Himeji > Osaka > Kyoto > areas around Mount Fuji > Nagano > Nikko > Tokyo

We’ll rent the car from Fukuoka to Himeji and from Kyoto to Tokyo.

I’m torn between exploring the northern coast (Nagato / Matsue / Tottori / Miyazu) or sticking to the southern coast (Fukuoka / Hiroshima / Fukuyama / Himeji). We’d love to see both the "must-see" sites and some more offbeat, hidden spots—places off the beaten path.

I’m also not ruling out a little road trip around Kyushu. I still need to look into the details of what to see there.

Best regards, Cédric

Hi everyone, I’ve been planning several itineraries for a trip to Japan with my wife but would love your insights before we start booking! In short, we want to go during Golden Week, see late-blooming cherry trees, and have the freedom to get around with a rental car. Here’s the plan: 18-day itinerary in Japan (April 25 → May 12) Goal: freedom, late cherry blossoms, culture & nature

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Days 1–3: Tokyo (April 25–27) Arrival and adjustment (no car needed yet). Neighborhoods to visit: Shinjuku, Asakusa, Meiji Jingu, Shibuya, Odaiba. Suggested activities: Ghibli Museum, Sumida River cruise, izakaya meals. Late cherry blossoms (yaezakura) possible at Shinjuku Gyoen. Pick up the rental car on the morning of April 27.

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Days 4–5: Mount Fuji & Hakone (April 27–28) Route: Tokyo → Kawaguchiko/Hakone (~2 h).

Activities: Lake Kawaguchi, Chureito Pagoda (Fuji views + late cherry blossoms) Onsen baths, Hakone Open-Air Museum. Stay: ryokan with onsen and views of Mount Fuji.

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Days 6–7: Takayama & Shirakawa-go (April 29–30) Route: Hakone → Takayama (~4 h).

Activities: Preserved old town, sake breweries, UNESCO village of Shirakawa-go. Stay: traditional minshuku (thatched-roof house). Cherry blossoms are finishing at this altitude — beautiful mountain/nature contrasts. ---

Days 8–10: Kyoto & Nara (May 1–3) Route: Takayama → Kyoto (~4 h 30).

Activities in Kyoto: Fushimi Inari (red torii gates), Golden Pavilion, Arashiyama, Gion (geisha district).

Day trip to Nara: Free-roaming deer in Nara Park, Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Stay: Kyoto (3 nights).

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Day 11: Osaka or Himeji (May 4) Route: Kyoto → Osaka (~1 h) or Himeji (~1 h 30).

Option 1: Osaka → modern vibe, street food, castle. Option 2: Himeji → stunning UNESCO-listed castle. Stay: Osaka.

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Days 12–13: Kanazawa (May 5–6) Route: Osaka → Kanazawa (~4 h 30).

Activities: Kenroku-en Garden (gorgeous in spring), Omicho Market, samurai district. Stay: Kanazawa.

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Days 14–15: Northern Japan – Aomori / Hirosaki (May 7–8) Route: Kanazawa → Aomori (~7 h, possible to break via Sendai).

Activities: Hirosaki Castle Park (peak bloom early May). Northern onsen (e.g., Sukayu). Stay: Hirosaki or Aomori.

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Days 16–17: Nikko (May 9–10) Route: Aomori → Nikko (~6 h).

Activities: Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls, Lake Chuzenji. Stay: Nikko.

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Day 18: Return to Tokyo & Relax in Kamakura (May 11–12) Route: Nikko → Kamakura (~3 h) → Tokyo (~1 h).

Activities: Great Buddha, Zen temples, seaside at Enoshima. Final night: Tokyo before the return flight.

Thanks in advance for your feedback!

Hello everyone, We’re a couple heading off in mid-October for 7 weeks to explore Rajasthan independently, with an extension to Varanasi. We’re growing more skeptical about Booking.com reviews and would rather turn to fellow travelers for up-to-date recommendations on accommodations along our route. We’re looking for clean places—not necessarily luxurious—a good location preferably, and if there’s a special charm or character, even better. Budget-wise, up to 50 €, or more if needed. We’ve already gathered a few addresses from Solene and Aleph’s travel journals. Here are our stops—we’ve already got a place for the starred cities but are still open to suggestions: Delhi Airport* Alwar Bharatpur* Mathura Agra* Dholpur Karauli Dausa* Jaipur* Bundi* Kota Udaipur* Pushkar Jodhpur Barmer Jaisalmer Phalodi Bikaner Nawalgarh* Varanasi Central Delhi Thanks for sharing your tips and favorites!

Good evening, cruise friends! I’m planning my Japan cruise with Costa.

Is it more worthwhile to book excursions before departure? With MSC, yes, because you save 15%, but what about with Costa?

For those who’ve already done this cruise, do you have any tips or recommendations, please? We’re staying 1.5 days before and 3 days after in Hong Kong. Thanks in advance! Chantal Ports of call: Hong Kong - Keelung (Taiwan) - Japan (Naha - Kagoshima - Tokyo - Kobe - Nagasaki) - Busan (South Korea) - Hong Kong

Hi everyone, we’re planning a trip to Taiwan in April. I’ll be joining my son, who’s a teacher there, for about 21 days total (including travel). We’d like to spend around 8–10 days in Taiwan, and then we have another 8–10 days to explore somewhere else. We’re torn between Japan, Vietnam, or another country—I haven’t booked my flight yet, but I know I shouldn’t wait too long. Which country would work well for all three of us for 8–10 days? Japan is tempting, but I’m hesitant because of the logistics and the higher budget. Any other ideas for a good compromise?

Thanks so much for your insights! 😊

From Southern Shikoku, between land and sea, to the blue waters of Miyakojima and finally Tokyo’s megacity

Hi everyone,

I have to admit, I really hesitated before deciding to write this travel journal... Writing one takes a lot of time and energy, and since this is my 4th trip, I wondered if it would actually interest anyone other than myself (both for the discovery and the writing). But after a few "Are you going to write a journal?" requests and especially the renewed pleasure from reading other travelers’ travel journals about Japan or elsewhere on this forum or elsewhere, I’ve decided to share this 4th installment in the Land of the Rising Sun here.

The itinerary: 27 full days, from late May to late June 2025, right in the middle of the rainy season, including:

-->13 days in Shikoku, from Kochi (Kochi Prefecture) to Matsuyama (Ehime Prefecture)



-->7 days in Miyakojima (Okinawa Prefecture)



-->7 days in Tokyo



The trip was decided on fairly last-minute this year, as usual.

I regularly check flight prices to track fluctuations for this destination, even without concrete plans. Finding a slightly cheaper direct flight (900 €) than what I’d seen in previous months (around 1,200–1,400 € on average) for a Paris-Tokyo route with Japanese airline ANA was too tempting to resist the urge to return to this enchanting country. After long hesitations between exploring the San’in region (Matsue, Tottori, Yamaguchi) and southern Shikoku, the decision was made—I took the plunge! The tickets are booked: Paris to Kochi with a layover in Tokyo, all with ANA, the airline I’d been dreaming of... for 1,120 € per person. Okay, it’s not cheap, but it’s still better than in 2023.

We leave in 2 weeks!! Now it’s just a matter of getting everything ready!

Intense work ahead in these 2 weeks to:

finalize a more precise itinerary and reach an agreement—yep, because even though we both love Japan, our preferences differ slightly, and we have to choose between exploring new places or taking time to revisit beloved spots... decide how much time to spend in each selected area without rushing while still exploring research places that might interest us and watch videos about Japan book accommodations: yes, it’s possible to do this on the spot as we go, but last year, we noticed that last-minute options were pretty expensive, so we’re booking ahead—even if it means keeping a few options open while we decide or see if better deals pop up later reserve rental cars order yen check the weather regularly and wonder if choosing the *tsuyu* (rainy season) was really a good idea—and whether we’ll be stuck in non-stop rain???

What a tough job, right? Traveling to Japan for a month—such a hard life! Despite this being my 4th trip, the excitement is just as intense as the first time.

The only small downside is that when we booked the flight tickets, there were only a few seats left, so we’re only sitting together on the international return flight. Plus, on the outbound flight, we’ve got the middle seats. Another lingering question: what French-language films will be available? According to the internet, the selection seems limited. Oh well, these are just minor details—it’s almost time to fly!

PS: I’ll be posting slowly and irregularly... so for those interested, be patient or maybe set an alert...

Hi there,

A few friends and I are planning our trip to Japan for next autumn. This will be my first time traveling, which is why we’ve decided to go for a big trip of at least 2 months, maybe even 3.

So far, we’ve estimated the budget to be between 7,000 and 10,000 € per person for the stay. I’m not sure if that’s too high or too low, considering we’ll be moving around a lot.

Here’s a summary of the route we’d like to take:

First, we definitely want to visit the classics like Tokyo, Kyoto, etc. Then head toward Mount Fuji with Fujiyoshida and the surrounding area. We’d also like to visit some less touristy, more authentic spots like the Wakayama region. We’d like to check out some mountain or countryside villages like Shirakawa-go for a few hikes. We’re still debating whether to visit Miyajima and Hiroshima since we’re not sure we’ll have enough time. And we sadly had to cut Hokkaido from our list for the same reason.

I won’t go into every detail since we’ve mapped out over twenty places, but those are the main highlights.

As for our travel style:

We want to take our time. Not try to cram in as much as possible without any breaks or enjoyment. Most of the time, we’ll be staying in Airbnbs and youth hostels. For food, we’ll mix it up between restaurants, pre-made meals, and cooking our own. For transportation, we’re considering renting a car to reach villages in the countryside. (I’m a bit nervous about the road rules over there.) For activities, one or two a day seems reasonable. (Both free and paid ones.) But I have no idea how much souvenirs might cost. I’ve often read on forums that it’s between 200 and 600 €?

My questions:

So, that’s the plan. We’re not sure yet if we’ll go for two or three months. It’ll mostly come down to money. We want to be mindful of our budget but still treat ourselves—no regrets about missing out on an activity or restaurant we really wanted to try.

Do you have any advice or suggestions for us? What do you think of our itinerary? For flight tickets, I’m estimating between 650 and 900 € for a round trip. Does that sound about right? But I have no idea which airline to choose?

Thanks so much to anyone who replies—I’d really appreciate it!

Hi there, I’d love to get some feedback on the itinerary I’m considering, since I’ll be using public transport. The order might not be ideal: -Fukuoka: 4 days (including 1 day in Yanagawa, and I’d also like to visit Yutoku Inari Shrine) -Nagasaki: 2 days (I’m a bit unsure about including it) -Kumamoto: 2 days (including 1 day in Yamaga) -Beppu: 2 or 3 days (1 day in Kitsuki) -Yufuin: 2 days I was also thinking about adding Ukiha and Usuki, but I’m not sure how to fit them in. Thanks for your input! Carole

Hi everyone, I’m back from my 10-day cruise to Japan and South Korea and wanted to share my experience. Before leaving, I searched the forums but found very few firsthand accounts of this kind of trip.

Just so you know, a cruise isn’t some slow, easy trip—every port stop is an adventure!

We flew from Marseille with Lufthansa via Frankfurt, with a short 1.5-hour layover that was just enough, though we still had to sprint to make our connection. We’d booked seats with extra legroom, which was great—we were next to premium economy, so we had a good spot. The airline hadn’t sold all the premium seats and kept making announcements to attract takers, but no discounts!

After about 12 hours, we arrived at Tokyo Haneda feeling pretty wiped since we hadn’t slept. The time difference is 7 hours, so we landed in late morning in Japan. We took the free rail shuttle to central Tokyo. The entry process went smoothly thanks to the Japan web app. For the subway, we’d registered our Suica card, but we hadn’t anticipated how tricky transfers could be when stations don’t always have elevators—bit of a hassle, but still cheap! Navigating the subway is super easy, though. We’d bought a SIM card on Amazon beforehand, so everything was smooth.

We’d booked a room at the Grand Hazelmon Hotel, which is near the Imperial Palace. It’s a quiet business district in the evenings and well-connected by subway.

I’d opted for a half-room, so I was worried about space, but it was fine—no smaller than a London or Paris hotel room! Breakfast was included and really good.

We even had dinner there one night—dishes were around 9 € at a 4- or 5-star hotel, so we didn’t hold back.

In the afternoon, we visited the Imperial Palace. You can’t go inside, but it’s a green oasis—surprisingly peaceful despite Tokyo’s 36 million people—and very secure.

I’ll share more of my adventures later!

Hello, We’re two active and fit retired couples. We’re planning a trip for the second half of March 2026. We prefer traveling by train but wouldn’t mind renting a car if necessary. We don’t want to change accommodations every night (we’d rather see less but enjoy it more). If possible, we’d love to stay in guesthouses or similar—impersonal hotels aren’t really our thing. Questions: What do you think are the best airlines? We don’t have to fly back from Tokyo. We’re also big fans of getting off the beaten path—any original ideas are welcome! Many thanks in advance, Gorgui

Hi everyone,

Let me introduce myself—I’m Christophe. I’m taking the plunge and planning my first trip to Japan for late February 2026. There’ll be five of us: my wife and I, and our three daughters, aged 12 and 15. Between the internet, travel agencies, and social media, there’s info coming from all directions, but it’s tough to find clear, objective, and relevant answers. I’d like this first trip to follow a classic route: 4/5 days in Tokyo 4 days in Kyoto (Nara) 2 days in Osaka (maybe Universal Studios) I’ve got a few questions—could you share your thoughts? 1. Is it better to return to Tokyo to catch our flight home, or is flying out directly from Osaka a better option? 2. For accommodation, would you recommend a hotel or an Airbnb? Since there are five of us, I think we’d like a small kitchen and a bit of space. 3. The famous JR Pass: is it worth it, or should we just buy tickets for each trip? I’ve read that the JR Pass has gotten more expensive and isn’t the ideal solution anymore, especially if you’re staying in the same cities for several days. 4. We’d like to have two phones—do you recommend eSIMs or a pocket Wi-Fi?

That’s it—I hope you can help shed some light on this. Thanks! Christophe

Hi everyone,

After years of silence and wonderful memories from our exchanges during two trips to South Africa, I’m back on the forum with plans for a trip to Japan.

We’re considering traveling from June 16 to July 9. I know this isn’t the best time weather-wise, but it’s our only option, especially since we want to include climbing Mount Fuji.

Here’s our itinerary—I’d love your thoughts: - Day 1: Arrival at Haneda in the evening (Night in Tokyo) - Day 2: Tokyo (Night in Tokyo) - Day 3: Nikko (Night in Tokyo) - Day 4: Travel to Hiroshima, then visit (Night in Hiroshima) - Day 5: Day in Miyajima (Night in Hiroshima) - Day 6: Day in Kagura Monzen Tojimura (Night in Hiroshima) - Day 7: Travel to Himeji, then visit (Night in Himeji) - Day 8: Himeji (Night in Himeji) - Day 9: Travel to Koyasan (Night in Koyasan) - Day 10: Koyasan (Night in Koyasan) - Day 11: Travel to Nara (Night in Nara) - Day 12: Travel to Kyoto (Night in Kyoto) - Day 13: Kyoto (Night in Kyoto) - Day 14: Travel to Fukui (Night in Fukui) - Day 15: Travel to Kanazawa (Night in Kanazawa) - Day 16: Travel to Hakone (Night in Hakone) - Day 17: Hakone (Night in Hakone) - Day 18: Travel to Kamakura (Night in Kamakura) - Day 19: Travel to Tokyo (Night in Tokyo) - Day 20: Travel to Fujiyoshida (Night in Fujiyoshida) - Day 21: Ascent via Yoshida Trail - Day 22: Descent via Yoshida Trail (Night in Fujiyoshida) - Day 23: Travel to Tokyo (Night in Tokyo) - Day 24: Departure from Narita

Let me know if any stops seem unnecessary or if you’d add something.

I’m planning to rent a car from Himeji (Day 9) until Hakone (Day 16) to make travel easier.

Have a great day!

Thomas

Hi everyone, I’m heading to Japan from October 28 to November 18, 2025. My flight ticket is booked, and my hotels are reserved with twin-bed rooms. I was supposed to share this trip with a travel companion who had to cancel due to personal issues. The itinerary is all set (dates, locations, prices) since we had to book hotels in advance in Japan—something I’m not used to, so there’s not much room for spontaneity... The hotel in KYOTO is already paid (288 € per person, and I could consider reimbursing my former companion), and a deposit has been made for another hotel. I have all the receipts, of course. Who’d be up for joining me? Looking forward to hearing from you—we can exchange phone numbers to chat more.

October 29 to November 1: Taito City, TOKYO – 334.90 € November 1 to 6: Stay Sakura Kyoto, 507 Tsutsumicho, Higashiyama-ku – KYOTO – 576.76 € November 6 to 8: Toyoko Inn Nara Shin Omiya Ekimae – NARA – 293.00 € November 8 to 11: Ibis Budget Osaka Umeda – OSAKA – 351.00 € November 11 to 13: Koyasan Guest House – KOYASAN – 276.00 € November 13 to 16: HIROSHIMA/OKAYAMA//KURASHIKI/MIYAJIMA – 267.00 € November 16 to 18: Sakura Hotel Jimbocho – TOKYO – 174.52 €

Hi, I’m taking a cruise in Japan on the Diamond Princess from May 23 to June 5 and would love to hear from anyone who’s done it. Also, can we pay on board with Euros? Is it easy to use Wi-Fi when we’re ashore? What’s the weather like—do we need warm clothes or not? Are the excursions essential, or can we manage on our own outside of Tokyo, where we have a guide? If not, which excursions would you recommend? Thanks in advance for your replies. Betty from the islands

Hi there,

I’d like to travel to Japan with my son. I read that it’s cheaper to fly via Hong Kong to reach other Asian countries. I tried it, and it’s indeed much cheaper, with better flight times on Cathay Pacific, which is a great airline. In short, it’s better—even though I think if I miss a flight, I’d lose everything.

I’d like to know if it’s easy to get around Hong Kong Airport? Do you have to go through customs again in these cases? Do you need to pay for some kind of transit visa?

If the layover is long, is it easy to head into the city for a quick visit?

Thanks for your feedback!