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  1. 10 best road trips in Japan

    6. The Noto Peninsula drive. Best road trip for dramatic coastal seascapes. Takaoka - Kanazawa; 236km (147 miles), 1-2 days. From the picture-perfect sunrise of Amaharashi Beach to the bracing coastline of Ishikawa Prefecture, this road trip will take you past some of Japan's finest coastal scenery.

  2. How to Spend 13 Days in Japan—Our Japan Road Trip Itinerary

    Quick Stats and Costs: Japan by Van. We all had an amazing time touring Japan by campervan! All in all, our trip covered 1,647 kilometers across Japan ( 1023.4 miles). Our average nightly campsite price was $36 or 5,000 yen. The cost of our RV rental for 11 nights was $1,779.24 USD (roughly $161.72 per night).

  3. The Ultimate Japanese Road Trips

    The Ultimate Japanese Road Trips. Taking a road trip across Japan is a unique experience. The country has a rapid and efficient train network servicing all of the major cities, so head for those really tricky-to-reach destinations to justify your trip. Here's our guide to getting behind the wheel and discovering the best Japan has to offer.

  4. 6 best road trips in Japan: from the Japanese Alps to Hokkaido farmland

    Route: Chino to Matsumoto. Total distance: 76km. Take a drive through the Japanese Alps on this scenic road known as the Venus Line. The drive connects Nagano's central highlands and feels as if ...

  5. Top 10 Unforgettable Road Trips to Experience in Japan

    Experience the best of Japan's scenic wonders and cultural treasures with our top 10 unforgettable road trips. Embark on an epic adventure across the Land of the Rising Sun. ... What is the longest road trip in Japan? A: The longest road trip in Japan is the journey from Cape Soya in Hokkaido to Cape Sata in Kyūshū, covering a distance of ...

  6. 48 hours in Hokkaido

    Let's discover Hokkaido by hopping in a car and going on a road trip across its stunning landscape. WATCH our Sapporo trip: https://youtu.be/2guZrrVMGfI GE...

  7. Japan road trip itinerary from Tokyo to Osaka

    Day 7: Kyoto to Osaka - drive to Osaka, do some sightseeing & go on a street food tour. Miles: 34. The drive from Kyoto to Osaka should take less than an hour, so set off after breakfast to get there around mid-morning ready to kick off the final full day of your Japan road trip.

  8. 10 Best Road Trips in Japan

    Tsunoshima Ohashi Bridge in Yamaguchi. 10. Hakone Hill Turnpike in Kanagawa. Traveling in Japan. Japan Wonder Travel Tours. Other articles you might enjoy. 1. Izu Skyline in Shizuoka. If you fancy great views of Mt Fuji on your road trip, the Izu Skyline in Shizuoka may be just what you are looking for.

  9. Hit the road to Japan's secret spots

    Recommended road trip itineraries to explore. Japan's diverse charms. From breezy coastal drives and picturesque mountain roads to stunning routes through Japan's magnificent seasonal scenery, enjoy road trips through Toyama, Nagano, Fukushima, and Hokkaido to witness the different charms the land of the rising sun has to offer.

  10. Driving in Japan: How to Plan a Japan Road Trip

    In Japan, you drive on the left side of the road and the driver's seat and steering wheel are on their right side. The legal minimum age for driving is 18 years. Drinking and driving is strictly prohibited. Road signs and rules follow international standards, and most signs on major roads are in Japanese and English.

  11. 8 favorite scenic spots on road trip routes in Japan

    There's nothing quite like a road trip, by automobile or motorcycle, to take in the magnificent scenery of Japan. From Hokkaido in the north to Okinawa in the south, join us as we drive along some of Japan's most famous and remarkable roads. There's plenty of variation to appreciate throughout Japan's 4 distinct seasons, from the vivid

  12. Road tripping in Japan: The checklist

    The legal driving age is 18 years old. They drive on the left (phew!) with right-hand drive cars. Using a phone (even if it's hands-free) can incur a fine in Japan, so best not use it whilst you're driving. Drinking and driving is strictly prohibited. Pedestrians have right of way.

  13. Japan Road Trips: 10 Spellbinding Routes For A Drive In 2023

    2. Metasequoia Tree Road, Shiga. Image Source. Metasequoia Tree Road is a picturesque route in the Shiga Prefecture of Japan. The 2.4-kilometer long stretch of the road is lines with 500 Sequoia trees. The average height of each tree is about 35-meters. Driving through this shaded road is a blissful experience.

  14. 4-Day Road Trip Across Central Japan: Episode 1

    Learn more about this trip:https://www.japan-guide.com/ad/chubu-roadtrip/day-1.htmlEpisode 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SsIaL2HMI_YIn Episode 1 of this...

  15. 15 Things I Wished I Knew Before My First Road Trip in Japan

    - 7-Day Okinawa Itinerary Under S$1.2k — Road Trip in Japan's Underrated Island Utopia - 7D Japan Itinerary For S$1.3k — A Tokyo and Mount Fuji Adventure - First Timer's Guide to Shikoku — 13 Unique Things to Do in Japan Besides Sightseeing - 7D6N Japan Itinerary Under S$1.4k — Road Trip from Tokyo to Mt. Fuji and Beyond

  16. 4-Day Okinawa Japan Road Trip Guide: A complete itinerary to experience

    LITTLE SHERPAS. Follow us @littlesherpatravels. Follow our 4 day Okinawa, Japan road trip guide around Naha, complete with maps, driving times and distances and all the best stops to make the most of a visit to Okinawa. Explore the clear blue waters of Cape Manzamo, Cape Maeda, Cape Zanpa and Kouri Island, see Whale Sharks at the Churaumi ...

  17. 48 hours in Hokkaido

    Youtube. I Escaped to Japan's HIDDEN Mountain Village ?? 48Hrs Walking the Nakasendo. Japan might be known for its megacities such as Tokyo, but most of the country is just a pile of mountains. Over 48 hrs we walk the Nakasendo trail starting at the stunning village of Naraijuku, nestled in the remote mountains of central Japan.

  18. 3 Day Road Trip Across Kyushu

    Learn more about this trip across Kyushu:https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e4571.htmlOn this epic 3 day road trip we'll journey across Kyushu Island from Oita to...

  19. Tohoku

    During road trips it's important to make pit stops. Here you can stop for some food, drinks, and even a nice free Japanese foot bath! It gets your circulation going getting you ready to go for further adventures! ★Tendo Hot Spring Rest Area 🏢2-3-41 Kuwanomachi, Tendo, Yamagata ⏰9:00-18:00 💻Related information (link)

  20. Getting around in Japan

    Spread across 7,000 islands and dotted with megacities, mountain ranges and mighty national parks, Japan can be a little overwhelming to first-time visitors keen to pack their vacation with major attractions. But look a little closer, and you'll find this Asian powerhouse is a delight to travel around, whether by train, ferry or using a hired set of wheels.

  21. Road Trip in Japan? : r/JapanTravel

    Grab the car ferry from Yawatahama direct to Beppu. It's a super pretty journey, and a unique way to make the trip across to Kyushu. Then you can drive through Yufuin on the way to Mount Aso. Theres a ton of neat places around here that are more car accessible than train accessible (Like Kurokawa Onsen).

  22. Cycling in Japan

    2 Multi-day routes 1 Organised trip 1 Article. "Cycling in Japan is an experience like no other: cycling routes that snake through valleys and up volcanoes, hot springs you can soak in, unforgettable ryokan hotels, historic shrines, warm hospitality, futuristic cities and delicious food. Experiencing Japan by bike is an experience you won't ...

  23. Join PlayStation Tournaments: Road to Evo and watch Evo Japan

    Play for a trip to Evo in PlayStation Tournaments: Road to Evo and watch Japan's premier fighting game tournament. As we near the end of April, the fighting game scene truly begins to heat up. From April 27 to 29, the best of the best will gather in Tokyo to crown an Evo Japan champion. Then, players will gather for the world's premier ...

  24. We Drove Across Japan In An R34 GT-R And S2000

    In this episode, @dustiinw and I drive across Japan in our R34 GT-R and S2000 from Tokyo to Kyoto.Check out Dustin's version of this video: https://www.youtu...

  25. Dubai airport struggles to resume flights after heavy rains leave ...

    Dubai International Airport, one of the world's busiest aviation hubs, remained in disarray Thursday after unprecedented heavy rain led to airliners having to negotiate flooded runways.