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Located on the southern tip of Kyushu, Ibusuki is famous for its dark sandy beaches, unspoiled nature and onsen. In addition to the scenic train ride to Ibusuki

Being home bound does not mean having to stop exploring the world. Get inspired with this Virtual Tour of Japan’s Most Beautiful Spots using Google Street view.

South of Osaka, the best places to visit in the Kii Peninsula include sacred shrines, white sand beaches and one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots.

Could June be Japan’s best kept secret? Find out why this less popular month might just be the perfect time to beat the crowds and enjoy everything this beautiful and historic country has to offer.

Every year, Easter is getting bigger in Japan. Following in Christmas and Valentine’s footsteps, Easter celebrations are becoming more popular and widespread across the country - with a unique Japanese twist.

Famous for the striking Matsumoto Castle, there are other reasons to visit Matsumoto. See what this superb city in the Japanese Alps of Honshu has to offer.

The very best of Spring and Summer come together in Japan during the month of May - one of the country’s ‘Goldilocks’ months when everything is ‘just right’.

From Cherry Blossom season to Japanese baseball, the return of classic computer game Final Fantasy VII to Disney’s Easter celebrations in Tokyo, April is the coolest month to visit Japan.

From geishas and cherry blossoms to epic cycling adventures and green tea plantations, discover why Japan is the perfect place to experience the joy of Spring.

From Anime to Sumo, gorgeously mild weather to spectacular Spring festivals, March might just be the best month to visit the beautiful country of Japan.