StoriesMy first morning in Kyoto
I set my alarm for 5 a.m. and walked to the temples before the crowds. It was the best decision of the trip.
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Overview
Why go to Japan
Japan rewards slow travelers: ancient shrines a short walk from neon streets, mountain hot springs, and some of the best everyday food anywhere. Trains make it easy to move between big cities and small towns.
Best time to goSpring and autumn
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Don’t miss
01Kyoto's temple lanes
02Hot-spring towns in the mountains
03Tokyo's food alleys
04Island hopping in the Seto Inland Sea
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ItinerariesTwo weeks in Japan by train
A slow, rail-first route through big cities, mountain towns and a few quiet islands.
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FoodEating my way through Tokyo's back alleys
Tiny counters, handwritten menus and the best skewers I've ever had.
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