
Top 5 Destinations
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Tokyo
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Huge mix of ultra-modern + traditional: skyscrapers, anime & pop culture, shrines, temples.
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Great for shopping (electronics, fashion), food variety, vibrant city life.
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Easy to combine with day trips (e.g. to Hakone, Mount Fuji).
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For Indians: lots of vegetarian/vegan options in central Tokyo; English signage is pretty good.
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Kyoto
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The cultural heart of Japan. Think: thousands of red torii gates (Fushimi Inari), historic temples & shrines, traditional tea houses, geisha districts, bamboo forests (Arashiyama). Click here target="_blank">leso.co.in
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Beautiful especially in spring (cherry blossoms) and autumn foliage.
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Less hectic than Tokyo, more serene and traditional.
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Osaka
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Food lover’s paradise — street food, casual vibe, very friendly locals. Places like Dotonbori are famous. Click here target="_blank">leso.co.in+2www.ndtv.com+2
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Good base to explore nearby attractions (e.g. Nara, Kyoto).
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Osaka has seen very high increase in interest by Indians in recent years — >150% growth in queries. www.ndtv.com+1
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Hakone / Mount Fuji / Fujikawaguchiko
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If you want natural beauty + onsen (hot springs) + views of Mt. Fuji — this area is perfect. Wikipedia+2blog.getexperience.com+2
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Relaxing contrast to busy cities. Great for nature walks, lakeside lodgings, photography.
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Hokkaido (especially in certain seasons)
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For snow lovers: skiing, snow festivals (e.g. Sapporo Snow Festival) etc. Click here target="_blank">leso.co.in
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In summer, Hokkaido has beautiful flower fields (Furano etc.), milder weather, great nature.
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Less crowded than big cities; good escape into natural landscapes.
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