Japan Trip https://www.japantrip.co.uk/ Travel Japan independently following our tips and advice Sun, 05 Nov 2023 15:55:54 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.7 https://www.japantrip.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/cropped-japan-trip-favicon-32x32.png Japan Trip https://www.japantrip.co.uk/ 32 32 Cup Noodles Museum – Yokohama https://www.japantrip.co.uk/attractions/cup-noodle-museum-yokohama/ Mon, 28 Jan 2019 10:00:19 +0000 http://www.japantrip.co.uk/?p=249 Get a better understanding of the Japanese obsession with instant ramen with a trip around the Cup Noodle Museum in Yokohama, and create your own cup noodle for a unique souvenir.

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]]> Planning Your Trip Using Hyperdia.com https://www.japantrip.co.uk/transport/planning-trip-using-hyperdia-com/ Tue, 05 Jul 2016 16:49:31 +0000 http://www.japantrip.co.uk/?p=845 We’ve made a handy walkthrough video to show you exactly how to use hyperdia.com to plan your trip round Japan by rail.

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]]> Cherry Blossom Season https://www.japantrip.co.uk/news-features/cherry-blossom-season/ Tue, 11 Mar 2014 15:05:02 +0000 http://www.japantrip.co.uk/?p=833 Cherry blossom (sakura) is one of the most iconic images of Japan. FInd out how and when to see sakura, as well as some of the best spots around Japan.

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]]> Mt Takao Soba Ritual https://www.japantrip.co.uk/news-features/mt-takao-soba-ritual/ Mon, 10 Feb 2014 17:09:51 +0000 http://www.japantrip.co.uk/?p=826 Mt Takao's Yakuoin Temple might be famous for its firewalking but Feb 22nd has something a little different in store - a ritual dedicated to soba noodles.

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]]> Staying in a Ryokan – What to Expect https://www.japantrip.co.uk/accommodation/staying-in-a-ryokan/ Fri, 07 Feb 2014 10:40:28 +0000 http://www.japantrip.co.uk/?p=84 One of the best ways to experience traditional Japanese culture is to stay in a ryokan. Ryokans can vary from tiny houses with two or three rooms to large complexes that resemble a modern hotel. Find out what to expect here.

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]]> Skiing in Japan: Where and When to Go https://www.japantrip.co.uk/attractions/skiing-japan/ Sat, 01 Feb 2014 12:55:11 +0000 http://www.japantrip.co.uk/?p=769 Uncrowded slopes, soaking tired muscles in onsen baths and unique Japanese culture combined in one trip makes skiing in Japan a fantastic experience.

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]]> Kit Kat Chocolatory Store Opens In Tokyo https://www.japantrip.co.uk/news-features/kit-kat-chocolatory-store-opens-tokyo/ Thu, 23 Jan 2014 12:38:47 +0000 http://www.japantrip.co.uk/?p=807 Find unique Japanese Kit Kat flavours and super limited edition bars in the world's first Kit Kat Chocolatory shop, just opened in Tokyo.

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]]> 10 Great Ryokans in Tokyo https://www.japantrip.co.uk/accommodation/10-great-ryokans-tokyo/ Wed, 22 Jan 2014 15:05:40 +0000 http://www.japantrip.co.uk/?p=460 While many associate Tokyo with high rise modern hotels, you can still find old fashioned Japanese hospitality at the ryokans in the city. They're a great way to see a different side of Tokyo; here's 10 of our favourites.

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]]> Direct Flights to Japan from Europe https://www.japantrip.co.uk/transport/getting-japan-europe/ Mon, 13 Jan 2014 15:00:47 +0000 http://www.japantrip.co.uk/?p=759 An overview of airlines flying to Japan from Europe. Find the best prices and routes for your flights to Japan.

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]]> Hakone Ekiden https://www.japantrip.co.uk/news-features/hakone-ekiden/ Fri, 10 Jan 2014 00:06:06 +0000 http://www.japantrip.co.uk/?p=781 The 217km road relay race of Hakone Ekiden combines athletic skill and strategy to make this a thrilling race for spectators.

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