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Be amazed by hi–tech innovation and architecture; hike through deep forests; soak in hot springs; drink sake; see an intricate performance of sumo wrestling; learn how to eat sushi politely. The four main islands of Japan present a great variety of landscapes and attractions. Hokkaido offers walking and even skiing in the Daisetsuzan National Park, with its mountains, volcanoes, lakes and forests; Honshu boasts the modern wonders of Tokyo, the ancient temples and gardens of Kyoto and the stunning seascapes of the Noto–Hanto Peninsula; Shikoku is a window into Japan's rural heritage, with farmlands and orange groves as well as Samurai castles; and Kyushu provides spectacular mountain scenery and active volcanoes in the Kirishima National Park. With a vast network of hostels, there is enormous scope for exploring this richly packed country - and accommodation varies from modern buildings to facilities at Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines.

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Travel Advice

Hostelling International advises you always to check with your own national authorities (Foreign Ministry, State Department etc.) concerning the need for visas, any safety concerns, or any specific restrictions, which may apply in the countries to which you intend to travel.

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Health

Medical Insurance is recommended.

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Other Information

There are four beautiful seasons in Japan. Travellers can experience traditional culture and customs, staying in hostels typical of urban and country environments – including a Buddhist Temple.
 
 
 
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