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Tailor-Made Japan Holidays

Sublime cuisine, sparky culture, those trains... welcome to the land of the rising fun!

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Our Japan journeys

These are some of our favourite Japan journeys, which we hope will help kick-start your planning. We tailor each and every holiday to suit you and your preferences - you call the shots, and we make it happen.

Classic with a Twist

Japan’s cultural big hitters, both ancient and modern, live large in our imaginations, from the bright neon high-rises of its busy cities to the serene shrines and cherry blossom of the more rural regions. A popular way to take in some of the country’s superstar highlights is via the legendary ‘Golden Route’, travelling between Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, and we’ve added our own expert twists to this classic journey to make it shine.

Price from: £4,390 US$5,890
Ideal length 13 days

Beyond the Golden Route

Between the big cities

Japan has so much more nuance and variation to offer beyond its cinematic headliners. Taking inspiration from the Japanese art of kintsugi - repairing objects with gold - we’ve shattered Japan’s classic ‘Golden Route’ and bonded it back together with a little more samurai history, scenic views, lesser-visited cities, spirituality, and a touch of coastal connection.

Price from: £6,290 US$8,390
Ideal length 17 days

Japan Family Adventure

Many of the Selective Asia team will tell you that Japan is their ultimate family destination. It’s safe and fun, with a high-tech culture that feels familiar from afar and yet astonishingly different in reality. There’s a plethora of delicious food, reassuringly fastidious hygiene, and a feeling of genuine reciprocity wherever you go.

Price from: £4,390 US$5,890
Ideal length 13 days

Nihon no doko he demo

日本のどこへでも。or ‘everywhere in Japan!’

Our ‘Big Japan Trip’ has the perfect balance of big ticket destinations with hidden gems and plenty of time to let it all soak in - taking it a little bit slower allows you real insight and will make you hungry for a return trip.

Price from: £6,190 US$8,290
Ideal length 21 days

Journey to Yakushima

Kyushu Island, Japan

Well away from the bright lights and ultra modern cities, is the other Japan you crave, on the lesser visited island of Kyushu.

Price from: £4,590 US$6,090
Ideal length 14 days

A Yūgen Path to Shikoku

Honshu & Shikoku

Whether you’re seeing Japan for the first time or returning to explore further, the route less travelled towards Shikoku offers a core of history and culture that’s deeply connected to Japan’s natural heartbeat. Make your way from Osaka to the folklore-rich gardens of Okayama, and cross to Shikoku for a change of pace. Stand on the line where art and nature meet in Naoshima, hop on two wheels to ride the Shimanami Kaido trail, and connect with a gentler side to Japan.

Price from: £6,490 US$8,690
Ideal length 13 days

Hokkaido, Your Way

Northern adventures

Whether you’re a first-time visitor to Japan hoping to go further, or a returning traveller looking for a deeper experience, Hokkaido will expand your horizons. Those who do venture this far north are rewarded with wide skies spread out over protected National Parks, sheltering lakes, stark volcanic terrain, and wildlife that simply can’t be found anywhere else in the country.

Price from: £3,390 US$4,490
Ideal length 10 days

Following Ancient Trails

Japan’s walking trails

Wander along the ancient trails of Kumano Kodo and its spiritual shrines, enjoying the peaceful, and enchanting surroundings as well as taking in the hospitality of local families along the way. A serene and meditative walking tour such as this can be part of a larger itinerary, or be the centre of a trip in its own right.

Price from: £6,390 US$8,590
Ideal length 17 days

Saké and Seoul: Japan & South Korea

Japan and South Korea go together like ginger and chilli - two feisty neighbours running parallel to each other in so many ways. Their similarities run from technological innovation to mountainous landscapes, but with striking individualities that stand out. Seeing both countries in one trip gives you two perspectives on the same sunrise.

Price from: £4,890 US$6,590
Ideal length 13 nights