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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What's the best way of getting around Japan?
Japan is known for its punctual high-speed bullet train network. It is extremely rare for these trains to be late, and it’s an exciting and efficient way to travel around the city. Alternatively, this efficient reliability is also employed across Japan’s public and highway buses; cycling is also extremely popular here.
2. What are the visa requirements for travelling from the UK to Japan?
For those who are planning for Japan tours, the good news is that UK citizens are not required a visa to travel to Japan, unless they are planning to stay for more than 90 days.
3. What are the benefits of taking a Japan tours package for holidays in Japan?
There are many benefits of taking a Japan tours package for holidays in Japan. Japan is known as one of the most popular tourist destinations all over the world. Japan has many things to offer to its tourists.
Some of the main benefits of taking Japan tours or escorted tours package for holidays in Japan are:
- Visiting some of the best cities in Japan.
- Travelling on a holiday in Japan in a very comfortable manner.
- Getting all the travel related work done in a professional manner.
- Sharing the same car.
- Get an opportunity to enjoy Japanese cuisines during the escorted tours.
- Get an opportunity to relish some traditional music of Japan.
- Get an opportunity to enjoy the Japanese dance.
- Get an opportunity to investigate Japanese architecture.
- Get an opportunity to admire Japanese art.
4. What should I know before I book a luxury Japan tour?
Here are some things to think about before you book a Japan trip or embark on a Japan adventure:
• Determine how many days you want to travel, and a budget.
• What is your dream vacation: relaxing at a seaside resort, seeing Japan’s famous sights?
• Who will you go with: family, friends, significant other, alone, or with multi-generational family members?
• What type of travel do you prefer – bus tours with set itineraries, guided tours with English-speaking guides, independent travel?
• What time of year is best for your vacation: spring, summer, fall, or winter?
• Where is your favourite place to stay, and what is it about this place?
• Who is your favourite hotel chain or hotel chain?
• Have you travelled in Japan before? If so, what was your favourite part?
• Have you already written a list of things to do in Japan?
• What activities are you interested in? For instance, Japanese alps hiking, attending traditional Japanese tea ceremony etc.
• Do you want to do activities on your own, or with a group?
• Do you want to stay with a traditional Japanese inn or in an upscale western hotel?
• Do you want to include overnight train rides?
Japan’s fascinating culture, jaw-dropping scenery and twinkling cities draw in millions of tourists every year. With the promise of buzzing and vibrant metropolises for urban explorers, and serene retreats, stunning vistas and historic temples for lovers of nature and ancient history. There truly is something for everybody here. Discover the Land of the Rising Sun and everything it has to offer.
Why you’ll love your Japan holidays…
• Enjoying a picnic under falling cherry blossom in Tokyo
• Exploring Japan by rail aboard the high-speed Shinkansen
• Taking in the stunning mountainous landscape at Mount Fuji National Park
• Relaxing in a traditional Japanese ryokan
• Soaking your muscles in your private onsen
• Indulging in exquisite Japanese cuisine – from Michelin-starred restaurants to noodle bars and sushi spots
• Discovering traditional teahouses, ancient shrines and charming local markets in culture capital Kyoto
• Visiting the poignant Peace Memorial in Hiroshima
• Walking among geishas at Gion District
• Looking out across the bustling city from the heights of Tokyo Tower
• Marvelling at the colourful street art and eccentric fashion scene at Harajuku
• Escaping the hectic cities in blissful Hakone
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