No country tests your itinerary-making skills quite like Japan because there is simply too much to see. I've created this first-time Japan itinerary, all in one place, to help you see the best of Japan without feeling overwhelmed. As a first-time traveller to Japan, you should ideally stick to the Golden Triangle, Osaka, Kyoto and Tokyo. In this blog, I'll share our firsthand travel stories and detailed information in separate links for each destination.

Planning your first trip to Kyoto? This 4-day Kyoto itinerary is designed to help you explore the city's most iconic temples, cultural districts, and nearby day trips. From walking through the thousands of torii gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha to visiting the stunning Kiyomizu-dera Temple, seeing the thousands of statues at Sanjūsangendō Temple, exploring the historic streets of Gion, and planning a day trip to Nara, this itinerary covers the best of Kyoto in a practical, day-

One of the most riveting experiences of our Japan trip was a visit to the beautiful Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine. In this blog, you will find all the relevant information for first-time travellers to this beautiful shrine.

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kiyomizu-dera Temple is also known for its stunning architecture, dating back almost 1200 years. 3 streams of sacred water flow into the temple Kiyomizu-dera, thus rendering it the moniker that translates to 'Pure water temple'. The special feature of this temple is the large veranda, popularly known as the Kiyomizu Stage, that juts out from the main hall. The Kiyomizu Stage, built in 1633, is an architectural marvel in its own right.

The Sanjūsangendō Temple in Kyoto is a cherished national treasure of Japan. If you're looking for an unspoiled spiritual experience right in the city centre, then Sanjūsangendō is a temple you must visit. The relics that you see here are unparalleled in their beauty.

Watching a Geisha show in Japan is one of the most sought-after activities on all Japan itineraries. Add to that the old-world charm of the Gion District in Kyoto, the hub for watching a geisha show, which draws visitors in droves from all over the world. So, is it really worth all the hype that surrounds this coveted show?

This blog will give you valuable tips about visiting the beautiful Kinkaku-ji Temple in Kyoto, and about watching the riveting Gear non-verbal show and spending time in the Nishiki Marketplace in the heart of Kyoto's Downtown district.