Japan (Honshu)

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Honshu is Japan's largest and most populous island, stretching from the subtropical Seto Inland Sea in the south to the snowy peaks of the Japan Alps in the north. It is home to Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima — cities that together form the cultural, historical, and economic heartbeat of the country. Travellers come for an extraordinary mix of ancient temples, imperial history, world-class cuisine, and cutting-edge urban life. Outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to iconic destinations like Mount Fuji, the Nakasendo trail, and ski resorts in Nagano, making Honshu one of Asia's most rewarding destinations for both city explorers and adventure seekers.

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Japan (Honshu) · 12 days

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12-Day Self-Launched Golden Route: Tokyo to Osaka

A self-launched version of the classic 12-day Golden Route from Tokyo to Osaka, covering Tokyo's big-hitters, a day trip to Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, the old town of Kanazawa, the thatched villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama, Kyoto and Nara, Osaka, and Hiroshima with Miyajima. You book everything yourself using hostels and budget business hotels, local trains and the odd shinkansen leg, and self-bookable day tours. Costs are approximate backpacker/budget rates in GBP and exclude international flights.

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