If you're planning on visiting Japan and are looking for inspiration on where to go and what to see - perhaps we can help!
Having visited and lived in Japan, we have cherry picked our favourite spots to share with the world.
Japan is a stunning country with fascinating history, huge cities and tiny rural villages, awe inspiring natural sights, unique art and culture, incredible food and wonderfully hospitible people. There's so much to do and see!
Read some of our recommendations for visiting Japan and let us know what you think on Twitter.
Sakura, or cherry blossom, is one of Japan's natural wonders. If you're visiting Japan in spring, you must find time to see these indulgent bright pink flowers which illuminate the parks and gardens of Japan
Tokyo, Hiroshima, Nature, Cherry Blossom
Japanese train stations are a surprising source of excellent food and drink while you travel, or even for a nice evening meal
Travel in Japan, train, JR rail pass, food, Okayama
This is a curious cocktail bar in Kyoto where you're guaranteed an unusual experience
Kyoto, Bars, Cocktails, Gin, Nightlife
Visit these beautiful gardens in Okayama and enjoy peace, tranquility and open space in the middle of the city
Okayama, Japanese Gardens, Parks, Castles, Nature
Visit this important historical site in the centre of Hiroshima, a memorial to the people who were killed in the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in 1945
Hiroshima, History, WW2
See the world's best national rugby teams as Japan hosts the 2019 Rugby World Cup
Sport, Rugby, Tokyo, Yokohama
Visit this excellent quirky sushi restaurant in Shibuya, Tokyo, for delicious and well-priced sushi, served over the counter or with table service
Tokyo, Shibuya, Food, Restaurants, Sushi
Travelling in Japan is easy because you can always pick up good, cheap food from convenience stores, or Combini. Rice balls (Onigiri) are brilliant!
Food, Combini convenience stores, travelling in Japan
Department stores in Japan can be a surprising source of great restaurant and deli food. Parco in Shibuya, Tokyo is a perfect place for lunch.
Tokyo, shopping, food
Okonomiyaki is a Japanese savoury pancake, stacked full of ingredients such as meat, fish and vegetables. At Okonomi-mura in Hiroshima you can try Okonomiyaki from dozens of small restaurants.
Hiroshima, Food, Restaurants
The island of Itsukushima is better known as Miyajima, or Shrine Island and is a beautiful day trip from Hiroshima.
Hiroshima, Culture, Shinto Shrines, Hiking
Enjoy one of Japan's Buddhist national treasures in rural Kamakura, only an hour from Tokyo and the ideal day trip
Buddhism, Tokyo, nature, hiking, Giant Buddha
This 40-floor luxury hotel in Shibuya is a fabulous place to stay when visiting Tokyo, a perfect Honeymoon location
Tokyo, 5-star hotels, accomodation
Visit this yakiniku (barbeque) restaurant in Kyoto for a fun night cooking your own food
Kyoto, food, restaurants, yakiniku
Enjoy amazing views of Tokyo from the 40th floor at this upmarket hotel bar, a great spot for a special celebration
Tokyo, bars with a view, nightlife, cocktails