It’s still unclear when we can travel internationally again, but in the meantime we will continue to bring you travel inspiration and updates and look forward to welcoming you to Japan when the time is right. |
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Although less well-known than koyo (autumn leaves), cosmos flowers are also symbolic of this season. They can usually be enjoyed from mid-August to September, but at Uminonakamichi Seaside Park (pictured) in Fukuoka City they burst into bloom during the month of October.
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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.
This month’s highlights include the launch of a new portal for Adventure Travel in Japan, the introduction of an exciting new Facebook video series called Fun From Home where we bring Japan to your doorstep, and an update on a much anticipated addition to Universal Studios Japan.
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 hardcopy 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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New FB Video Series – Fun from Home
Join us at 4pm AEDT on FB LIVE today (Sat 24 Oct) from Shizuoka Prefecture – home to Mt. Fuji and Japan's largest producer of green tea. Stay tuned for updates on other live broadcasts and videos in the coming months where we'll bring Japan to you.
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New Adventure Travel in Japan Portal
JNTO has launched a new portal to showcase the myriad adventure travel activities Japan has to offer. Our handy search function lets you refine your results based on activity, destination and season to discover the perfect adventure – or simply explore the site for some inspiration!
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Japan in October
October is a great month to travel, with mild weather and the typhoon season largely over. It’s the time for harvest festivals, art and culture, scenic hikes or simply enjoying the stunning displays of autumn colours in places like Tohoku and Hokkaido.
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The Side of Japan You Won’t Find on Instagram
Discover seven picturesque gems you likely haven’t seen splashed all over your Instagram feed before. From a once-secret pottery village in the mountains to a remote island that looks like something out of a fantasy novel and many more.
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Autumn Blooms in Fukuoka
Uminonakamichi Seaside Park is a peaceful spot in Fukuoka City. Featuring seasonal blooms all year round, from mid to late October the stars of the show are the 20,000 balls of fluffy red kochia, while the cheerful cosmos flowers can generally be enjoyed throughout October.
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The Capitol Hotel Tokyu
The Capitol Hotel Tokyu has received 5 stars (top rating) in Forbes Travel Guide for 2021. Located in the upscale Akasaka district in Tokyo, this luxury hotel embodies tradition yet embraces innovation, and has been welcoming visitors for over 50 years.
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Kintestu Railway Health & Safety Initiatives
Kintetsu Railway has released a video and created a webpage to introduce the health and safety initiatives they are taking to maintain the safety of passengers, and ensure they can continue to travel with peace of mind.
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