15 Awesome Things to Do in Tokyo
Welcome to Tokyo, the only place in the world that you can eat Michelin-starred food for under $10, sleep in a capsule, or watch live baseball at 4am in the morning.
Experience Japan in Australia and New Zealand
Experience Japan in Australia and New Zealand
Japan’s unique culture and breathtaking natural landscapes are renowned worldwide. Stories and images of the snowy mountains of Tohoku or bustling streets of Tokyo have inspired adventures to the land of endless discovery for generations, but now you can be inspired in your own city…
Experience Japan abroad and gain an insight into true Japanese culture with these fantastic festivals throughout Australia and New Zealand. Make sure you stop by and see us at the Visit Japan booth at each event to get all your information on travel to Japan and the upcoming 2019 Rugby World Cup.
Event – Auckland Japan Day 2018
When: Sunday 25th of February Where: Queens Wharf, Auckland
Throw away all your plans! New Zealand’s biggest Japanese event is coming to Queens Wharf at the Cloud & Shed 10. Dive head first into Japanese culture with mouth-watering Japanese foods, stage performances, cultural displays and more.
Free entry
Event – Canterbury Japan Day 2018
When: Sunday 4th of March Where: Riccarton Park, Christchurch
Celebrate summer in true Japanese style at Canterbury Japan Day 2018. Experience taiko drumming, kendo and sumo wrestling under the sun. Cool off with art exhibitions, handicraft stalls and the Sapporo beer garden. Most importantly, don’t forget to leave room for all the Japanese food delicacies you can think of!
Free entry
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The Colours of Matsuri Sydney
View the rich colours of last year’s Matsuri festival below. Make sure you use #MatsuriSydney on any photos you upload to see them on this website!
Useful Links
Japan ‘The Luxe Guide’
Where breathtaking landscapes meet fascinating traditions and modern culture. More Vogue Australia’s round up of the best of luxury Japan.
Ski Destinations
Japan offers some incredible skiing, with mountains of powder snow and over 600 ski resorts…
Seeking Samurai in Kakunodate
I have always been fascinated with the Japanese warriors called Samurai since I saw the 2003 movie The Last Samurai starring Tom Cruise.
Accommodation
Japan abounds in accommodations, both western-style and Japanese. Types of accommodation vary widely in terms of style and price.
Family
Throughout Japan there are activities and adventures for the whole family to undertake and world class family hotels to return to at the end of the day.