😲 How to ACTUALLY plan a Japan trip 🇯🇵 | Step-by-Step Guide for First-Timers [Ep. 1]

😲 How to ACTUALLY plan a Japan trip 🇯🇵 | Step-by-Step Guide for First-Timers [Ep. 1]

Japan’s calling you and you’re ready to come and visit. Now comes the fun part and the overwhelming part. If you’ve been scrolling through a million blog posts, watching Instagram reals and Tik Tok videos, random YouTube videos, or stressing about which train passed to buy, you’re at the right place. This series is going to walk you through every key step to planning your dream trip to Japan in order, at your pace, and without all the chaos. I’m Venise, and I lead the team behind Flip Japan. We’ve helped thousands of people plan their trips here through custom itineraries, private and group tours, travel planning consultations, you name it. We live here, we travel constantly, and we’ve figured out what actually works and what doesn’t. So, now we’re handing that all over to you. There are 13 steps in total, each with its own episode. You can follow along one by one or skip around based on where you’re at in your planning journey. Here’s what we’ll be covering. Step one is all about picking when to go. Japan has legit seasons like full on Sakura spring, sweaty festival filled summers, fiery autumn leaves, and snowy winter wonderlands. We’ll help you figure out which one fits your vibe. Then step two, we’ll talk about how long to stay and where to go. Most people come for two to 3 weeks, but even if you’ve got less time, there are smart ways to make the most out of it. Step three is choosing an itinerary that matches your style. City hopping, slow travel, deep dives into lesserknown regions. We’ll show you some sample routes that you can use and tweak around. Step four is all about the money talk, setting a realistic budget and figuring out what your trip is actually going to cost. And spoiler alert, it doesn’t have to be crazy expensive. Then we’ll move on to step five, where you book your flights and accommodation. We’ll help you do it in a smart way so you don’t end up stuck in a weird part of town or overpaying for a flight with three stopovers. Then step six is all about choosing your base cities. Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka are the big three, but we also will shout out some underrated gems that are totally worth visiting. In step seven, we’ll break down transportation passes. Not just the JR pass, which to be honest is no longer the obvious choice, but other regional options that might make more sense for your route. Step eight is all about reservations. Stuff that actually sells out way in advance, like Pokémon Cafe, Jubilee Museum, Team Lab, and even certain trains and restaurants. Book early or miss out. Step nine is all about packing. What to pack, what to skip, and the weird little things you wish you had, like a coin purse, and a power bank. Step 10 covers connectivity, SIMs, eims, pocket Wi-Fi, how to stay connected without relying on random free Wi-Fi that barely works. Step 11 dives into common mistakes that first- timers make and how to avoid them, from train confusion to cultural slip-ups. Step 12 is about getting from the airport to your hotel. It’s not hard, but it’s also not as simple as you might expect, especially if you’re landing late or hauling a lot of luggage. And finally, step 13 is your pre-eparture checklist. Making sure you’ve got everything ready to go before you board that flight. This is really important because we don’t want you to have last minute panic attacks here. By the end of this series, you’ll have your entire trip planned out confidently, clearly, and in a way that actually fits you. No more guessing, no more overwhelm, just solid, tried and tested info from people who live here and do this for a living. So, if you’re ready to start building your dream Japan trip, let’s go. Episode two is up next. We’ll help you figure out the best time to go based on your travel style and what Japan has to offer in every season. I’ll catch you there.

Planning your dream Japan trip but feeling a bit overwhelmed? You’re not alone — and you’re definitely in the right place. Whether you’ve just booked your flight or are still figuring out when to go, this series will walk you through every key step to planning your perfect Japan adventure — minus the stress.

We are from Flip Japan—a Japan-based travel agency—and we know what works and what doesn’t. Now, we’re handing it all over to you.

👉 This 13-part series covers everything from:
• When to go (sakura or snow?)
• How long to stay & where to go
• Itinerary ideas that match your vibe
• And loads more…

✨ We post new episodes every week, so make sure to subscribe and turn on notifications — you don’t want to miss a step!

Ready to start planning your Japan trip like a pro? Hit play and let’s go!

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Time Stamps

00:00 Japan is calling!
00:24 Who we are and why we know how to plan a Japan trip.
00:41 Steps to planning a trip to Japan

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Check out our services!

🇯🇵 Tours 🇯🇵
Obsessed with history, a foodie at heart, or just love exploring? Our private and group tours let you experience Japan your way! 🚆🍣🏯
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🇯🇵 Trip Planning 🇯🇵
Not sure where to start? We’ll craft a personalised itinerary packed with unforgettable experiences, so you can travel stress-free! 🗺️✨
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Contact us!

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Freebies just for you!

🎁 Free Japan Gift Box 🎁

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What’s included in the Free Japan Gift Box?

👉 Japan Travel Guide: The Japan Guide to help you explore the ins and outs of Japan
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What to watch next

Experience Japan

Traveling in Japan

Life in Japan

Moving to Japan

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