There’s no better way to explore dramatic nature and lively townscapes than by hiking in Japan self-guided. Moreover, the vast majority of its best natural and urban destinations are accessible and easily traversable with walking routes. From the rolling hills and mountains of northernmost Hokkaido, to the tropical southern islands of Okinawa, via the urban jungles of Tokyo and Osaka, Japan has varied walking suited to any level.

Perhaps the biggest challenge is deciding where to walk in Japan. The answer varies depending on how confident you are, when and where in Japan you are visiting, your interests and what you hope to achieve with the adventure. It’s important to look at all the criteria for deciding a hike in Japan.

Please drop us an email for further information on our personalized planning service to build an itinerary unique to your trip. Please also take a look at our Why travel? page for some initial planning stage ideas to get the most  out of your walk and time in Japan.