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If you’ve fallen in love with Japan after watching the smash hit Shogun TV series, then we have the destinations for you.

From winter illuminations and snowy weather to uniquely Japanese Christmas and New Year’s Eve celebrations, December is the most wonderful time of the year.

There are few better ways to really get to know a country than by camping under the stars, and Japan has more than 3,000 campsites to choose from.

From samurai to sumo, origami to kabuki, Japanese culture is fascinating for children of all ages.

Experience what an old-fashioned onsen town is like with the World Heritage listed Yunotsu Onsen in Shimane Prefecture.

Few beyond the borders of Japan have likely heard of pachinko, but this complex game is big business in Japan. A form of gambling that at first glance looks a lot like pinball.

Japan’s beautiful and historic palaces are a popular destination all year round and offer a fascinating insight into the country’s heritage and culture.

The Imperial Katsura Villa in Kyoto (Katsura Rikyū) is an exceptional example of early 17th-century Japanese architecture and garden design.

Japan arguably boasts the most beautiful and iconic pagodas in all of Asia. Here’s our top five to visit while you’re discovering this unforgettable country.

Japan. The Land of the Rising Sun. The Ancient World. A cornucopia of historical, cultural, religious, architectural, and culinary delights.