What to expect on a vacation in Japan

Here’s a shortcut to your perfect Tokyo vacation. Be sure to check out these top 10 places in Japan as rated by visitors like you.

So what are the top 10 vacation spots in Japan?

Japan’s Coolest Tourist Spots?

Your basic list of “must see in Japan”?

Here it comes –

• Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park – For those interested in Japanese history, you won’t find a better place to learn about World War II as a turning point in Japanese history. Hiroshims Park is dedicated to Peace.
• Kyoto: Ancient Japanese culture and art come to life at the Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle, the Kyoto Imperial Palace, and the Japanese Rock Gardens. Take the Shinkansen bullet train to Kyoto for a thrilling ride. Along the way you will see Mount Fuji, Japan’s majestic mountain.
• Nikko – The striking beauty of the Nikko shrine complex makes it one of the most popular places to visit in Japan. Don’t miss the National Park that surrounds it, which is very romantic, especially during the fall, when the colors of the foliage paint the trees.
• Mount Fuji, one of Japan’s best-known symbols, with its beautifully symmetrical volcanic cone and five lakes around the northern part, is one of Japan’s must-see attractions.
• A Japanese Tea Ceremony – This Spiritual Ritual is the perfect way to get to know the culture of Japan. The rhythm is slow, and each movement has its special meaning.
• Sumo Wrestling: One of the highlights of your Japan vacation, a memorable adventure to take home with you after you leave. Sit down with the locals at the Tokyo Sumo Arena to fully understand this national sport.
• Japanese-style gardens: rocks, water, sand, and trees come together to reflect seasonal changes. All elements symbolize something. A lot of thought goes into the planning and maintenance of these gardens. Try Matcha green tea and Japanese desserts at the Garden Tea House.
• Kabuki Theater – A Kabuki play at the Ginza Kabukiza Theater lasts 3 hours, but… you can buy tickets for a single act, which lasts about 30 minutes. Japanese theater is known only for male actors, who also play female roles. This is a tradition from ancient Japan.
• Harajuku: The center of the most extreme Japanese cosplay fashion among Tokyo teenagers. This is one of the most unique things to do in Japan, and it happens every Sunday in Harajuku, Tokyo.
• Osaka Castle: one of the most well-known attractions in Japan.

If your vacation in Japan is limited in time, I would opt for guided tours of Japan. They can help you make the most of short trips.

There are very good reasons to take guided tours on your Japan vacation.

If you’re coming for a few days, Organized Tours can whisk you through all the must-see Japanese attractions.

Asking locals for directions on the subway can be fun, but if you only have a few days in Japan, it will be a huge waste of your valuable time.