{"id":25587,"date":"2020-01-31T16:42:59","date_gmt":"2020-01-31T16:42:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.insidejapantours.com\/blog\/?p=25587"},"modified":"2026-02-27T09:11:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T09:11:31","slug":"romantic-destinations-japan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.insidejapantours.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/31\/romantic-destinations-japan\/","title":{"rendered":"Romantic destinations in Japan: Love is in the air!"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4>Like this post? Help us by sharing it!<\/h4><ul class=\"wpfai-list\"><li class=\"wpfai-list-item facebook\">\r\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.insidejapantours.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F25587&amp;t=\" title=\"Facebook\" class=\"wpfai-facebook wpfai-link wpfainw\">\r\n        <span class=\"fa-stack fa-lg\">\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-square fa-stack-2x\"><\/i>\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-facebook fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/span>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n    <\/li><li class=\"wpfai-list-item twitter\">\r\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/share?text=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.insidejapantours.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F25587\" title=\"Twitter\" class=\"wpfai-twitter wpfai-link wpfainw\">\r\n        <span class=\"fa-stack fa-lg\">\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-square fa-stack-2x\"><\/i>\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-twitter fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/span>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n    <\/li><li class=\"wpfai-list-item pinterest\">\r\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.insidejapantours.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F25587&amp;description=&amp;media=\" title=\"Pinterest\" class=\"wpfai-pinterest wpfai-link wpfainw\">\r\n        <span class=\"fa-stack fa-lg\">\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-square fa-stack-2x\"><\/i>\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-pinterest fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/span>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n    <\/li><li class=\"wpfai-list-item linkedin\">\r\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/linkedin.com\/shareArticle?mini=true&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.insidejapantours.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F25587&amp;title=\" title=\"Linked In\" class=\"wpfai-linkedin wpfai-link wpfainw\">\r\n        <span class=\"fa-stack fa-lg\">\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-square fa-stack-2x\"><\/i>\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-linkedin fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/span>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n    <\/li><li class=\"wpfai-list-item envelope\">\r\n      <a href=\"mailto:?subject=&amp;body=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.insidejapantours.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F25587%20-%20\" title=\"E-Mail\" class=\"wpfai-envelope wpfai-link wpfainw\">\r\n        <span class=\"fa-stack fa-lg\">\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-square fa-stack-2x\"><\/i>\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-envelope fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/span>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n    <\/li><li class=\"wpfai-list-item stumbleupon\">\r\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/www.stumbleupon.com\/submit?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.insidejapantours.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F25587\" title=\"Stumble Upon\" class=\"wpfai-stumbleupon wpfai-link wpfainw\">\r\n        <span class=\"fa-stack fa-lg\">\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-square fa-stack-2x\"><\/i>\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-stumbleupon fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/span>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n    <\/li><li class=\"wpfai-list-item reddit\">\r\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/www.reddit.com\/submit?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.insidejapantours.com%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F25587\" title=\"Reddit\" class=\"wpfai-reddit wpfai-link wpfainw\">\r\n        <span class=\"fa-stack fa-lg\">\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-square fa-stack-2x\"><\/i>\r\n          <i class=\"fa fa-reddit fa-stack-1x fa-inverse\"><\/i>\r\n        <\/span>\r\n      <\/a>\r\n    <\/li><\/ul><p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Every month, our Cond\u00e9 Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist Amy\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tadehara<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0brings us insider knowledge on how to access semi-impenetrable experiences, avoid crowds, and find hidden delights well away from those tourist-worn pathways.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here are her thoughts on the most romantic destinations in Japan&#8230;<\/span><!--more--><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Whether you\u2019re going on your honeymoon or just looking for a romantic getaway<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, we&#8217;ve got the inside scoop on the most romantic destinations in Japan. And they will charm your <em>socks<\/em> off.<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Where else could you experience ancient traditions and world-leading hospitality, topped off with accommodation ranging from ryokan with private hot spring baths to deluxe hotels atop skyscrapers? Whisper sweet nothings to one another as you stroll through quaint rural villages or whisk your loved one through electric streets; whatever your style, Japan is bursting with potential for romance.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kaga<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Onsen<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-25596 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Webp.net-compress-image.jpg\" alt=\"Kaga\u00a0Onsen\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1607\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Webp.net-compress-image.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Webp.net-compress-image-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Webp.net-compress-image-1024x686.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Webp.net-compress-image-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Webp.net-compress-image-564x378.jpg 564w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Webp.net-compress-image-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Webp.net-compress-image-2048x1371.jpg 2048w, 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\/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">First of\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">all<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0I\u2019d recommend<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0visiting\u202fJapan&#8217;s traditional heart\u202fin\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kaga<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Onsen<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a famous<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> hot spring area.\u202fFar from the bright lights\u202fof\u202fJapan\u2019s\u202fbigger cities,\u202f<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I love the four onsen<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fvillages (of which Kaga Onsen is one) <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">that\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sit\u202fsnugly\u202fin the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">countryside\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">surround<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ing<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fthe base of\u202fMt.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hakusan<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u202fNearby\u202fyou\u2019ll\u202ffind\u202flocal crafts such as lacquerware,\u202fgold leaf\u202fand\u202fceramics:\u202fperfect for recreating the pottery scene from Ghost.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To add to the experience while you&#8217;re in the area, with the below tour you can also ride the famous bullet train&#8217;s luxury &#8216;Gran Class&#8217;, visit the iconic alpine village of <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shirakawago,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and stop<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">&#8211;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">over in Kanazawa to discover the secrets of Japanese garden design at\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kenrokuen<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.insidejapantours.com\/exclusive-private-journeys\/i-epj300\/hokuriku-highlights\/\">Hokuriku Highlights<\/a> tour!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Nagasaki<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-25614\" src=\"https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-564x423.jpg 564w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-900x675.jpg 900w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-720x540.jpg 720w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-390x293.jpg 390w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-780x585.jpg 780w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/P1030082-510x383.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For a cosmopolitan city with a romantic vibe, head to Nagasaki. This<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0port city\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">is\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">steeped in ancient cultural roots, a history of international trade and natural treasures,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">and<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">the view from the observatory at Mt. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Inasa<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> in the evening has been named one of the most beautiful in the world. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sitting above the glittering skyline makes for a cinematic, timeless date.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Nagasaki\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">also\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">makes a great base for discovering the region<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> too<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Head to\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">nearby<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kujukushima<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Islands for spectacular natural vistas and delicious oysters<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0(a natural aphrodisiac<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">!).\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Over two hundred beautiful islands<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">dot the<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0azure<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0sea<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, ranging from thickly forested islets to rocky outcrops. Take a pirate boat sightseeing cruise or, for something truly romantic, hire a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">private\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">boa<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">t<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Another great day trip from Nagasaki is<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Okawachiyama<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Village,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">also\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">known as the &#8220;Village of the Secret Kilns&#8221;. This small, isolated village in the mountains consists mostly of pottery workshops and their store fronts.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Buy a piece of pottery as a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">souvenir or simply ramble through the mountainside village and enjoy the views.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Curious? View our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.insidejapantours.com\/self-guided-japan-holidays\/i-kas\/kyushu-adventure\/\">Kyushu Adventure<\/a> tour in more detail.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kinosaki<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Onsen<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-25590 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o.jpg\" alt=\"romantic destinations in Japan Kinosaki\u00a0Onsen\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-564x376.jpg 564w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-720x480.jpg 720w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-1440x960.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-390x260.jpg 390w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-780x520.jpg 780w, https:\/\/insidejapan.ams3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/cherry-blossoms_22026468618_o-510x340.jpg 510w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A picturesque village on the Japanese coast, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kinosaki<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Onsen<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0retains its old<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">e<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">-world<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">e romantic<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0charm<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0with traditional\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">wooden\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">buildings\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">running alongside<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0a beautiful canal\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">all the way<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0through the town. Take a stroll\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">through<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0the cherry blossom and weeping willow lined\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">streets\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">wearing a traditional Yukata<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">provided by your hotel. Visitors are welcomed to try all seven public <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">onsens<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in town. Stop along the way for\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">matcha<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">-flavored ice cream, Japanese tea or souvenirs. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Kinosaki<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Onsen<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0is just 2.5 hours from Kyoto by direct train, making it a great escape from the hustle and bustle. While here visit the nearby castle town of\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Izushi<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0with its\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">beautifully<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0preserved Edo era attractions and a traditional Kabuki theater.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Take a peep at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.insidejapantours.com\/self-guided-japan-holidays\/i-hscs\/hot-springs-and-countryside-honeymoon\/\">Hot Springs and Countryside Honeymoon Tour!<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tokyo<\/span><\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In Tokyo,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">you can<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0take your romantic escape to the next level: stay in world-class hotels, relax with in-room shiatsu<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0enjoy exclusive introductions to Michelin-starred chefs<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. But my favorite experience to arrange\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">for couples\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">is our sake tasting with a sake<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0sommelier<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0from France<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In addition to the<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0tasting experience<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, travelers enjoy a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">two to three-hour exchange about\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sake\u2019s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0history, tradition, production process and future.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For a romantic stroll, check out the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">East Garden and the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Fukiage<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Garden of the Imperial Palace to find ponds, moats, bridges and bamboo forests; their peace and elegance is inspiring. Then <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">take\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">to\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">the streets in the evening;\u00a0 Tokyo&#8217;s streets look beautiful once the sun goes down &#8211; under all that neon it&#8217;s hard not to feel a little starry-eyed.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0For a truly magical time,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">take a leisurely walk along<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">the\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Me<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">guro\u2019s sleepy river banks. The Meguro River meanders through several chic neighbourhoods, past green spaces, funky museums and waterside dining before emptying into Tokyo Bay.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0The gingko tree lined street<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Icho<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Namiko<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> make for a picturesque couple&#8217;s stroll \u2013 especially in autumn when the trees turn brilliant yellow. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Top off the night with a nightcap at a swanky<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0roof-top\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">bar<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, some of the most stunning views can be found at the Peninsula Tokyo, the Park Hyatt Tokyo, and the Conrad Tokyo.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">Feeling wanderlusty? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.insidejapantours.com\/exclusive-private-journeys\/i-epj700\/magnificent-tokyo\/\">Check out the tour here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sign up to our newsletter\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.insidejapantours.com\/newsletter\/\">here<\/a> for more tips and inspiration!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4>Like this post? 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