Japan

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Japan is an island nation in East Asia made up of four main islands — Honshu, Hokkaido, Kyushu, and Shikoku — alongside thousands of smaller ones. It's renowned for its extraordinary blend of ancient tradition and cutting-edge modernity, from centuries-old temples and castles to futuristic cities like Tokyo and Osaka. Travellers are drawn by world-class food, iconic cherry blossom seasons, bullet train journeys, alpine hiking, and vibrant nightlife. Whether exploring historic Kyoto, skiing in Niseko, or island-hopping through Okinawa, Japan offers an exceptionally diverse range of experiences across all seasons.

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Japan · 17 days

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Ultimate Japan Self-Launched: Tokyo to Osaka in 17 Days

Experience the very best of Japan independently — from Tokyo's neon-lit streets and Nagano's snow monkeys to Kyoto's ancient temples and Hiroshima's moving history — all without the group tour price tag. This self-launched itinerary follows the same route as Gap360's Ultimate Japan tour, swapping the group leader for your own curiosity and saving you over £1,600 in the process. Japan is one of the world's most solo-travel-friendly countries: trains run on time, signage is bilingual, and hostels are outstanding. All activities are bookable independently via GetYourGuide, Klook, or direct reservation. Costs below are approximate per-person estimates based on current budget traveller rates.

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