A JOURNEY IN JAPAN

James and I are travelling to Japan for the first time in this backpacking adventure. 

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We will be travelling there for one month, starting in Tokyo and then using the Japan Rail Pass to explore the country.

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Japan is a fascinating land of contrasts, from the old temples and traditions to the modern technology and transport.

 

Discover it all in this 2 part documentary series. 

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Watch the episodes below >>

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Click here for the budget breakdown & itinerary >>

 

EPISODE 1: TOKYO TO KYOTO

 

LOCATION

Japan

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DATE

January - February 2018

 

DESCRIPTION

James and Iare travelling to Japan for the first time for a one month backpacking adventure. 

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Highlights of this episode include racing Mario Kart’s around the streets of Tokyo; travelling to Nagano and seeing the snow monkeys at Shibu Onsen; heading up to the ski resort of Hakub; exploring the old city of Kanazawa and discovering different temples and shrines in Kyoto.

 

EPISODE 2: OSAKA TO MT FUJI

LOCATION

Japan

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DATE

January - February 2018

 

DESCRIPTION

Episode 2 sees us having a fun few days exploring Osaka and sampling some of the local food. 

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The trip then takes a detour to Universal Studios before heading to the picturesque town of Nara. In Hiroshima we visit the Peace Memorial Park, Miyajima Island and cycle the Shimanami Kaido. 

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Finally the trip ends at Hakone to see the stunning Mt Fuji. 

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