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Japan rewards patience and attention — the hushed precision of a Tokyo hotel corridor at dawn, the quality of light in a Kyoto garden. Splendid's Japan coverage centres on the hotels and experiences that transform a visit into something memorised.
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Aman Tokyo, Park Hyatt Tokyo, Hoshinoya Tokyo, The Tokyo EDITION Toranomon, Aman Kyoto, Hoshinoya Kyoto, The Shinmonzen and Amanemu all rank among Japan's most celebrated hotels. Aman properties consistently top design and service lists.
Ten to fourteen days lets you combine Tokyo (5–7 days), Kyoto (3–4 days) and a side trip to Hakone, Nikko or the Japanese Alps. First-time visitors often underestimate how much each city rewards slow exploration.
Late March to early April for cherry blossom, late October to mid-November for autumn foliage. Both seasons are exceptional but also the busiest and most expensive — book hotels six months in advance. Winter (January–February) offers clear skies, onsen weather and quieter cities.