JAPAN

Japan is a land of incredible contrasts. You’ll find a country where cutting-edge modern technology and futuristic fashions exist alongside ancient traditions such as the samurai, shinto and geisha. Tokyo, Japan’s busy and sprawling capital, is famous for its sleek skyscrapers, pop culture, peaceful gardens, fashion-forward shopping and high-speed bullet trains. Meanwhile, Kyoto is the cultural center of Japan with old traditional teahouses, temples, Zen gardens and exquisite Geisha. The hidden backstreets of Kyoto are filled with local artisan shops, old-school noodle joints and some of the best sushi spots in the country. Hakone, a hot spring retreat with traditional ryokans offers views of the iconic Mount Fuji, Osaka, 17th-century castles, Hiroshima, an UNESCO World Heritage Site and Seto Inland Sea - a cluster of Art Islands filled with surreal art installations, cutting edge museums, and architectural gems.