It’s still unclear when we can travel internationally again, but in the meantime we will continue to bring you travel inspiration and look forward to welcoming you to Japan when the time is right. |
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The summertime months of June to August is the season most well known for matsuri (traditional festivals) but they are held throughout the year to honour and celebrate nature, the seasons, tradition, historical events and/or community. Pictured is the Nachi Fire Festival which is held every 14 July at Kumano Nachi Taisha Grand Shrine in Wakayama.
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We hope you are keeping well as we continue to practice good hygiene and physical distancing to keep everyone safe and stop the spread of COVID-19 in Australia and New Zealand.
While most of us are shivering during winter, we thought we'd try to keep you warm by sharing some great ideas for enjoying Japan in summer and present a number of less well-known destinations for those looking for an off-the-beaten-path adventure once international travel opens up.
JNTO Sydney brochure room and travel information phone line closures:
Please note that due to the current situation, our public enquiry phone line and self-service brochure room will be closed until further notice. We have also suspended our hard-copy brochure mailing service. If you have any travel enquiries, please contact us using our enquiry form. For PDF/electronic brochures, please visit this link.
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Hope Lights the Way - New Portal Site
This new portal encourages people to look ‘beyond the clouds’ and features a vast library of content to allow you to travel without leaving home. It also serves to inspire, showcasing the unique and diverse range of offerings on offer in Japan.
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Japan in July Guide
The beginning of July is when the rainy season wraps up in Japan, which means one thing: the start of summer! This guide has some great tips on the best beaches to relax, which mountains and islands to explore and much more.
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Diving in Japan
The best time to go diving in Japan is from mid-July through to the end of September. Okinawa in the south is always a popular option but there are even a number of great options near Tokyo, the closest being Osezaki Bay.
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10 Dreamy Locations in Ishikawa
Perhaps most well known for its capital Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture has plenty to offer those looking for hidden gems. Discover spectacular mountain vistas, lesser-known ski resorts and one of Japan’s three most sacred mountains.
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The Sweet Secrets of Shizuoka
Although many visit Shizuoka to scale Mt Fuji, if you're here, do check out the region's culinary delights. Whether you have a sweet tooth, love things hot and spicy or enjoy sipping on tea, you can do all three while taking in the beauty of nature in Shizuoka.
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Kamikochi, Nagano
Referred to as the jewel of the Japan Alps, this resort is popular in summer for those looking to beat the heat of the cities. The 15km valley of lush forests and surrounding alpine wonderland is a nature and adventure lover’s paradise, and is a part of the Chubu Sangaku National Park.
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Hidden Treasures in Kochi
Kochi, which spans the bottom half of Shikoku, is one of Japan’s best kept secrets and is known for its picturesque coastline, pristine rivers and majestic mountains. From a newly launched luxury train to an art gallery on a beach, learn what this often overlooked city has to offer.
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Kibune, Kyoto
Discover another side of Japan in the quaint mountain village of Kibune in northern Kyoto. It’s a great place to visit in summer to escape the heat and indulge in kawadoko, where you can enjoy fancy traditional kaiseki dishes while seated on a platform above the rushing water below.
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