Refinement at its best

Few countries boast as many contrasts as the Empire of the Sun. In addition to its highly populated, ultra-modern megacities, the archipelago is also dotted with numerous ancestral villages steeped in tradition that still is part of everyday life. Explore the bustling downtown areas of Tokyo or Kyoto—reminiscent of anthills, with hundreds of people constantly bustling about—where you can check out some cool robotic restaurants and rather unusual amusement centers.

A few hours’ drive from the city, a tropical paradise awaits nature lovers, with volcanic mountains and an incredibly rich rural heritage: rice paddies, floral art, traditional crafts, gastronomy, music and traditional dance. The City of Hiroshima, Mount Fuji and the mountainous town of Takayama also offer countless not-to-be-missed options.

Do as the locals do—immerse yourself in the sulphurous water of the thermal spas and learn about a refined art of living that permeates every moment spent in the Japanese archipelago.

An unforgettable immersion into a fascinating civilization where history and modernity are in constant flux. //

– Stéphanie Blanchette, Travel Consultant