A Japanese mountain with the sea below it

11 Photos That Prove Japan Is Cool AF.

Marianne one of our authors

Written by Marianne Lampon

Originally from Cambridge, Marianne has officially caught the travel bug. A lover of movies and fitness, Marianne will always stop to pet dogs when she’s out exploring and will steal your food when you’re not looking.

Japan is one of those places that you just have to visit at least once in your life. With a unique culture, spectacular landscapes, buzzing cities and, of course, all of the food, it’s undeniable – Japan is cool AF.

Don’t believe us? Come check out these 11 photos of Japan.

Get ready to pack your bags 😏



1. Cherry blossom season in Japan brings millions of visitors to the country every year. Head to Japan around March and April to catch a glimpse of this epic event 🌸
cherry blossoms in Japan, in front of a building

 

2. Here’s another pic just in case you needed extra persuasion 😉
A close up picture of cherry blossoms

 

3. Enter: Mt Fuji. About 100 km outside of Tokyo, Mt Fuji has inspired art, locals and travellers alike for thousands of years.
Mount Fuji behind Tokyo

 

4. On a clear day, you’ll be able to see its peak (coming in at 3,776 metres) from Tokyo and Yokohama. Or, if you’re on the train from Tokyo to Osaka, keep an eye out of your window for a glimpse of this beauty.
A Japanese mountain with the sea below it

 

5. Take a stroll through this amazing bamboo forest in Kyoto in the Arashiyama district and get ready to feel really small 💚
a walkway with bamboo caving in on both sides

 

6. For another impressive walkway, there’s the torrii gates that lead up to the main buildings of the Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto. Follow the trails into the forest of the sacred Mt Inari and embrace this incredible place. 
The orange torrii gates

 

7. For more walkies, get exploring Japan’s towns and cities. The endless quaint alleyways and backstreets have more hidden gems than you can poke a sushi roll at. 
Japan alleyway full of restaurants, people eating and signs

 

8. Did we mention the food in Japan is incredible? *drools* 😍
A chef preparing a meal

 

9. Alllll the sushi 😇
a platter of sushi
 
10. Wanna work off all that food? Japan is home to some of the most famous snow sports resorts. Check out Hakuba:
Ski lift in Hakuba, with snowy mountains in the back

 

11. Or Niseko for all your powder needs.
Snowy Niseko, Japan

 

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