"Top 5 Must-Visit Cities in Japan"

Best Cities in Japan

City Months to Visit Where to Stay What to Do Important Tips
Tokyo March to May, September to November Shinjuku, Shibuya, Ginza Visit the Tokyo Tower, explore the Tsukiji Fish Market, experience the nightlife in Shinjuku, visit the Meiji Shrine Get a Suica or Pasmo card for easy transportation, be respectful of Japanese culture and customs
Kyoto March to May, September to November Higashiyama, Gion, Arashiyama Visit the Fushimi Inari Shrine, explore the Kiyomizu-dera Temple, experience a traditional tea ceremony, visit the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Wear comfortable shoes for walking, be respectful of Japanese culture and customs
Osaka March to May, September to November Umeda, Namba, Shinsaibashi Visit the Osaka Castle, explore the Dotonbori district, try the local cuisine, visit the Universal Studios Japan theme park Try the local street food, be respectful of Japanese culture and customs
Hiroshima March to May, September to November Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Station Visit the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, explore the Peace Memorial Park, visit the Itsukushima Shrine on Miyajima Island Be respectful of the city's history and the importance of the Peace Memorial Park
Nara March to May, September to November Nara Station, Naramachi Visit the Todai-ji Temple, see the wild deer in Nara Park, explore the traditional streets of Naramachi, visit the Kasuga-taisha Shrine Be respectful of the wild deer and do not feed them, be respectful of Japanese culture and customs