Animated movies by the director Hayao Miyazaki are classics that are popular not just in Japan, but all around the world. Discover five places in Japan that resemble scenes from some of his most famous animated movies.

Introducing our new portal for luxury travel in Japan! Revel in a journey of discovery of Japan’s spiritual and cultural heritage by exploring the luxurious offerings across the country, from exclusive travel options to gastronomic delights and much more.

January, in particular the latter half of the month, is a great time to enjoy winter sports and relaxing onsen visits. There are also New Year celebrations at shrines, and sales at many departments stores. 

teamLab has launched teamLab Forest, a new digital art museum in Fukuoka. Located in the BOSS E∙ZO FUKUOKA entertainment complex, visitors can also enjoy a range of other activities such as outdoor rides and virtual experiences.

The Pacific Cycling Road is a 1,400km cycling route that runs along the Pacific coast of Japan through six prefectures – Chiba, Kanagawa, Shizuoka, Aichi, Mie and Wakayama – passing by scenic and famous sites such as Mt. Fuji.    

Cycling is a great way to explore the charming town of Taiki. Choose from a range of recommended routes or join a guided tour – from waterfalls to fresh seafood there’s sure to be one to suit your fitness level and interests. 

Saga Prefecture's Karatsu is a charming castle town from the Edo Period. It’s an amazing place for Japanese history buffs as it embodies not only a rich samurai culture but also one of the most prominent places for Japanese ceramics.  

Interested in a winter trip to Japan? Read our winter travel guide for tips on travelling during this time of the year and discover where to go skiing, festivals to visit and hot spring getaway ideas.