When’s the best time to visit Japan?
Travel in springtime and you’ll be treated to Japan’s cherry blossom season in all of its candy-hued glory. An autumnal holiday brings the red and gold of the maple trees sweeping across the country from north to south. Summer is hot and wet, but there are some great festivals to experience across these months. Winter brings snow to the northern parts of the country – watch Japanese macaques warm up in steaming onsen, tuck into a warming bowl of udon noodles, and admire the spectacular creations at Sapporo’s annual Snow Festival.
What’s the flight time to Japan?
Flight time from the UK to Tokyo is around 13 hours.
What’s the time difference in Japan?
Japan is nine hours ahead of GMT.
What language is spoken in Japan?
Japanese is the official language, although it differs greatly from the east to west of the country. Some English is spoken in large cities, but you may struggle to find many English speakers in rural areas. On our Japan holidays, you’ll have a guide with you who speaks Japanese and can translate when needed.
Do I need a visa for holidays to Japan?
Currently, visas aren’t required for British Citizens. Entry requirements are subject to change, though – visit GOV UK or CIBT visas for more advice on passports and visas.
When is the cherry blossom season in Japan?
You can expect to see cherry blossom in Japan from the end of March to the beginning of April.
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