What Are the Top Destinations in Japan?

Japan guided tours may include Tokyo and Kyoto, but also natural treasures like Mount Fuji, ancient forests, hot springs (aka. “onsen”) and cherry blossom.

Below are our most visited cities, destinations and national parks in Japan.

Kyoto is the former capital of Japan and - even though it is a large and modern city, it feels small and traditional. You can find lots of temples, kimonos and geishas, all you need for some great pictures. Between Kyoto and Osaka is Nara, another former capital worth visiting.

Osaka is the 2nd largest city of Japan with a large harbour. Tourists may like the Osaka Castle, Large Wheel and Aquarium with a whale shark.

The Tokyo metropolitan area with 30 million people is probably the largest city in the world. You can find the best hotels, the finest restaurants and the most luxury cars, watches, clothes, just as electronics etc here. There is also lots of night life, some great temples and the world famous fish market (for the best sushi).

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Walking Tours

Active vacation where you walk between destinations.

To join a walking or trekking tour you should be in good shape and used to walking 10-20 km per day. Tours like this can take you through cities and rural areas, but also across hills, valleys and beautiful landscape. You need bring a day-pack, the tour operator will organise hotels and transportation of your main luggage.

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Google Map: Walk the Kumano Kodo
From/To
Osaka (Round Trip)
Countries
Japan
Age Group
8 - 99 Years
Participants
Christian Tours
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Overall rating
Star Rating: 5 (5)
Activities
tour category: Fishingtour category: Walkingtour category: Naturetour category: Train
Duration
11 days
Starting at
± USD 4,866
Operator

Starting at

± USD 4,866

11 days
Next Departure
04-Oct-2026
05-Oct-2026
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Google Map: Walk the Nakasendo Trail
From/To
Tokyo (Round Trip)
Countries
Japan
Age Group
8 - 99 Years
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Walkingtour category: Train
Duration
11 days
Starting at
± USD 4,906
Operator

Starting at

± USD 4,906

11 days
Next Departure
04-Oct-2026
05-Oct-2026
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Google Map: Walk Japan - Kumano Kodo Trail
From/To
Tokyo ⇒ Osaka
Countries
Japan
Operator
Tour Type
Group Tours Group Tours
Activities
tour category: Fishingtour category: Boattour category: Walkingtour category: Naturetour category: Traintour category: Safari
Duration
12 days
Starting at
± USD 5,775
Operator

Starting at

± USD 5,775

12 days
Next Departure
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